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
Ann M
VerifiedOctober 10, 2022 • Stayed at: 013, Loop: WHEE
We always enjoy Wheeler Gorge. October weather happened to be perfect, and while the stream was low this year, there was still a stream. The place cleared out on Sunday and we felt like we had it all to ourselves.
Ai K
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: WHEE
Wheeler Gorge was a perfect place for a weekend getaway. Feels like you are remote but very close to town if you want to grab any necessities. The pit toilets were very clean. There are various sites for both large and small groups. The camp hosts were so friendly and accommodating. Can't wait to stay here again.
Ai K
VerifiedOctober 9, 2022 • Stayed at: 056, Loop: WHEE
Wheeler Gorge was a perfect place for a weekend getaway. Feels like you are remote but very close to town if you want to grab any necessities. The pit toilets were very clean. There are various sites for both large and small groups. The camp hosts were so friendly and accommodating. Can't wait to stay here again.
Brian E
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: WHEE
My wife and I took a weekend to explore wheeler gorge and stayed for 3 nights. Having camped at various locations around the country I must say this is one of the best. The camp site and grounds were very well maintained and clean. The facilities were well upkept, stocked, clean, and working. Despite being a busy weekend for the camp grounds with many people and kids running around, Becky, Bob, and Emily (camp hosts) ran a tight show and enforced the site rules to the letter. No shenanigans afoot on her watch! This made the camping experience even better for everyone. There was great hiking and hot springs near by to enjoy or relax. Ojai city is close enough for any supplies forgotten or needed. This camp ground is perfectly placed and just far enough to escape the busy life. There was no cell service (I have AT&T, wife has T-Mobile), no wifi, power, or running water, nada, just nature and stars. Perfect REAL camping! The sites had a great variety of shaded and sunny, pick your flavor. Regardless, having a nice campfire at the end of the day was the best (wood for sale on site which was really really convenient). I highly recommend this camp site for all, I know I'll certainly be back. Cheers!
Brian E
VerifiedOctober 5, 2022 • Stayed at: 067, Loop: WHEE
My wife and I took a weekend to explore wheeler gorge and stayed for 3 nights. Having camped at various locations around the country I must say this is one of the best. The camp site and grounds were very well maintained and clean. The facilities were well upkept, stocked, clean, and working. Despite being a busy weekend for the camp grounds with many people and kids running around, Becky, Bob, and Emily (camp hosts) ran a tight show and enforced the site rules to the letter. No shenanigans afoot on her watch! This made the camping experience even better for everyone. There was great hiking and hot springs near by to enjoy or relax. Ojai city is close enough for any supplies forgotten or needed. This camp ground is perfectly placed and just far enough to escape the busy life. There was no cell service (I have AT&T, wife has T-Mobile), no wifi, power, or running water, nada, just nature and stars. Perfect REAL camping! The sites had a great variety of shaded and sunny, pick your flavor. Regardless, having a nice campfire at the end of the day was the best (wood for sale on site which was really really convenient). I highly recommend this camp site for all, I know I'll certainly be back. Cheers!
Taryn B
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: WHEE
Well kept sites and clean facilities.
Taryn B
VerifiedSeptember 28, 2022 • Stayed at: 046, Loop: WHEE
Well kept sites and clean facilities.
Corleone H
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: WHEE
No water in the rivers. But hey at least we didnt get anything stolen and there were no bug bites. Very calm. Wish it wasn't a drought.
Corleone H
VerifiedSeptember 16, 2022 • Stayed at: 007, Loop: WHEE
No water in the rivers. But hey at least we didnt get anything stolen and there were no bug bites. Very calm. Wish it wasn't a drought.
Vanessa B
VerifiedSeptember 12, 2022 • Stayed at: 058, Loop: WHEE
Such a great place. Hosts were great! Bugs, as expected (camped early September during a heatwave, humid). Pit-type toilets, absolutely no water so bring enough water. Nearest town is about 15 min drive. Most spots had lots of trees providing shade. No cell service.
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 4, 2026
