San Miguel

island, California, United States

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San Miguel is an island located off the Pacific coast of southern California, United States. It is part of the Channel Islands, specifically the Santa Barbara group, and is the westernmost island in this chain.1

San Miguel is characterized by a windswept tableland and a rocky coast, with a climate that is often rainy and foggy. The island is noted for its unique plant and animal life, including endemic species. Historically, it was inhabited by the Chumash Native American people. Today, San Miguel Island is administered by the U.S. Navy.1

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San Miguel, the westernmost of the park’s islands, is administered by the U.S. Navy. It comprises a windswept tableland with a rocky coast, and its climate is often rainy and foggy. Santa Rosa Island is leased by its former owners for game hunting; the remains…
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San Miguel, the westernmost of the park’s islands, is administered by the U.S. Navy. It comprises a windswept tableland with a rocky coast, and its climate is often rainy and foggy. Santa Rosa Island is leased by its former owners for game hunting; the remains…
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