Scorpion Ranch Heliport

Santa Cruz Island, US 🇺🇸 Heliport

ICAO

US-5702

IATA

Elevation

270 ft

Region

US-CA

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GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: 34.05199° N, -119.56434° E

Continent: North America

Type: Heliport

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Online Reviews Summary

Recent traveler reviews and experiences at Scorpion Ranch on Santa Cruz Island, primarily accessed via the Island Packers ferry, generally convey a highly positive sentiment. Visitors are consistently impressed by the island's natural beauty, abundant wildlife, and the opportunity for a remote outdoor adventure. The experience is centered around nature exploration, hiking, and camping within Channel Islands National Park.

What Travelers Love

Natural Beauty and Wildlife: Travelers frequently praise the stunning coastal scenery, diverse plant life, and unique wildlife, especially the endemic island foxes, dolphins, and whales seen during the boat journey.
Outdoor Activities: Hiking to picturesque locations like Cavern Point and Potato Harbor, kayaking through sea caves and kelp forests, and snorkeling are highlighted as popular and rewarding activities.
Remote and Wild Feeling: Many appreciate the sense of being truly "in the wild" and away from modern life, emphasizing the island's untouched quality and solitude, despite being relatively close to Southern California.
Scorpion Ranch Visitor Center: The historic Scorpion Ranch house serves as a visitor center, offering interpretive exhibits about the island's natural and cultural history, including its past as a sheep ranch.
Camping Facilities: Scorpion Canyon Campground is well-regarded for its accessibility (a flat 0.5-mile walk from the pier), potable water, pit toilets, picnic tables, and fox-proof food storage boxes.

Common Complaints

Lack of Commercial Services: There are no shops, restaurants, or lodging beyond the primitive campgrounds on the island, requiring visitors to pack in all food and supplies and pack out all trash.
Turbulent Boat Ride: The ferry trip to Santa Cruz Island can be rough or turbulent, leading some travelers to recommend motion sickness medication.
Wildlife Interactions (Food Safety): Visitors are repeatedly warned about the need to secure food from ravens and island foxes, which are known to be bold and resourceful in accessing unattended bags and gear.
Limited Shade on Trails: While some shade is available in the campground and ranch area, many hiking trails are exposed, necessitating appropriate sun protection.
Yellow Jacket Activity: During summer and early fall, yellow jackets can be present, especially around water sources at the campground, which is a concern for those with allergies.

Scorpion Ranch Heliport (US-5702) is not mentioned in recent traveler reviews as a public access point for commercial helicopter travel, nor are there any indications of related terminal facilities, security wait times, or customs/immigration experiences. The primary mode of transportation for visitors is the Island Packers ferry to Scorpion Anchorage. The overall experience at Scorpion Ranch is highly recommended for those seeking a rugged, nature-focused adventure in a unique island ecosystem.

Last updated: 65 days ago

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