805-642-1393
Scorpion Cove
Santa Cruz Island
The boat trip to Scorpion will take 1 hour. Arriving at the Ranch, be prepared to step from the boat to a
ladder, where you will climb 2-5 rungs to the pier. During your tour, there are 2-4 miles of hiking trails
that you will travel, depending upon the group dynamics. All trails have an elevation change of 200-300
feet, and are rated "Moderate" by the Park Service.
Full Day Trip
Price $42.00 Per Person
What makes this destination unique?
Prior to the ranching era, the Chumash Indians inhabited this same valley, and there are archaeological
sites as well as current activities that document their connection to this place they call "Limuw." As the
largest island offshore of California, there is great diversity in the geology and topography, starting at
the cobblestone beach, moving up to wave cut terraces, and continuing on to mountainous peaks.
Besides the beautiful vistas that overlook the Santa Barbara Channel and all its rich marine diversity, the
island is host to a very unique habitat of plants and animals found nowhere else in the world. It is
somewhat common to see the endemic Santa Cruz Island Fox along the trails at Scorpion.
What will my students experience?
East Santa Cruz Island is rich with cultural history, and feels
like a step back in time. Old ranch buildings still stand just off
the main beach, and one has been converted into a Visitor's
Center.
Education K-12
There is always an opportunity to see wildlife en-route to the islands,
and we definitely brake for whales and dolphins! Once ashore, students
will have a lunch break and then take a guided hike with their
naturalist. Our naturalists are trained on the unique natural and cultural
resources found in Channel Islands National Park, and have a large
repertoire of activities to reinforce the information they present.
Possible science themes include adaptation, habitats, native and
endemic organisms, introduced species, research and restoration,
marine ecology, and geology. Social science themes may include Native
American inhabitants and explorers. All trips can be tailored to meet
your curriculum goals and objectives.
What is the physical exertion involved?
M. Spielman
Santa Cruz Island
Andrea Mills
Anacapa Island
Aaron Boyde
All trips can be tailored to meet your curriculum goals
and objectives.
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)
805-642-1393
805-642-6573 Fax
Info@IslandPackers.com
Office Hours
Main Office
9:AM to 5:00 PM
& One Hour Before Boat
Departure
Seven Days a Week
Satellite Office:
Open One Hour Before Boat
Departure
