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Seasonal Information
Santa Rosa Island
The rustic ranch buildings can be seen but you may not tour these
structures. Previously leased by the Vail and Vickers Company, the
National Park will now formulate a plan for these historic
buildings.
Most of the coastline of Bechers Bay,
including the famed Torrey Pines, remains
open for unrestricted exploration. Skunk
Point at the south end of Bechers Bay is
open for exploration fromSeptember 15th
through the remaining duration of Island
Packers transportation season.
In spring the grasslands are green and
numerous wildflowers can be found.
Santa Rosa Island is about 46 miles from Ventura Harbor and travel time is 2.5 -3 hours. The boat
sometimes makes a brief stop to drop off or pick up passengers at Santa Cruz Island. When traveling to Santa
Rosa, Island Packers will often travel on the south side of the scenic Santa Cruz Island coastline.
The sandy area known as
Skunk Point is closed from
March through Mid
September to protect the
nesting Snowy Plover.
Returning from Santa Rosa you will travel along
the north side of Santa Cruz and view the
Painted Cave,(sea conditions permitting), a
large sea cave on the western end of the island.
Many species of shore
birds can be viewed
throughout Bechers Bay.
Visitors to Santa Rosa
should be prepared for
windy conditions which are
common.
Spring through
mid August
the interior of
the island is
open for
hiking and
exploration,
however,
backcountry
beach campers
need to check
for specific
closures
designed to
protect nesting
and/or
breeding
wildlife.
Restrooms with modern facilities,
including running potable water are
located near the ranch and at the Water
Canyon Campground.
To get more details on hiking while on Santa Rosa Island, you can download
the NPS Santa Rosa Hiking Guide. Check out the Quick Links below
There are picnic tables adjacent to
the ranch area, on the beach at
Waters Canyon, at the top of the
coastal bluffs and below the
campground. There are no shade
trees in these areas.
Santa Rosa has a diverse landscape ranging from pristine white
sand dunes and beaches, to rolling hills and dramatic weather
sculpted canyons.
Day hikes along the coast include the endemic Torrey Pines forest and Cherry
Canyon. The Cherry Canyon trail makes an excellent hike for day visitors wanting a
little adventure and scenic views of Bechers Bay, the ranch site, and Skunk Point.
Santa Rosa Island Fares
Day Trips
Camper Transportation
Adult - 13-54 Years
$78.00
Child - 3 to 12 Years of Age
$62.00
Senior - 55 Years and Older
Senior - 55 Years and Older
Child - 3 to 12 Years of Age
Adult - 13-54 Years
$70.00
Infants - Under 3 Years of Age (Must be Reserved)
$00.00
Infants - Under 3 Years of Age (Must be Reserved)
$108.00
$98.00
$86.00
$00.00
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The New Pier is Completed.
2012 Santa Rosa Island Trip Schedule
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Fri April 27
Sun April 29
Fri May 25
Mon May 28
Fri June 15
Sun June 17
Fri June 29
Mon July 2
Wed July 4
Fri July 6
Mon September 3
Wed September 12
Fri September 14
Sun September 16
Fri September 28
Sun September 30
Fri October 5
Mon October 8
Fri October 19
Sun October 21
The Local Islands
Mon July 9
Fri July 20
Mon July 23
Fri August 3
Mon August 6
Wed August 8
Fri August 10
Mon August 13
Fri August 24
Mon August 27
Fri August 31
Driving Directions
Trip Preparation
The Outer Islands
Non-Landing Cruises
Main Office:
Ventura Harbor
1691 Spinnaker Drive #105B
Ventura, Ca 93001
Satellite Office:
Channel Islands Harbor
3550 Harbor Boulevard
Oxnard, CA 93035 (No Mail)
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Main Office
9:AM to 5:00 PM
& One Hour Before Boat
Departure
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