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Channel Islands National Park Opens New Campground at Prisoners Harbor on Santa Cruz Island
August 17, 2026 · Source: National Park Service
Beginning Aug. 27, Channel Islands National Park will open the new Prisoners Harbor Campground on Santa Cruz Island, introducing overnight visitors to a new way to experience the park's largest island.
Read the official NPS sourceWhat Travelers Need to Know
Use the official notice to confirm the affected destination, dates and visitor arrangements before finalizing your trip.
Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.
Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.