Little Scorpion Anchorage

Little Scorpion Anchorage sits on the northeast side of Santa Cruz Island, Channel Islands National Park, where you drop the hook in a mix of sand and cobble with dramatic island cliffs framing the scene. It's the go-to overnight spot on the island, though a westerly swell can roll in and keep things lively at anchor. From here you can explore sea caves, hike the island trails, or snorkel the kelp-rich waters just offshore.