Openings · last 7 days
82
Booking reality
Campsite Sniper detected 82 site openings here in the last 7 days
01 · Detected Opening History · the openings record · file CS-232498
When Santa Cruz Island Scorpion reopens
Santa Cruz Island Scorpion's openings record: every site-date Campsite Sniper detected turning available, logged and time-stamped. Refreshed hourly.
Openings · last 30 days
125
Openings · last 90 days
129
Weekday pattern
Detected openings by day of week · 90dNo strong weekday pattern is evident in the openings Campsite Sniper has detected: 129 openings spread across the week.
Hour-of-day pattern
First detected by hour · local time · last 90 daysThe largest concentrations of detected openings were first detected during the 08:00 and 11:00 local-time hours. Those hours contained 37 of 129 detected openings (28.7%). Hours show when Campsite Sniper first detected each opening, in Pacific Time, not when the change was made upstream.
Lead-time profile
Days before stay date · percentilesHalf of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 23 days before the stay date; the middle 50% land 6–34 days out. Set an alert if you want Campsite Sniper to monitor future openings.
Highest-churn sites
Most openings · 90d| Site | Openings | Share of all openings |
|---|---|---|
| 020 | 11 | 8.5% |
| 023 | 9 | 7.0% |
| 009 | 9 | 7.0% |
| 010 | 8 | 6.2% |
| 018 | 8 | 6.2% |
Site 020 had the most detected openings in the last 90 days: 11. One free watch covers every site here.
02 · Availability Outlook · Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027 · of 31 monitored sites
Of the 5,673 tracked site-nights (Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027): 3,571 open for online reservation · 2,102 reserved.
Where the open windows are
37.1% of tracked site-nights are not currently open for online reservation. 3,571 of 5,673 remain open; here is where they are.
Load status
Sep 18, 2026 – Mar 19, 2027Not open online37.1%
Open site-nights3,571 / 5,673
Reserved (of online inventory)2,102 / 5,673
Weekday openings2,290
Weekend openings1,281
Of the open site-nights on mapped sites, 2,290 fall on weekdays and 1,281 on weekends (Fri–Sun).
Open dates by month
Sep 2026 – Mar 2027January holds the most room. 920 of 961 site-nights are still open there.
Holiday windows
Sites open per night · of 31 sites| Window | Night | Sites open | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor Day | SAT Sep 5 | 0 | None open |
| SUN Sep 6 | 0 | None open | |
| MON Sep 7 | 0 | None open | |
| Thanksgiving | THU Nov 26 | 18 | Open |
| FRI Nov 27 | 3 | Open | |
| SAT Nov 28 | 2 | Open | |
| Christmas | THU Dec 24 | 29 | Open |
| FRI Dec 25 | 28 | Open | |
| New Year | THU Dec 31 | 29 | Open |
| FRI Jan 1 | 30 | Open |
Labor Day: no online availability on any tracked night. Thanksgiving: 1 site is available for the complete three-night stay. Christmas: 28 sites are available for the complete two-night stay. New Year: 29 sites are available for the complete two-night stay.
Best-availability sites
Most open site-nights · tracked window| Site | Open site-nights |
|---|---|
| 012 | 133 |
| A | 132 |
| C | 129 |
| 015 | 128 |
| B | 128 |
The 5 sites with the most open site-nights in the current snapshot. Pair a bookable date with a free alert to cover everything else.
Next windows
As of Sep 18, 2026 snapshotNext open dateFri · Sep 18
Next open weekendFri · Sep 18
The next bookable night is Sep 18; the first open weekend starts Sep 18. Campsite Sniper can watch later dates for you.
Stays and site detail
3,571 open site-nights across 31 sites at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion, from the same hourly snapshot as everything above.
Multi-night stays. 285 2-night, 237 3-night, 102 7-night openings where a single site is free for every night, per Campsite Sniper's current snapshot — soonest Sep 18 at site 020.
All 31 sites with current availability
| Site | Max RV | Hookups | Open site-nights | Longest run | Dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 012 | Not recorded | None | 133 | 111 nights | Oct 7, Oct 21, Oct 27, Oct 28, Oct 29, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9 +121 more |
| A | Not recorded | None | 132 | 80 nights | Sep 21, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 15, Oct 18, Oct 19, Oct 20, Oct 21, Oct 22, Oct 25, Oct 29, Nov 1 +120 more |
| C | Not recorded | None | 129 | 77 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 20, Oct 21, Oct 22, Oct 25, Oct 29, Oct 30, Nov 1, Nov 2 +117 more |
| 015 | Not recorded | None | 128 | 111 nights | Oct 20, Oct 27, Oct 28, Oct 29, Nov 1, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15 +116 more |
| B | Not recorded | None | 128 | 75 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Sep 27, Oct 4, Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 7, Oct 8, Oct 20, Oct 21, Oct 22 +116 more |
| 016 | Not recorded | None | 126 | 75 nights | Oct 22, Oct 28, Oct 29, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17 +114 more |
| 018 | Not recorded | None | 126 | 75 nights | Oct 6, Oct 8, Oct 28, Oct 29, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 9, Nov 12, Nov 15 +114 more |
| 006 | Not recorded | None | 123 | 68 nights | Oct 21, Oct 25, Oct 26, Oct 29, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11 +111 more |
| 010 | Not recorded | None | 122 | 80 nights | Oct 6, Oct 27, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16 +110 more |
| 013 | Not recorded | None | 122 | 55 nights | Oct 20, Oct 28, Oct 29, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 8, Nov 15, Nov 18, Nov 19 +110 more |
| 021 | Not recorded | None | 121 | 69 nights | Oct 6, Oct 27, Oct 28, Oct 29, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 11, Nov 15, Nov 16 +109 more |
| D | Not recorded | None | 121 | 48 nights | Sep 22, Oct 12, Oct 20, Oct 25, Oct 26, Oct 27, Oct 28, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10 +109 more |
| E | Not recorded | None | 121 | 53 nights | Sep 20, Sep 21, Sep 27, Oct 5, Oct 12, Oct 13, Oct 19, Oct 20, Oct 27, Oct 28, Oct 29, Oct 30 +109 more |
| F | Not recorded | None | 121 | 33 nights | Oct 5, Oct 11, Oct 20, Oct 25, Oct 26, Oct 27, Oct 28, Oct 29, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5 +109 more |
| 009 | Not recorded | None | 120 | 55 nights | Oct 5, Oct 6, Oct 20, Oct 26, Oct 28, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 15, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 26 +108 more |
| 001 | Not recorded | None | 119 | 41 nights | Sep 19, Oct 6, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15 +107 more |
| 004 | Not recorded | None | 119 | 61 nights | Sep 21, Sep 22, Sep 23, Oct 20, Oct 28, Nov 4, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15 +107 more |
| 008 | Not recorded | None | 117 | 74 nights | Sep 28, Oct 28, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17 +105 more |
| 017 | Not recorded | None | 116 | 69 nights | Oct 27, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 25, Nov 26, Nov 30 +104 more |
| 019 | Not recorded | None | 114 | 52 nights | Oct 29, Nov 1, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 15, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 26, Nov 29, Nov 30 +102 more |
| 020 | Not recorded | None | 114 | 36 nights | Sep 18, Sep 19, Sep 20, Nov 1, Nov 2, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 25, Nov 26 +102 more |
| 007 | Not recorded | None | 113 | 46 nights | Oct 22, Oct 28, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19 +101 more |
| 022 | Not recorded | None | 109 | 26 nights | Oct 7, Oct 27, Nov 1, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 16, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 25, Nov 26 +97 more |
| 003 | Not recorded | None | 107 | 33 nights | Oct 6, Oct 22, Oct 27, Oct 28, Nov 8, Nov 9, Nov 10, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 17, Nov 18, Dec 2 +95 more |
| 005 | Not recorded | None | 104 | 34 nights | Sep 20, Oct 22, Oct 28, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 25, Nov 29, Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 3 +92 more |
| 011 | Not recorded | None | 101 | 20 nights | Sep 20, Oct 22, Oct 29, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 13, Nov 15, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 26, Nov 29, Nov 30 +89 more |
| 002 | Not recorded | None | 100 | 24 nights | Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 17, Nov 18, Nov 19, Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 3, Dec 4 +88 more |
| 014 | Not recorded | None | 97 | 14 nights | Oct 14, Oct 21, Oct 29, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 10, Nov 12, Nov 15, Nov 29, Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2 +85 more |
| 024 | Not recorded | None | 94 | 19 nights | Oct 15, Oct 20, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 12, Nov 16, Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 3 +82 more |
| 025 | Not recorded | None | 90 | 20 nights | Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 11, Nov 12, Nov 18, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 3, Dec 6, Dec 7, Dec 8, Dec 9 +78 more |
| 023 | Not recorded | None | 84 | 19 nights | Sep 22, Nov 2, Nov 3, Nov 4, Nov 5, Nov 30, Dec 1, Dec 2, Dec 3, Dec 4, Dec 6, Dec 7 +72 more |
About Santa Cruz Island Scorpion
Overview
Fantastic ocean views and relaxing beach time is practically guaranteed at Scorpion Canyon Campground, the most family-friendly campsite on Santa Cruz Island. Set on the eastern part of the island, the campground is a short hike from the pier and is sheltered from harsh ocean winds. The largest of California's Channel Islands, Santa Cruz Island is one of the five islands that make up the Channel Islands National Park. The island is rich in cultural history, magnificent landscapes, and unique flora and fauna. Native American Indians inhabited the island for over 10,000 years and Europeans explored and ranched on the island for over 150 years. Over 600 plant species, 140 land birds, 11 land mammals and a handful of amphibians and reptiles call the island their home. The island fox and island scrub-jay are exciting finds, as they're unique to the island, found nowhere else in the world. For more information about Santa Cruz Island visit: https://www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/santa-cruz-island.htm .
Recreation
With its easy beach access and generally good weather, this area offers the most recreational activities in the park, including hiking, swimming, snorkeling, diving, kayaking and wildlife/wildflower viewing. There are no services on the island, so all gear has to be brought to the island. Guided kayak trips and kayak rentals must be arranged before arriving on the island. For more information about recreational activities in the park, visit https://www.nps.gov/chis/planyourvisit/index.htm .
Facilities
Primitive camping is available at Scorpion Canyon Campground with 25 individual sites which accommodate up to six persons per site; and six group sites with up to 15 persons per site. Picnic table, food storage box, pit toilet, and water are provided. The campground is a flat 1/2 mile to 1 mile hike from the pier. Access to the island is by Island Packers Cruises or by private boat.
Natural Features
The beach near the campground is a mix of sand and rocks, and faces the Santa Barbara Channel. The campground is located in a valley with a mixture of trees and shrubs. Rugged mountain peaks rise above the campground to 1,808 feet.
Nearby Attractions
Hiking options are unlimited and offer spectacular coastal views. Try the 2 mile round-trip Cavern Point Loop hike for views of the island's mountain peaks, and the southern California coastline. This popular hike takes you past antique ranching equipment and historic buildings for a taste of island ranch history. For more advanced hikers, tackle the 7.5-mile round-trip hike from the campground to Smugglers Cove.
31 monitored sitesNo hookups31 shadedIslandMax party 15
Getting there
Boat transportation can be arranged with Island Packers from Ventura Harbor. To park headquarters in Ventura, Ca: exit Highway 101, at Victoria or Seaward to Ventura Harbor.
1901 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura, CA 93001805-658-5730
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03 · Field Photos · roll CS-232498 · facility + sites
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FAQ
How do I get a reservation at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion?
Reservations for Santa Cruz Island Scorpion are made through Recreation.gov. 3,571 of 5,673 tracked site-nights are currently open (62.9%). Campsite Sniper has also detected 129 site openings here in the last 90 days, so further dates may appear. Pick a site on the map to see its calendar, or set a free Campsite Sniper alert. You complete the reservation yourself on Recreation.gov.
Does Campsite Sniper book this campground for me?
No. Campsite Sniper sends alerts and direct Recreation.gov links. It never books, pays for, holds, hoards, or resells reservations.
How current is this availability data?
Campsite Sniper re-checks public Recreation.gov availability for this facility every hour and republishes whenever anything changes. This facility's data last changed at Sep 18, 2026 16:19 UTC; an older timestamp means nothing has changed since that time, not that checking stopped. Always confirm final availability on Recreation.gov when you book.
How often do new openings appear at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion?
Campsite Sniper detected 82 site-date openings at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion in the last 7 days, 125 over 30 days and 129 over the last 90.
Can I get a multi-night stay at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion?
237 three-night openings are showing, counting only runs where the SAME site is free for all three nights. The soonest starts Sep 18 at site 020. Confirm and book on Recreation.gov.
Which month has the most availability at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion?
January 2027, with 920 open site-nights in the current snapshot of 961.
How far ahead of a stay do openings appear at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion?
Half of the openings Campsite Sniper detected appeared at least 23 days before the stay date; the middle 50% landed 6-34 days out. Campsite Sniper can monitor future changes for dates you select.
When is the next open date at Santa Cruz Island Scorpion?
As of the Sep 18, 2026 snapshot: the next open date is Fri, Sep 18 and the next open weekend starts Fri, Sep 18. Detected openings can add earlier dates at any time; a free Campsite Sniper alert catches those the moment they appear.
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