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Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Campground

31 sitesNo hookupsWaterside

Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Campground is a 31-site campground in Channel Islands National Park near Ventura, California. There are no electric hookups, so plan to bring your own power.

Location
Ventura, CA · Map and directions
Campsites
31 (25 tent-only, 6 group)
Electric
There are no electric hookups
Water / sewer
No water hookups listed
Max RV length
Not listed
Pets
Not listed: check with the campground
Campfires
Not listed: check current fire restrictions
Reservations
Recreation.gov
Phone
(805) 658-5730

About Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Campground

Fantastic ocean views and relaxing beach time is practically guaranteed at Scorpion Canyon Campground, the most family-friendly campsite on Santa Cruz Island. Set on the eastern part of the island, the campground is a short hike from the pier and is sheltered from harsh ocean winds.

Description: Recreation.gov. Conditions change, so check the official page before you go.

What to bring to Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Campground

Portable power stations

Silent battery power for lights, phones, fans, CPAP machines and 12V fridges.

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Foldable solar panels

Recharge a power station during the day, so it lasts the whole trip.

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Quiet inverter generators

More power for RVs and air conditioning. Check the campground's generator hours.

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12V portable fridges

No ice runs. Runs off a car socket or a power station.

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Rotomolded coolers

Keeps ice for days at sites with no power.

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Inflatable kayaks

Fits in the trunk and gets you out on the water.

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Inflatable paddle boards

Easy to pack for lake and river campgrounds.

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Family camping tents

Room for everyone plus gear.

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Upper Oso Campground

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Los Prietos Campground

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More: all campgrounds in Channel Islands National Park · campgrounds in California

Frequently asked questions

Does Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Campground have electric hookups?

There are no electric hookups. Campers bring portable power stations or generators where allowed.

Can I reserve a site at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Campground?

Yes, through Recreation.gov. Popular dates book up months ahead.