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242 reviews
Santa Rosa Island offers a stunning natural experience with well-maintained campgrounds, including clean restrooms and modern amenities like flush toilets and running water. Visitors rave about the breathtaking hikes, beautiful beaches, and incredible wildlife sightings, such as dolphins and blue whales. While the island can be quite windy, with some trails in need of maintenance, the overall experience is rewarding for those seeking adventure and tranquility away from technology.
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4.8
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April 12, 2023 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Sites 001-015
Most underrated island. Lots of beautiful beaches, not crowded, and very lush during spring months. However, weather can be bipolar, mosquitos can be annoying at night (recommend a tent), and it can get windy at times. Other than Tory pines and lobo canyon, there are no trees, so shaded areas are minimal. Overall a refreshing experience and great place to leave your busy life back on the mainland for a few days.
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April 8, 2023 Stayed at: 012, Loop: Sites 001-015
What an amazing place. So beautiful, so remote. Like no other place on earth!!
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April 5, 2023 Stayed at: 003, Loop: Sites 001-015
This was one of my best camping experiences. Much of the time it feels like you have the island to yourselves.
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April 2, 2023 Stayed at: 014, Loop: Sites 001-015
Transportation got canceled
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March 20, 2023 Stayed at: 008, Loop: Sites 001-015
Beautiful!! Only problem was the roads. But that is to be forgiven since it was the largest amount of rain California has seen in decades
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February 27, 2023 Stayed at: 005, Loop: Sites 001-015
Wild flowers in mid Feb: amazing! Beautiful hikes, in all directions. And enthusiastic, helpful rangers, particularly Kim.
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December 11, 2022 Stayed at: 003, Loop: Sites 001-015
We thoroughly enjoyed our time there. The boat ride there was great, and the campsite is not too far from the pier. The campsite has a flush toilet with potable water. It didn't get too windy the first day, but it did pick up the next. There is little to no shade on the island so make sure to plan accordingly.
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December 1, 2022 Stayed at: 011, Loop: Sites 001-015
Great island
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November 30, 2022 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Sites 001-015
Nicest bathrooms in all of the deserted islands
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November 28, 2022 Stayed at: 004, Loop: Sites 001-015
Prefer for at a bit of a hike to the campground. But well worth it.
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1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 United States
Elevation: 36 ft
Santa Rosa Campground is accessible via US Highway 101, located approximately 20 miles to the east.
The closest entrance is: Bechers Bay Pier (Santa Rosa Island)
Approximate drive: 1.4 mi · 2 min
Check in time
11AM
Check out time
11AM
Last updated: November 4, 2026
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Nearby city: Santa Barbara, CA
Approx. 36 mi away (straight-line distance)
Elevation: 36 ft
Best Season: Spring, Fall
Ventura, CA
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