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Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry

Channel Islands National Park

🏕️ CampgroundSanta Barbara CoastCalifornia⭐ 4.8 (157)
Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry
🟢 9 open windows as of Oct 10 — soonest Mon Oct 12–Thu Oct 15
5 of the last 64 openings here were gone within 6 hours. That is shorter than the gap between the scheduled scans free alerts ride.
Availability checked 4h ago · changes fast, verify before you drive
📈 CampSage caught 12 cancellations here in the last 7 days — set an alert below to catch the next one.
Book / check availability →🧭 Directions
💡 In short

Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry in California has 9 open booking windows on Recreation.gov right now, the soonest Mon Oct 12–Thu Oct 15. Reserve directly through the booking link above — cancellations go fast. To catch future openings the instant they appear, set a free CampSage cancellation alert.

📅 Open dates
Mon Oct 12 – Thu Oct 153 nightsbook these dates →sites #002
Tue Nov 10 – Thu Nov 122 nightsbook these dates →sites #004
Mon Nov 16 – Thu Nov 193 nightsbook these dates →sites #003
Tue Nov 17 – Thu Nov 192 nightsbook these dates →👥 BACKCOUNTRY AREA #001 & BACKCOUNTRY AREA #002 next to each othersites #001, #002, #004
Tue Nov 24 – Fri Nov 273 nightsbook these dates →sites #003
Wed Nov 25 – Fri Nov 272 nightsbook these dates →sites #002
Sun Nov 29 – Wed Dec 23 nightsbook these dates →👥 3 in a row, BACKCOUNTRY AREA #002–BACKCOUNTRY AREA #004 next to each othersites #002, #003, #004
Mon Nov 30 – Thu Dec 33 nightsbook these dates →sites #001

📷 What these sites look like

Photos of sites that are open right now, from recreation.gov. Angles vary by park — usually the site and its parking pad.

Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #002 — Picnic table and food storage box surrounded by low bushes a
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #002 · Picnic table and food storage box surrounded by low bushes aNPS
Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #002 — Picnic table and food storage box surrounded by low bushes a
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #002 · Picnic table and food storage box surrounded by low bushes aTim Hauf, timhaufphotography.com
Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #004 — Picnic table next to large tree overlooking ocean.
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #004 · Picnic table next to large tree overlooking ocean.Tim Hauf, timhaufphotography.com
Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #004 — Picnic table next to large tree overlooking ocean.
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #004 · Picnic table next to large tree overlooking ocean.NPS
Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #003 — Picnic table next to large tree overlooking ocean
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #003 · Picnic table next to large tree overlooking oceanTim Hauf, timhaufphotography.com
Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #003 — Picnic table next to large tree overlooking ocean.
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #003 · Picnic table next to large tree overlooking ocean.NPS
Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #001 — Picnic table next to large oak tree overlooking ocean.
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #001 · Picnic table next to large oak tree overlooking ocean.Tim Hauf, timhaufphotography.com
Campsite BACKCOUNTRY AREA #001 — Picnic table and food storage box surrounded by low bushes a
Site BACKCOUNTRY AREA #001 · Picnic table and food storage box surrounded by low bushes aNPS

🔭 Planning further ahead?

We watch the next 60 days closely — that's where cancellations show up. recreation.gov takes bookings out to about April 2027, so there may be 2+ night stays past our window.

📊 How often sites open up here

CampSage's scans caught 40 openings at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry over the last 30 days, on 27 separate days, most of them for stays 4–58 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights.

These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

🏕️ About this campground

📍 ~81 mi from LA💵 $15/nightTent Only Nonelectric🎒 backcountry🎒 boating🎒 car camping🎒 hiking🎒 swimming🎒 wildlife viewing🎥 191K YouTube views · top 12

Ratings

4.8★★★★★157 ratings
5★129
4★21
3★5
2★1
1★1
Star ratings from recreation.gov (they don't publish written review text). Read & leave reviews on recreation.gov ↗

📶 Cell coverage camper-reported

T-Mobile1.6/4
AT&T1.2/4
Verizon1.1/4
Sprint retired2.0/4

💡 Insider tips from campers

❓ Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry FAQ

How do I reserve a campsite at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry?

Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry in California takes campsite reservations through Recreation.gov. On this page, use the “Book / check availability” button to open the live booking page, see which dates are free, and reserve your site.

How much does it cost to camp at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry?

Campsite fees at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry run about $15/night, as listed by Recreation.gov. Exact rates vary by site type, number of campers, and season.

How can I get a spot at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry when it's fully booked?

Popular campgrounds like Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry often fill months ahead, but campers cancel every day and those sites reopen for booking. CampSage checks availability for you and sends a free email the instant a cancellation opens — set an alert on this page and you can grab the spot before anyone else.

How often do campsites open up at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry?

CampSage's scans caught 40 openings at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry over the last 30 days, on 27 separate days, most of them for stays 4–58 days out and the openings typically covered 2–3 nights. These are the openings our own scans saw — not a figure the booking system publishes. We re-check availability several times a day, so the real number can be higher.

Is Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry a good campground?

Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry holds an average rating of 4.8/5 from 157 camper ratings on Recreation.gov. The full star breakdown is shown above.

Is there cell service at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry?

Of the carriers campers have reported on at Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry, T-Mobile rates highest at 1.6 out of 5 from 29 reports. See the carrier-by-carrier breakdown above — service can still vary by campsite, terrain, and weather.

Where is Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry located?

Santa Cruz Island Del Norte Backcountry is located in Santa Barbara Coast, California. Tap “Directions” above for driving directions, or see nearby campgrounds lower on this page.

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