Ozena
Closed — Closed indefinitely.
Gifford Fire Closure Order
Gifford Fire Closure Order 05-07-53-25-21 supersedes Order 05-07-53-25-20 executed on August 24, 2025.
Sespe Condor Sanctuary Closure
The Los Padres National Forest will prohibit entry by the public to the Sespe Condor Sanctuary to support ongoing Condor recovery efforts. This special closure order supports the overall survivorship and sustained population increase of the California Condor species.
Forest Order - Special Closure - Storm Damage Recovery
Special Closure - Storm Damage Recovery - Los Padres National Forest - Forest Order NO. 05-07-53-25-07
Dry Canyon Area, Roads and Trails, and Wilderness Closure
Mt. Pinos Ranger District, Dry Canyon Area, Roads, Trails and Wilderness Closure
West Cuesta Fire Use Restrictions
Building, maintaining, attending, or using a wood or charcoal campfire, or cooking fire, on National Forest System (NFS) lands within the West Cuesta Fire Use Restriction Area
Prohibition of overnight camping and campfires at San Carpoforo Beach
The following acts are prohibited on San Carpoforo Beach, which includes all National Forest lands west of Highway 1 to the mean high tide line of the Pacific Ocean in Section 16, Township 25 South, Range 6 East, Mount Diablo Base a
Fire Restrictions for Santa Barbara Front Country
Fire restrictions are still in effect in the Santa Barbara front country. This prohibition will remain in effect through Feb 26, 2026.
About
Located in the southern portion of Los Padres National Forest along Lockwood Valley Road, Ozena Campground offers a remote camping experience in Ventura County. The campground sits at approximately 3,000-3,660 feet elevation, about 1.5 miles east of Highway 33, near the Ozena Fire Station and Ranger Station. The facility features 10-12 primitive campsites designed for tents and RVs up to 22 feet, each equipped with a picnic table and fire ring. The campground serves as a convenient base for exploring the surrounding Mt. Pinos Ranger District, with access to nearby recreational areas including Reyes Creek, Camp Scheideck, and various off-highway vehicle trails. The Ozena Trailhead (23W42) near the fire station provides access to trails leading south toward Pine Mountain. The entrance road can be sandy and may require caution, particularly for larger vehicles. The surrounding landscape features a mix of high desert and mountain terrain typical of the Los Padres backcountry.
Directions
From Ojai, take Highway 33 north for approximately 36 miles. Turn east onto Lockwood Valley Road and continue for about 1.5 miles. The campground is on the south side of the road near the Ozena Fire Station.
Nearby Campgrounds
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | — |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 22ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | Yes |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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