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National ParkPublic landNational Park Service

Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry

Santa Barbara, California · 702 ft · In Channel Islands National Park

Photos: Tim Hauf, timhaufphotography.com

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At a glance

5 of 8 facts known · recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026

Price per night: $15recreation.gov, checked Sep 24, 2026
Sites: 8From recreation.gov's site list · Oct 2026
Hookups: Not yet known
Elevation: 702 ft (214 m)702 ft214 m
Pets: Not allowed
Big rigs: Not yet known
Season: Year-roundFrom nps.gov · Sep 2026
Cell signal: Not yet known

Sites8

Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry lists no loops, so its sites are listed here. Pick a site to see its details.

Site	Type	Longest rig	People
001	Tent only	Tents only	4
001 old	Tent only	Tents only
002	Tent only	Tents only	4
002 old	Tent only	Tents only
003	Tent only	Tents only	4
003 old	Tent only	Tents only
004	Tent only	Tents only	4
004 old	Tent only	Tents only

All 8 shown · by site number

From recreation.gov's site list, Oct 10, 2026: 1 staff entry left out.

Channel Islands National Park · 11 campgrounds

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Also in the park: 3 backcountry and High Sierra camps · 1 single site

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Amenities

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Overview

For a truly remote getaway full of backpacking and breathtaking scenery, take a backcountry trip to Santa Cruz Island's Del Norte Campground. Del Norte is currently the only backcountry campground on Santa Cruz Island. The National Park Service opened this backcountry site in recognition of its rare wilderness values. As you explore these wild areas, please take the responsibility to help us protect and preserve these delicate natural resources for future generations.

While backcountry camping is an incredible experience, it is not for the inexperienced backpacker. Due to difficult weather, rugged terrain, and off-trail hiking, backcountry camping is an arduous endeavor and should be undertaken only by experienced, well-conditioned backpackers.

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VerizonNo coverage on FCC map
AT&T4G LTE
T-MobileNo coverage on FCC map

Cell service at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry: FCC map Dec 2025

Weather

National Weather Service

TueSunny65°63°
WedSunny78°63°
ThuSunny88°77°
FriSunny97°76°
SatSunny87°69°

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Location and contact

34.01083, -119.66028

805-658-5730

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Nearest town

Santa Barbara

Park

Channel Islands National Park

Reservations

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