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Things To Do:  Santa Barbara Island
 
  • One-day trips and long overnight camping trips (minimum stay is generally 3 days—Friday to Sunday).

  • The entire island is accessible through the six miles of scenic trails. Unlimited and exceptional island coastal views await the visitor.

  • Ideal place for swimming, snorkeling, diving, kayaking, and fishing*. Since Santa Barbara Island is a cliff island, access to the water is only at the landing cove (no beaches).

  • Excellent wildlife viewing—seabirds, seals, and sea lions.

  • Great place to the see recovery of native vegetation. Wonderful wildflower displays in the spring.

*Fishing is not allowed in Marine Protected Areas. Click  here  for more information.

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Hiking
Santa Barbara Island Hiking Map and Guide
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Facts
Interesting facts about Santa Barbara Island.
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Island night lizard                                     C. Drost  

Did You Know?
The only reptile found on Santa Barbara Island is the endemic and threatened island night lizard. These lizards can live up to 20 years or more, but once established in a territory generally remain within a 3-meter radius their entire life.

Last Updated: July 25, 2006 at 00:22 EST