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PRISONERS HARBOR DAY TRIP

Quick Details

Day Visitor

People departing and returning to a mainland port without an overnight stay.

Adult (13-54)

$ 35

Senior (55 and up)

$ 32.50

Military

$ 32.50

Child (3-12)

$ 25.00

Infant (under 3)

Free

Camper

People staying overnight one or more nights.

Adult (13-54)

$ 46.50

Senior (55 and up)

$ 44.00

Military

$ 44.00

Child (3-12)

$ 34.00

Infant (under 3)

Free

JOIN US FOR A DAY TRIP TO PRISONERS HARBOR AND EXPLORE ITS ATTRACTIONS!

Prisoners Harbor is located midway along the North shore of Santa Cruz Island. The harbor area is the border of the National Park and The Nature Conservancy Properties.

Prisoners Harbor Day Trip Options

One way trip from Ventura to Prisoners Harbor

Return trip from Prisoners Harbor to Ventura

Santa Cruz Island Prisoners Harbor Highlights

Prisoners Harbor is located midway along the North shore of Santa Cruz Island. The harbor area is the border of the National Park and The Nature Conservancy Properties.

What You Need to Know & Bring

Pack food and drink for your time on the island.  A small cooler with a single handle or a backpack will help to protect your food from the small animals and birds that populate the islands year-round.  There are no shops or restaurants on the island.

Please arrive at your harbor of departure 45 minutes before your scheduled mainland departure.

There is NO FRESH/Potable water at this area of the island. You must bring water with you for your requirements.

Visitors to the island must take all their trash with them when they depart the island.

Flat shoes with rubber soles are best for both the boat and the island. We recommend hiking shoes.  We suggest passengers do not wear loose or leather soled sandals or flip flops on your island adventure.

Weather conditions can change rapidly in the Santa Barbara Channel.  It is always best to dress in layers and bring a jacket/sweatshirt (even in the summer months).

Shade is available in some of the picnic area. Most trails have little or no shade. A hat and sunscreen are recommended.

A second pair of shoes or water shoes are recommended for the cobblestone beach, for foot protection, if you are planning to get into the water.