Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Trip-planning information, books and maps are available on the mainland at the far end of
Ventura Harbor.
Getting There & Away
You can access the national park by taking a boat from Ventura or Oxnard or a plane from
Camarillo. Trips may be canceled anytime due to high surf or weather conditions. Reser-
vations are essential for weekends, holidays and summer trips.
Island Packers
FERRY
fare adult/child 3-12yr from $59/41)
From Ventura Harbor and Oxnard, Island Packers offers regularly scheduled boat service
to all islands. Day trips to Anacapa and Santa Rosa are less expensive than visiting other
islands; campers pay an additional surcharge. Be forewarened: if you camp overnight and
seas are rough the following day, you could get stuck for an extra night or more.
Channel Islands Aviation
SCENIC FLIGHTS
If you're prone to seasickness, you can take a 25-minute scenic flight to Santa Rosa Island
from Camarillo. Half-day packages (per person $160 to $220) include hiking or a guided
4WD tour, while overnight camping excursions (per person $300) are more DIY. Ask
about surf-fishing charter trips.
