9 Beautiful & Unique Islands in the Golden State

Channel Islands National Park

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Santa Catalina Island

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Angel Island

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Alcatraz Island

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Treasure Island

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Farallon Islands

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Woodley Island

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Naples Island

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Balboa Island

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