RV rental Channel Islands National Park, CA: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

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Discover Channel Islands National Park RV rentals for memorable road trips

Channel Islands National Park offers a unique chance to discover the wild, rugged beauty of the Southern California coast. The park is made up of five pristine islands, each with its own unique charm. Exploring the islands takes a little enthusiasm and planning, though the payoff is access to one of the most unique and untouched coastal ecosystems in North America. Whether you're getting up close with sea lions on San Miguel, kayaking to hidden sea caves on Santa Cruz, hiking to historic lighthouses on Anacapa, strolling along sugar-white beaches on Santa Rosa, or exploring underwater kelp forests on Santa Barbara, Channel Islands National Park promises unforgettable adventures.

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Getting Outdoors

Nicknamed the Galapagos of North America, Channel Islands National Park is home to more than 150 endemic species of flora and fauna. San Miguel Island is a haven for seals, with thousands of the marine mammals flocking to Point Bennett. It's quite the spectacle, with California sea lions and northern elephant seals often joining the congregation.

Camping at Channel Islands National Park

Southern California's sunny disposition means camping is available year-round at Channel Islands National Park. Santa Cruz Island Scorpion Ranch Campground is the largest, offering 31 sites with picnic tables and food storage boxes. You'll also have access to pit toilets. The Anacapa Island Campground offers seven sites set on a grassy bluff with stunning coastal views. Santa Rosa Island Campground is set in a sheltered canyon and boasts easy access to a gorgeous white sand beach. The remote San Miguel Island Campground is perched on a scenic coastal plateau, while the Santa Barbara Island Campground features ten sites and a dramatic clifftop setting.

Exploring the Area

Most boat trips to Channel Islands National Park depart from Ventura, a laidback beach town anchored by a historic downtown core and wooden pier. It's a great place to stock up on gas and groceries or treat yourself at one of the colorful cafes or seafood restaurants. The town also hosts an excellent farmers' market where you can pick up fresh produce from across Southern California.

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Popular nearby hiking trails and campgrounds

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  • East Anacapa Island Trail, CAChannel Islands National Park, CA
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  • Potato Cove Hike , CAChannel Islands National Park, CA
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Recent RV rental reviews in Channel Islands National Park

Cindy D.

August, 2025

We are so happy with our rental from Brett! Every aspect of this rental was easy. He delivered it to my sister's house prior to our arrival and picked it up on our last day. He was incredibly friendly and always responsive to messages. The RV was the perfect choice for our stay because we wanted to spend as much time with my sister's family but 8 people in one house would have been too crowded. The beds were really comfortable and our family of 4 had plenty of room for all of our things. We were very grateful for the air conditioning at night as the weather was quite warm during our stay. We would definitely rent from Brett again.
Araceli J.

August, 2025

100% recommended. Host was always checking up on us if we needed anything! Everything was very clean and comfortable. I had my 10 months old baby and they gave him a little present amd snacks which I think was very nice also.
Pedro P.

August, 2025

Very spacious, clean & organized. Jose & April were very nice people to rent from. Would rent from them again.👍🏼

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