Preserving your National Park is your responsibility. Once on the island any specific regulations are posted in site bulletins. Fishing is allowed in designated areas only, a valid state fishing licence is required and all state regulations are enforced. Shore fishing is prohibited on San Miguel Island and the landing area on East Anacapa is a protected no take area. Pets are not allowed on the islands.
Service animals require special clearance.
Rock climbing is prohibited. Firearms and firework are prohibited. Pack out all your trash. There is no trash service on the islands. Hantavirus A strain of Hantavirus has been found in deer mouse populations on San Miguel, Santa Rosa and Santa Cruz Islands.