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Santa Cruz Island Prisoners Harbor Campground

Campground · National park in Santa Barbara County, California.

6Campsites

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Managed byNational Park Service (Channel Islands National Park)
Campsites6
Site types6 tent only no electric
Tent sitesYes
Phone(805) 658-5730
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Santa Cruz Island Prisoners Harbor Campground

The Prisoners Harbor Campground is located near the shoreline, and with a maximum capacity of 24 people, it offers a quieter experience than the larger campground at Scorpion. The campground is a short hike from the pier and is sheltered from harsh ocean winds. As you explore this area, please respect the property boundary and help protect and preserve these delicate resources for future generations. Santa Cruz Island, the largest of California’s Channel Islands, is one of the five islands that make up Channel Islands National Park. The island is rich in cultural history, magnificent landscapes, and unique flora and fauna.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Santa Cruz Island Prisoners Harbor Campground is in Santa Barbara County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.