Santa Cruz Island

students at table at nightNational Park Island Camping Adventure

October 16-18, 2026

Location: Channel Islands National Park
Trip Type: Walk in Camping
Skill Level: Beginner to IntermediateExplore
Cost: $60 Registration opens September 14

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Experience one of California's most unique outdoor destinations with Outdoor Adventures as we travel to Santa Cruz Island, the largest island in Channel Islands National Park.

From dramatic coastal cliffs and pristine beaches to wildlife found nowhere else on Earth, Santa Cruz Island offers an unforgettable outdoor learning experience just off the Southern California coast.

This weekend adventure builds upon fundamental camping skills while introducing intermediate outdoor recreation techniques.

Students will learn:

  • Campsite setup and management
  • Outdoor cooking and meal planning
  • Navigation and map reading
  • Trail awareness and route finding
  • Wilderness first aid fundamentals
  • Leave No Trace practices
  • Environmental Stewardship in remote environments

This trip is perfect for students ready to expand their outdoor skill set.  

What's Included?

✅ Round-trip boat transportation to Santa Cruz Island from Ventura Island Packers

✅ 6 meals

✅ All camping equipment

✅ Outdoor Adventure student Trip Leaders

✅ Camping and Outdoor instruction

What is not included

✅ Transportation to Ventura, Island Packers

Register Here (opens September 14)