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Channel Islands in June

June is the busiest time to visit Channel Islands — busier than May, quieter than July.

Crowd score

How busy it gets

9/10
Peak

The park's busiest time. Reservations, early starts, and patience recommended.

About 89% of this park's busiest month.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Data: NPS visitation 2023–2025 · crowd scores computed Jul 2026 · alerts checked Jul 10, 2026. How this is calculated →

Computed from federal data · Methodology by Sharon Ben-Moshe

Visitation

Typical June visits vs. the year

June (typical)29,704
Peak — July33,365
Quietest — January14,589

Typical monthly recreation visits, averaged over the most recent three full years.

Source: NPS Visitor Use Statistics, 2023–2025

Weather

June weather

Avg high
68°F
Avg low
54°F
Precipitation
0.1"
Sunrise
4:48 AM
Sunset
7:12 PM
Daylight
14.4h

Source: NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, SANTA BARBARA 11 W, CA US

What's open

Channel Islands in June: access

The park is open 24 hours a day. Services and facilities have separate hours. Please see descriptions of those facilities elsewhere.

Seasonal closures may apply:

  • Information

    Santa Barbara Island Dock Closed; Landings Restricted to Adjacent Rocky Ledge

    Santa Barbara Island is open to public access, but landings are restricted to the rocky ledge adjacent to the dock. The dock is closed and is not expected to be repaired in the near future due to the severe winter storm damage.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Park Closure

    Parts of Santa Rosa Island Closed During Wildfire Recovery

    Santa Rosa Island reopens to limited day use on July 1. No overnight visits are allowed. Burned areas, including Water Canyon Campground, remain closed through at least August 13. Click the more link for additional information.

    Details on nps.gov →

Source: NPS Data API

Conditions

Current alerts

  • Information

    Santa Barbara Island Dock Closed; Landings Restricted to Adjacent Rocky Ledge

    Santa Barbara Island is open to public access, but landings are restricted to the rocky ledge adjacent to the dock. The dock is closed and is not expected to be repaired in the near future due to the severe winter storm damage.

    Details on nps.gov →
  • Park Closure

    Parts of Santa Rosa Island Closed During Wildfire Recovery

    Santa Rosa Island reopens to limited day use on July 1. No overnight visits are allowed. Burned areas, including Water Canyon Campground, remain closed through at least August 13. Click the more link for additional information.

    Details on nps.gov →

Source: NPS Data API

Context

Channel Islands crowds across the year

JanFebMarAprMay9JunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Alternatives

Quieter nearby in June

FAQ

Channel Islands in June

How busy is Channel Islands in June?

June rates 9/10 for crowds (Peak) at Channel Islands National Park — about 89% of its busiest month. Typical recreation visits: 29,704.

What is the weather like at Channel Islands in June?

In June, Channel Islands averages a high of 68°F and a low of 54°F, with about 0.1 inches of precipitation.