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Interpretation and history at Matia Island

History

Captain Eliza of the 1792 Spanish Expedition named the island "Isle de Mata." Mata has many meanings in Spanish, most having to do with lush plant growth. Some believe Matia refers to a woman's name. The U.S. Coast Survey conffered the name Matia in 1954.

Interpretive opportunities

There are currently no interpretive opportunities at this park.