Title: Potato Harbour in Santa Barbara | Expedia.co.uk [Potato Harbour Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Potato-Harbour-Hotels.0-l553248635922900658-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Santa Barbara](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Santa-Barbara.d602277.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Potato Harbour Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Potato-Harbour.d553248635922900658.Car-Hire-Guide)[Santa Barbara Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.d602277.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Potato Harbour ![Channel Islands National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900658/7979eb89-463e-4be7-95af-b1da38a6179b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Channel Islands National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900658/7979eb89-463e-4be7-95af-b1da38a6179b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Potato Harbour which includes landscape views, tranquil scenes and hiking or walking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900658/455beddf-ebd5-400c-9415-c32d0f33be36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ventura showing rocky coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900658/31250d2f-c1e6-43f8-ae7c-89d5bb8ee920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ventura which includes rugged coastline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635922900658/fdb794c8-14cd-4877-89dc-5ab1ad1474d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Potato Harbour Activities [Santa Barbara travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Barbara.dx602277) --- --- #### This overlook point with a quirky name is one of the top places to go in California for beautiful views of the coastline and the Channel Islands National Park. As one of the most loved lookout points on Santa Cruz Island, Potato Harbor is a great place to add to your hiking list when visiting Channel Islands National Park. Peer out to Potato Harbor from the overlook above and you’ll soon see the oblong potato-shape that gave the harbor its name. Start your journey to Potato Harbor by taking a trip to Santa Cruz Island, one of the most easily accessible of the Channel Islands. Here, nature thrives in its native habitat, relatively untouched by building works or development. This is unspoiled, awe-inspiring California beauty at its finest. Pack your hiking boots to make the most of a visit to Potato Harbor, as the Potato Harbor overlook is alongside a hiking trail that starts from Scorpion Beach. Wander along the signed path and look for blooming wildflowers along your way. Take a moment to spot other wildlife, including island foxes, birds, lizards and bees. Bring your camera to take pictures of the stunning scenery at Potato Harbor. Steep cliffs below make for an incredible view of the harbor itself and other islands further out to sea. Listen for the sounds of seals barking and splashing around in the water. See if you can spot kayakers in the distance paddling their way through the tranquil water. Watch as the wind pushes colorful sailboats along their journey through the harbor. Visit Potato Harbor at sunset for dramatic views of the orange sky contrasting with the turquoise water. Try to plan your trip for a clear day, as the area is best enjoyed when the visibility is high and the fog levels are low. There is a picnic area near the overlook if you need a short break for refreshments. Access Potato Harbor and the Potato Harbor Overlook by boat from the California mainland. Come prepared for all conditions and pack water and food, as amenities are purposefully lacking on the island in order to preserve its natural beauty. The hiking trails to Potato Harbor are rated as moderate, which means they are best for older children and adults. ## Plan a trip to see Potato Harbour Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![The Milo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565800/565736/af5e1e5e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### The Milo Santa Barbara Beach £1,374 per person 2 May - 8 May found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LON) to Santa Barbara (SBA) 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,473 reviews) staff was very nice! room was super clean and cozy. and love the hotel!! Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026 ![Hotel Californian](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18380000/18374100/18374097/12b7ea7c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Hotel Californian Santa Barbara Beach Save 100% on your flight £1,962 per person 2 May - 8 May found 1 day ago Return direct flight included London (LON) to Santa Barbara (SBA) 9.2/10 Wonderful! 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