Kayak through Sea Caves on One of the West Coast’s Uninhabited Islands

Just off the coast of Southern California lies Channel Islands National Park. It’s an uninhabited island, no hotels or residences, only camp sites and island foxes. This is a great place for a day trip from Los Angeles and the surrounding areas to go exploring the sea caves on kayaks with Channel Islands Adventure Company. For outdoor enthusiasts seeking an unforgettable experience, kayaking around Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park is a must-do. In this blog post, we'll explore the wonders that await paddlers in this Pacific paradise.

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  • Take the Island Packers Ferry from Ventura for one hour out to the island. We were lucky enough to spot a Blue Whale along the way and watch it dive down into the ocean! They are the largest animal to ever exist on our planet, this is including dinosaurs. 

  • Book the Adventure Sea Caves Kayak with Channel Islands Adventure Company

The Guided Kayak Tour

This trip begins at Scorpion Harbor, a rocky beach that is a world-class destination for diving, snorkeling, and kayaking because of easy beach access, clear ocean waters, nearby camping, and extensive kelp forests.

Channel Islands Adventure Company provides you with wetsuits and a guide to explore the sea caves around the island. This is a nice blend of relaxation paddling across the ocean, stopping to rest and hear more about the island and the extensive wildlife.

As you navigate the coastline, be prepared to encounter mesmerizing sea caves and natural archways carved into the island's cliffs by centuries of tidal action. Guided tours often include stops at these geological wonders, allowing kayakers to explore these a lot closer than you would from a boat or land.

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"I will call you squishy, and you will be my squishy."

Channel Islands Provisioners

Note: There aren't any restaurants or hotels on the island so you have to pack in food for the day or weekend. Channel Islands Provisioners provides meal options that you pick up right at the ferry and are packed with delicious meals for the day. My meal included a hearty breakfast sandwich, nut/berry/ginger chew snack mix, a delicious beef brisket sandwich, and fluffy homemade cookies that were to drool for. Highly recommend!

Just make sure the native Island Fox doesn't steal your food, they're sneaky little guys! ;)

Channel Islands Provisioners. Delicious Packed Meals for a day on the island.

Kayaking around Santa Cruz Island in Channel Islands National Park offers a beautiful blend of natural beauty, wildlife encounters, and exploration. Paddle into the pristine waters, explore hidden coves, and let the magic of Santa Cruz Island unfold before you. Your kayaking adventure awaits in this coastal paradise.


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