About Wheeler Gorge
Number of accommodations: 63
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2026 Season availability
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (865)
What Guests Are Saying
Wheeler Gorge Campground is a beautiful and well-maintained location, perfect for families and individuals seeking a peaceful getaway close to nature. The sites are spacious, clean, and many offer access to the lovely Matilija Creek, providing a serene atmosphere for relaxation and exploration. While there is no running water and some areas have poison oak, the campground hosts are friendly and helpful, making it a highly recommended destination for camping enthusiasts.
What Guests Are Saying
Wheeler Gorge Campground is a beautiful and well-maintained location, perfect for families and individuals seeking a peaceful getaway close to nature. The sites are spacious, clean, and many offer access to the lovely Matilija Creek, providing a serene atmosphere for relaxation and exploration. While there is no running water and some areas have poison oak, the campground hosts are friendly and helpful, making it a highly recommended destination for camping enthusiasts.
Review Summary
Teresa H
VerifiedApril 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: WHEE
The camp hosts are great. Camp site 50 is not a good campsite. On the map it shows there is a creek through it, but there wasn't. Even worse is the land is not flat there so our tents were slanted. Wheeler Gorge looks slightly primitive online, however it is not. The spaces are too close together. I would recommend this to people who like Urban camping or glamping.
Teresa H
VerifiedApril 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 050, Loop: WHEE
The camp hosts are great. Camp site 50 is not a good campsite. On the map it shows there is a creek through it, but there wasn't. Even worse is the land is not flat there so our tents were slanted. Wheeler Gorge looks slightly primitive online, however it is not. The spaces are too close together. I would recommend this to people who like Urban camping or glamping.
Denise J
VerifiedApril 28, 2026 • Stayed at: 040, Loop: WHEE
We camped on a Sunday night - very few people in the campground. It's a quiet, beautiful setting with oak trees and a gentle creek running through. The sites are nice with ample room between neighbors. The sites and restrooms were clean. There was ample poison oak along the creek, trails and uncleared areas. Would recommend to bring bug repellent for the gnats. Overall, a nice place to camp.
Carol G
VerifiedApril 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: WHEE
Site #45, long driveway but sloped down. We parked a 15' trailer and 2 trucks. Campsite had room for 2 tents.
Carol G
VerifiedApril 27, 2026 • Stayed at: 045, Loop: WHEE
Site #45, long driveway but sloped down. We parked a 15' trailer and 2 trucks. Campsite had room for 2 tents.
Tatiana K
VerifiedApril 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: WHEE
Fantastic place by the creek away from civilization. Great hikes in the area like Rose falls. No cell phone reception (a good thing in my case). And bring your own water.
Tatiana K
VerifiedApril 26, 2026 • Stayed at: 057, Loop: WHEE
Fantastic place by the creek away from civilization. Great hikes in the area like Rose falls. No cell phone reception (a good thing in my case). And bring your own water.
Heather M
VerifiedApril 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: WHEE
We've been coming to Wheeler Gorge since our now 19 and 16 year old's were toddlers(before 16 was born even!). We've seen it through many many ups and downs, many (and varied in friendliness)camp hosts and all states of upkeep. Through it all, we've always loved Wheeler Gorge. This trip was just my husband and I and the first back since the bridge changes. We were impressed with all the upkeep and improvements (yay re-painted bathrooms and parking spot repairs!). Very nice camp hosts as well. LOVE that the creek has been widened and what this means for the ecosystem of the surrounding area. We were in site 41 this trip and the sound of the full and flowing creek to lull us to sleep was just what we needed!
Heather M
VerifiedApril 21, 2026 • Stayed at: 041, Loop: WHEE
We've been coming to Wheeler Gorge since our now 19 and 16 year old's were toddlers(before 16 was born even!). We've seen it through many many ups and downs, many (and varied in friendliness)camp hosts and all states of upkeep. Through it all, we've always loved Wheeler Gorge. This trip was just my husband and I and the first back since the bridge changes. We were impressed with all the upkeep and improvements (yay re-painted bathrooms and parking spot repairs!). Very nice camp hosts as well. LOVE that the creek has been widened and what this means for the ecosystem of the surrounding area. We were in site 41 this trip and the sound of the full and flowing creek to lull us to sleep was just what we needed!
Tabitha M
VerifiedApril 16, 2026 • Stayed at: 049, Loop: WHEE
Great sites all around, different styles and space sizes to choose from, nice staff who are helpful too!
This campground is well maintained and offers a great experience for families, couples and those traveling alone.
We've been several times and will continue to visit in the future.
Location Wheeler Gorge
Address:
1190 E. Ojai Ave.
Ojai, CA, 93023
United States
From Ventura, take Highway 33 north about 14 miles. Turn left, continuing on Highway 33 for another 8 miles to the campground.
From Los Angeles, take I-5 north, then turn west onto Highway 126 for about 28 miles, to Santa Paula. Continue north on Highway 150 for 16 miles. Turn left onto Highway 33 and continue north approximately 8 miles to the campground.
Wheeler Gorge is accessible via Highway 33, which can be reached from Highway 126 or directly from Ventura. The campground is located about 14 miles north of Ventura and about 8 miles north of the intersection of Highway 150 and Highway 33.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.5119 / -119.274
Elevation: 551 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
10PM
- Contact the office via email or website for FAQs.
- Check-in must be completed before the gate closes.
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
Utilities
- No water is available; bring your own.
Safety & rules
- Be aware that poison oak may be present.
- It's recommended to use bug spray during warm days.
Site capacity
- Single campsite reservations accommodate 6 people and 1 vehicle.
- Single sites can accommodate up to 8 people and 2 vehicles with additional fees.
- Double sites accommodate 12 people and 2 vehicles with additional fees for extra guests and vehicles.
Local regulations
- Visit the link for more information about Los Padres National Forest.
Fires & fuel
- Buy firewood locally and burn it on-site to protect forests.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
