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Prisoners Harbor to Scorpion Canyon Trail
Channel Islands NP (Ventura), United States
180
min visit
A moderate coastal and canyon hike traversing sage scrub and island chaparral with panoramic views of the Santa Cruz coastline and neighboring islands. The trail rewards hikers with native plant communities found nowhere else on Earth and occasional sightings of island foxes.
Visiting Prisoners Harbor to Scorpion Canyon Trail: FAQs
How long does a visit to Prisoners Harbor to Scorpion Canyon Trail take?
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Plan for about 3 hours at Prisoners Harbor to Scorpion Canyon Trail.
When is the best time to visit Prisoners Harbor to Scorpion Canyon Trail?
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Early morning departure in late April or early May, when wildflowers peak, temperatures remain cool, and sea conditions favor calm ferry passage.
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