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.
Extreme Heat Watch issued July 20 at 12:26PM PDT until July 27 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures between 93 to 103 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures between 97 and 107 possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 8 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Wednesday evening through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. 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.
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 12:26PM PDT until July 22 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures between 93 to 103 expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions with temperatures between 97 and 107 possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 10 AM to 8 PM PDT Wednesday. For the Extreme Heat Watch, from Wednesday evening through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. 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
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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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