The campground is in Scorpion Valley and has 40 sites and allows 4-6 people per site. In the near future backcountry campsites will be opened in the new Isthmus addition to the park. Weather Campers should be prepared for a variety of weather, especially on the outer-islands. Thirty knot winds are not uncommon on Santa Rosa and San Miguel Islands. Sturdy tents, stakes and line for securing tents to the ground, table or windscreen are recommended.
Fog can occur on the islands during any season producing cool, damp conditions.
All of the campgrounds, except East Santa Cruz Island, are located away from trees and shade. Over exposure to the wind and sun can be a serious problem. Visitors are advised to bring supplies for an extra day in case transportation is delayed due to weather conditions. As in all national parks, natural and cultural resources are protected by federal law. Collecting or tampering with resources, including vegetation, shells, feathers, rocks, shipwrecks, and artifacts is prohibited.