Backpacker Magazine: Channel Islands National Park: Backpacking and Camping Trips, Hikes, Adventures, Topo Maps, Aerial Photos.

Channel Islands National Park: Anacapa Island

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Anacapa Island's oceanfront overlooks, throngs of wildlife, and a picture-perfect lighthouse highlight this classic 2.5-mile loop in Channel Islands National Park.

Channel Islands National Park: Santa Cruz Island

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Ecological balance--and dozens of sweet places to hike, paddle, and camp--have been restored at California's Channel Islands.

Channel Islands National Park: Torrey Pines Loop

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Squeeze this 4.3-mile dayhike in before the ferry departs for the mainland. Highlights: super rare pine trees and breezy views of the mighty Pacific.

Channel Islands National Park: Torrey Pines Loop

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Squeeze this 4.3-mile dayhike in before the ferry departs for the mainland. Highlights: super rare pine trees and breezy views of the mighty Pacific.

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Web Exclusive: The Rebirth of Santa Cruz Island

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