Holiday Group Campground
Open year-round. Potable water is not available; bring your own water. Santa Barbara Front Country fire use restrictions may apply. 14-day consecutive camping limit.
Fire Weather Watch issued July 13 at 1:13PM PDT until July 16 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY MORNING FOR STRONG NORTHWEST TO NORTH WINDS ALONG WITH LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY AND HOT TEMPERATURES FOR THE MOUNTAINS AND SOUTH COAST OF SANTA BARBARA COUNTY AS WELL AS THE VENTURA COUNTY MOUNTAINS AND INTERSTATE 5 CORRIDOR... .Strong northwest to north winds, hot temperatures, and low relative humidity will produce the potential for critical fire- weather conditions late Wednesday through early Thursday. The National Weather Service in Los Angeles/Oxnard has issued a Fire Weather Watch for strong northwest to north winds along with low relative humidity and hot temperatures, which is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday morning. * WINDS...Northwest to north winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 55 mph, strongest in Sundowner wind prone areas of southern Santa Barbara County. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...10 to 25 percent. * IMPACTS...If fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for extreme fire behavior, rapid fire growth, and long range spotting, which could threaten life and property. The hot air mass will also contribute to the potential for significant vertical plume growth.
Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 10:20AM PDT until July 16 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 103. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for heat illness for sensitive populations including the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors.
National Forest System Roads
Follow California Vehicle Code on National Forest System Roads
About
Holiday Group Campground provides an escape into the oak-covered canyons of Los Padres National Forest. Situated at 2,120 feet in Live Oak Canyon, the campground offers heavy shade and the sound of Matilija Creek flowing nearby. One large group site accommodates up to 50 people with parking for 10 vehicles across eight pull-in driveways, suitable for tents, trailers, and RVs. The Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail begins just a mile south, offering a short loop through thick riparian vegetation with hillside views. For more adventurous visitors, the 10-mile Ortega Trail provides challenging off-road riding to the ridgetop. A small swimming hole is accessible nearby, and fishing in the creek may yield trout, though the stream is not stocked. Ojai is about 15 miles south, while Ventura and the Pacific Ocean are roughly 20 miles beyond. Campers must bring their own drinking water as potable water is not available at the campground. Vault toilets, picnic tables, and barbecues are provided.
Directions
From Ventura, travel north on Highway 33 for about 14 miles to Ojai. Turn left to continue on Highway 33 and travel north about 9 miles to the campground on the left. From Los Angeles, take I-5 north to Highway 126 west for 28 miles to Santa Paula. Turn onto Highway 150 north for about 16 miles, then turn left onto Highway 33 and continue north approximately 9 miles.
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | — |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $150 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 20ft |
| Max Trailer Length | 20ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (805) 434-1996 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | Yes |
| T-Mobile | None |
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