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136 reviews
Anacapa Island offers a unique and beautiful camping experience with stunning views, especially at sunset, and opportunities for snorkeling and kayaking. While the island is home to many noisy gulls, most visitors find the experience magical and worth the minor inconveniences. The campsites are clean, and the amenities are well-maintained, making it a memorable destination for nature lovers.
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August 4, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
I went for weekend camping. You have to plan everything very well. My mistake was that I did not bring rain fly. There was no rain during my visit, but moisture from ocean went into the tent in the middle of the night. Beside this, it was a great experience!
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August 4, 2020 Stayed at: 003, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
I went for weekend camping. You have to plan everything very well. My mistake was that I did not bring rain fly. There was no rain during my visit, but moisture from ocean went into the tent in the middle of the night. Beside this, it was a great experience!
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August 9, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
The park ranger on the island was excellent, he introduced himself as we landed on the island, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Excellent facilities and very clean restrooms. The campsites and bear boxes are clean and well maintained. The trails are great and allow you to safely see the entire island. There are countless birds on the island and no shade so sunscreen is a must!
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August 9, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
The park ranger on the island was excellent, he introduced himself as we landed on the island, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Excellent facilities and very clean restrooms. The campsites and bear boxes are clean and well maintained. The trails are great and allow you to safely see the entire island. There are countless birds on the island and no shade so sunscreen is a must!
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August 9, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
The park ranger on the island was excellent, he introduced himself as we landed on the island, was very friendly and knowledgeable. Excellent facilities and very clean restrooms. The campsites and bear boxes are clean and well maintained. The trails are great and allow you to safely see the entire island. There are countless birds on the island and no shade so sunscreen is a must!
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October 13, 2020 Stayed at: 007, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
My son and I spent a couple of nights camping on Anacapa Island. I selected campsite #7 because it was furthest from the restroom and had the best view of the ocean. The hikes are short and easy but the views are incredible. We also witnessed several bald eagles and falcons, especially at sunset. There's no shade on the island except from the building shade at the visitor center and water tank building so be sure to bring a wide brim hat and sunscreen. Anacapa was the last island of five in the C.I.N.P. that I had not stayed overnight so it was a bucket list I needed to complete. There's much better hiking and kayaking on Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa and San Miguel.
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October 13, 2020 Stayed at: 007, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
My son and I spent a couple of nights camping on Anacapa Island. I selected campsite #7 because it was furthest from the restroom and had the best view of the ocean. The hikes are short and easy but the views are incredible. We also witnessed several bald eagles and falcons, especially at sunset. There's no shade on the island except from the building shade at the visitor center and water tank building so be sure to bring a wide brim hat and sunscreen. Anacapa was the last island of five in the C.I.N.P. that I had not stayed overnight so it was a bucket list I needed to complete. There's much better hiking and kayaking on Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa and San Miguel.
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October 13, 2020 Stayed at: 007, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
My son and I spent a couple of nights camping on Anacapa Island. I selected campsite #7 because it was furthest from the restroom and had the best view of the ocean. The hikes are short and easy but the views are incredible. We also witnessed several bald eagles and falcons, especially at sunset. There's no shade on the island except from the building shade at the visitor center and water tank building so be sure to bring a wide brim hat and sunscreen. Anacapa was the last island of five in the C.I.N.P. that I had not stayed overnight so it was a bucket list I needed to complete. There's much better hiking and kayaking on Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa and San Miguel.
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October 27, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
While this island does not have a Starbucks, it does have world-class kayaking and stunning cliff views.
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October 27, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: ANACAPA ISLAND AREA
While this island does not have a Starbucks, it does have world-class kayaking and stunning cliff views.
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1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 United States
Elevation: 63 ft
Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura or Channel Islands (Oxnard) Harbors.
To park headquarters in Ventura, California: Highway 101, exit Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor.
Access to Anacapa Island is available via Highway 101, with exits for Victoria or Seaward leading to Ventura Harbor, where boat transportation can be arranged.
The closest entrance is: Anacapa Island Landing Cove
Approximate drive: 0.5 mi · 1 min
Check in time
11AM
Check out time
11AM
Last updated: October 22, 2026
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