San Miguel Island Campground
Photo: Tim Hauf, timhaufphotography.com
About
Primitive camping is available (nine sites; $15 per night per site; reservations required). Wind shelter, picnic table, food storage box, and pit toilet are provided. No water is available. Distance from landing to campground is one mile up a steep canyon (400 ft. climb).
Campsites
Location
San Miguel Island Campground
San Miguel Island, CA 93001
Fees
Hours
San Miguel Island campground is open year round.
Reservations
Advanced camping reservations are required for all of the park's campgrounds. There are no entrance fees to visit the park. However, a reservation fee of $15.00 per site-per night is charged for camping on the islands. For Santa Miguel Island, this fee covers up to four people. Reservations can be made by calling (877) 444-6777 or through http://www.recreation.gov/.
Make a Reservation →Directions
San Miguel Island Campground is only accessible by boat. Visit our island transportation webpage for more information: http://www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/island-transportation.htm The hike to the campground is 1 mile (steep, uphill) from the boat landing.
Weather
Campers should be prepared for a variety of weather conditions, including strong winds and cool, damp fog. Sturdy, low-profile tents, stakes, and line for securing tents to ground or table. There are no trees or shade. Overexposure to the wind and sun can be a serious problem. Visitors are advised to bring supplies for an extra day in case boats are unable to pick up campers due to sea conditions. Current weather: http://channelislands.noaa.gov/news/kiosk.html
Accessibility
Due to San Miguel Island's isolation, steep cliffs, and boat transportation requirements, the San Miguel Island Campground is not accessible for individuals in wheelchairs or those with limited mobility.
No fires are permitted. Use only enclosed, gas camp stoves.
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San Miguel Island is only accessible via boat.
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San Miguel Island is only accessible via boat. All campgrounds are located away from the boat landing areas. Visitors must carry all their gear to the campgrounds. No on-island transportation is provided.
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Due to San Miguel Island's isolation, steep cliffs, and boat transportation requirements, the San Miguel Island Campground is not accessible for individuals in wheelchairs or those with limited mobility.
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No Roads
Designated Primitive Campsites