San Miguel Island Campground, Remote campground on San Miguel Island, Santa Barbara County, United States.
The campground contains nine primitive sites near the former Lester Ranch location, offering views across the Channel Islands National Park coastline.
The island served as a grazing ground for sheep in the 1800s, leading to significant vegetation changes until ranching activities ceased.
Archaeological discoveries on San Miguel Island reveal a 12,000-year presence of Chumash people who lived from maritime resources.
Visitors must bring water, food, and camping equipment, as the campground provides only basic amenities including picnic tables and pit toilets.
The camping area requires a one-mile uphill hike from Cuyler Harbor, where seal colonies gather on nearby beaches throughout the year.
Location: Santa Barbara County
GPS coordinates: 34.04060,-120.34909
Latest update: April 30, 2025 07:22
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