Located just a few blocks off the beach, the Channels Islands Harbor is a great location for boating and recreational activities in Oxnard, CA. At the Channel Islands Kayak Center , you can try family fun activities such as stand up paddle boarding and kayaking.
Stand up paddle boarding is a great way to check out the breathtaking sights on the harbor with the entire family! Stand up paddle boarding is offered for kids 10 and older and kids as young as 3 years old can kayak as long as they are with an adult.
Stand Up Paddle Board Rates:
- Stand up paddle boards can be rented for $25.00 an hour
- You can purchase a lesson and hour of extra rental for $79.95 per person.
Kayaking Rates:
- Single kayaks are rented at an hourly rate at $12.50 per hour; full day rentals are $35.00.
- Double kayaks are rented at an hourly rate at $20.00 per hour and full day rentals are $55.00.
One of the most beautiful recreational activities you can try in order to experience the Channel Islands Harbor is on a gondola ride.
The hour-long gondola ride is well worth it as it coasts along the beautiful waterways of the Channel Islands Harbor. Overall, it’s a beautiful and relaxing experience for the entire family!
Whale Watching Tours
Another water adventure to experience in Oxnard is a whale watching tour! During peak migration periods in both the spring and summer, visitors can see up to 10 species of whales, including blue and grey whales. On this adventure, you will also visit Channel Islands National Park.
The park is comprised of five large and uninhabited islands. What makes this national park special is how much biodiversity there is. In fact, the islands are known as the “Galapagos Islands of the US”! Despite being an uninhabited island, visitors can camp, hike, camp, scuba dive, and kayak on and around the island.
