Channel Islands Surprise
Explore some of the most iconic vistas on Anacapa Island with Charlie Armadillo!
The first story (published April 2022) in the National Parks Explorer Series takes readers to Channel Islands National Park, where Charlie explores Anacapa Island - the closest, and smallest, Channel Island in the park. Charlie's goal is often to discover a new creature - but on Anacapa, he learns some island critters exist ONLY on that island. How cool is that!?! Which critter will Charlie discover?
Keep reading below to learn some fun facts about CHANNEL ISLANDS NATIONAL PARK, as well as see some of the sights that Charlie saw during his visit.
Where is Channel Islands NP?
Channel Islands is located off the coast of Southern California. The park is composed of 5 islands -- Anacapa (the setting of book 1), Santa Cruz, San Miguel, Santa Rosa, and Santa Barbara. Because the islands are so isolated, they house multiple species only found on the Channel Islands. It became a National Park and Marine Sanctuary in 1980.
Map source: https://nps.gov/index.htm (select a state from the drop down menu to use these cool interactive maps!)
Arch Rock is an iconic site visitors will see en route to Anacapa, and often, other islands visitors may be travelling to (Santa Cruz being a highly sought after destination to see foxes which are unique to the Channel Islands).
Cathedral Cove is a memorable overlook not to be missed during your hike around Anacapa.
Inspiration point is one of the most memorable and photographed views on Anacapa.
The Anacapa Lighthouse marks the highest point of East Anacapa Island.
