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Camping With A View
The Blackjack Campground is nestled among pine and eucalyptus trees near 2,097-foot Mt. Orizaba, Santa Catalina Island’s highest peak. At 1,600 feet above sea level, the facility provides eleven campsites with sweeping views of rolling terrain to the ocean. Situated several miles from both Avalon and Two Harbors, Blackjack Campground offers tranquility in the island’s interior.
Facilities and Activities
- Picnic Tables
- BBQ and fire ring
- Showers
- Fresh water
- Chemical toilets
- Lockers
Save money by booking online, see "VERY IMPORTANT" below for online booking instructions.
Directions to Campground
The Blackjack Campground trailhead is accessible by either hiking, taking the Airport Shuttle from Avalon, or by Safari Bus. The trailhead for the campground is nine miles from Avalon and 11.8 miles from Two Harbors. Once at the trailhead, it is a 1.5-mile moderate hike into the campground.
| Midweek and Weekend | Adult/Child | |
| Summer (3/9/12 - 10/27/12) |
$18 / $9 | |
| Winter (1/2/12 - 3/8/12 & 10/28/12 - 12/31/12) |
$16 / $8 |
For groups of 20 or more adults, please call 310-510-8368 ext. 1414 (Please note that reservations booked over the phone are subject to a $15 administration fee).
Equipment Rental
Selected camping equipment is available for rent from Two Harbors Visitor Services. For more information, please call:
310-510-8368 (Please note that reservations booked over the phone are subject to a $25 administration fee).
Tips
Campers must check-in at either Island Plaza in Avalon or Two Harbors Visitor Services. If you pre-purchased firewood, you will be issued a lockbox key at check-in. There is a 10-day maximum at all campgrounds.
VERY IMPORTANT: When booking online
- Print out the campground map PDF so you can refer back to specific camp sites when looking for availability
- Click on "Book Now" button
- Under Reservation, make sure you enter correct date requested and number of people camping, if the site isn't available on the requested date, click on Calendar to see dates available
- Under Reservation, be sure to choose the proper campground under "Campground Requested," then refer to camping map for abbreviated campground listing
- Click on Rates to see total camping fees and select Reserve to make reservation
Reservations Required
310-510-TENT (8368) Please note, there is a $25 booking fee for reservations over the phone.