Holiday Group Campground

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Los Padres National Forest

Group campsite · USDA Forest Service · Los Padres National Forest Fees: Group sites accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles. Fees for additional people and vehicles are $10.00 per person or vehicle, per day. Extra Vehicle and person fees will be charged at the facility. Season: January to December Reservations: Reservations required. www.recreation.gov or call 877-444-6777 Overview Holiday Group Campground is a relaxing location to enjoy nature all year long; a quick escape from the bustle of the city. It provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking and horseback riding. Surrounding trails are also fun for off-road vehicle enthusiasts. Recreation The Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail begins not far from the campground. It is a relatively short, loop trail that leads through thick vegetation along the river banks and to a scenic hillside view of the area. Wildflowers are often located along the path. The 10-mile Ortega Trail, for off-road vehicle use, is popular among experienced riders. Rocky, steep terrain takes the trail to the ridgetop. The creek flows near some of the campsites and a small swimming hole is available nearby. Fishing is rough in the area and may produce a catch of trout, but the stream is not… Getting there: From Ventura, travel north on Highway 33 for about 14 miles to Ojai. Turn left, continuing on Highway 33 and travel north about 9 miles to the campground. From Los Angeles, take I-5 north and turn west onto Highway 126 for 28 miles to St. Paula. Turn onto Highway 150 and travel north for about 16 miles. Turn left onto Highway 33 and continue north for approximately 9 miles. Rules: For current fire restrictions please visit www.fs.usda.gov/lpnf Phone: (805)434-1996 Official page: https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232342 Source: Recreation.gov, USDA Forest Service. Fees and seasons change; check the official page before you go. Photos: PMC