Top Reasons to Go
- Rare flora and fauna: The Channel Islands are home to 145 species of terrestrial plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth.
- Time travel: With no cars, phones, or services and away from hectic modern life, these undeveloped islands provide a glimpse of what California was like hundreds of years ago.
- Underwater adventures: The incredibly healthy channel waters rank among the top 10 diving destinations on the planet—but you can also visit the kelp forest virtually via Channel Islands Live, a live underwater program.
- Marvelous marine mammals: More than 30 species of seals, sea lions, whales, and other marine mammals ply the park's waters at various times of year.
- Sea-cave kayaking: Paddle around otherwise inaccessible portions of the park's 175 miles of gorgeous coastline—including one of the world's largest sea caves.