We traveled to Santa Cruz Island with Island Packers, and had a great afternoon of hiking. Actually, we were led on our hike by a staff member of the boat. The trip was so much more than we anticipated, and had a great time with "Paul". He had great knowledge of the history of the island, and shared so much... More

Although the boat ride out there was a little pricey, the island was wonderful for a day hike. We climbed the first hill we came to and quickly got to the top of the cliffs overlooking the ocean. We hiked the cliff trail before heading back inland. We also saw one of the foxes that is native to the islands.... More

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One word: STUNNING! On my tour of the California coast, this was one decision I will never forget. Get the boat from Ventura harbor and reserve beforehand. My boat and the others leaving that day were fully booked. call/ go to: Island packers 1691 Spinnaker Dr #105B Ventura, CA 93001(805) 642-1393. Remember to spend time in the next door visitor... More

I left from Ventura Harbor, and even the boat ride was great. We saw dolphins and sea lions, and the clouds cleared up when we got to the island. Once on the island, my family and I hiked around the north eastern part of the island. It truly is unique on the island, as it is wetter then the mainland.... More

Took a day trip to Santa Cruz island from Ventura. It was cold and foggy when we left Ventura but was sunny when we reached the island. We took a hiking tour with the naturalists which gave us the history of the island. We then continued our hike to Potato Cove, about 5 miles round trip. We had a great... More

A great way to spend a day! Santa Cruz Island provides a great hiking trail with lots of wild life both off shore and on the island. I was lucky to see a curious Santa Cruz Island fox! The visitors center is close to the harbor where the boat drops you off. Bring your own pic-nic, layer your clothes for... More

Santa Cruz is one of the five Islands that together, are the Channel Islands National Park (Four of the five islands are listed here on TripAdvisor). The Island Packers are the sole concessionaires for island transportation. Their dock is not too far from the park's visitor center on the mainland, and it takes about an hour to reach Santa Cruz... More

Visiting Channel Islands National Park at Santa Cruz island is like escaping into a different world. I find it amazing that only an hour or two from the coast is this completely untouched beautiful island that has such amazing hiking, wild life viewing and fishing. On my last visit an island fox actually came up to us at Smugglers cove... More