Valley Anchorage is a beach and anchorage located on the south side of Santa Cruz Island within Channel Islands National Park, California, USA. It is situated on the island's southern coastline, approximately 11 miles from the popular Scorpion Anchorage on the island's east end. The anchorage serves as a geographical boundary; the property line dividing National Park Service land from The Nature Conservancy's land runs from Prisoners Harbor on the north coast to Valley Anchorage on the south coast. Paddlers may land and hike on the eastern side of this line, which includes Valley Anchorage, without a permit from The Nature Conservancy. The beach at Valley Anchorage is narrow. Landing on any beach in the park, including those in this area, requires extreme caution due to surf and swell conditions, particularly on south and southeast-facing beaches like those between San Pedro Point and Sandstone Point. This area is exposed to the open Pacific Ocean, leading to significant wave action and surf zones that challenge landing and launching. The region is known for strong winds and dynamic ocean conditions that can change rapidly. A notable incident involved a group of novice kayakers who became stranded overnight at Valley Anchorage after attempting a long-distance trip without adequate preparation, highlighting the need for proper skill, equipment, and trip planning for the remote and demanding coastline. The area offers views of dramatic coastal scenery, including tall rock formations where rockslides can occur. Paddlers must be entirely self-sufficient, aware of the significant distances involved in traveling the island's 77-mile coastline, and prepared for potential rescue delays in this isolated location.