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Channel Islands National Park

national park, California, United States
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The Channel Islands National Park is located off the coast of Southern California and encompasses five of the Channel Islands: Anacapa, San Miguel, Santa Cruz, Santa Barbara, and Santa Rosa. These islands are known for their rugged, mountainous terrain and unique ecosystems, featuring endemic species like the island gray fox and the giant coreopsis.1

Historically, the islands were inhabited by Native American peoples, the Chumash and the Gabrielino. The park was established in 1980 and includes both land and a mile offshore, protecting diverse marine and terrestrial life, including breeding grounds for sea lions and seabirds. The park headquarters are located in Ventura.1

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