About Wheeler Gorge
Number of accommodations: 63
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Open year round
This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (419)
What Guests Are Saying
Wheeler Gorge is highly praised for its beautiful location near LA, spacious and clean campsites, and friendly camp hosts. Families enjoy the creekside access, making it a great spot for kids to play and explore. While there's no running water and some concerns about noise from nearby campers, many visitors express their eagerness to return for another camping experience.
What Guests Are Saying
Wheeler Gorge is highly praised for its beautiful location near LA, spacious and clean campsites, and friendly camp hosts. Families enjoy the creekside access, making it a great spot for kids to play and explore. While there's no running water and some concerns about noise from nearby campers, many visitors express their eagerness to return for another camping experience.
Review Summary
Laura W
VerifiedAugust 19, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 004/005, Loop: WHEE
We camped at the 4/5 double site and it was great. Close to the stream, plenty of shade. Conveniently located close enough to the trash bin and bathrooms but far enough that you couldn't smell either. Only downside was that there was a lot of poison oak in the area, watch out. Bring a bathing suit and water shoes! Tons of tadpoles. Good hiking in the area. Dog friendly.
Laurel H
VerifiedAugust 19, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 047, Loop: WHEE
I really enjoyed the location. Easy hikes, quiet at night with the sounds of the water from the creek. We spent the afternoon with our folding chairs in the creek. Very relaxing. I would give this 5 stars except we had a terrible spot, right next to the toilets during an 100 degree weekend and the lack of showers. Thereβs a nice place to put your tent behind the parking and away from the toilet but you can smell it when the wind blows. Check out the map before choosing your spot. Will definitely go again
Suzanne G
VerifiedAugust 18, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 020, Loop: WHEE
Pretty great for car camping. Not secluded but the creek was a lot of fun. Nice hiking trails nearby.
Marcos T
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 014, Loop: WHEE
This campsite is beautiful! Tons to do with the familia if you enjoy water play and nature exploring. Be sure to research your campsite, not all sites are next to the river. Camp host are super nice! Make sure you bring enough water!!
Anahita Z
VerifiedAugust 11, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 011, Loop: WHEE
Lots of shade which was nice. There's no water on the campsite even for washing the dishes. The site was a bit dirty. (Toilet papers scattered here and there).
BARRY B
VerifiedAugust 10, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 041, Loop: WHEE
Was just an amazing site. One of the best on the property
Erin L
VerifiedAugust 8, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 035, Loop: WHEE
Beautiful, quiet, restrooms were very clean and tended to frequently, and staff was very friendly. This was our second year back and we canβt wait to go again next year!
Garek D
VerifiedAugust 6, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 017, Loop: WHEE
Itβs right off the highway, lots of car noise
Kwanwoo B
VerifiedAugust 5, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 042, Loop: WHEE
very very good ! Wonderful site! Shade good!
Sophia W
VerifiedAugust 5, 2020 β’ Stayed at: 055, Loop: WHEE
Great campsite! Very accessible from Ojai. Well maintained.
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.
Latitude & Longitude: 34.5119 / -119.274
Elevation: 551 feet
Policies & Rules
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In order to contact our offices, please use the email: customerservice@pmcparks.com or view our website: CampOne.Com for answers to frequently asked questions. |
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No water is not available at the campground. Please bring all the drinking and washing water you will need for the length of your stay. There is also no wifi or cell service. |
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Poison oak may be present in the area |
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Use of bug spray is encouraged on warm summer days |
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Gate is locked at 10 p.m.; campsite check-in must be completed prior to closure |
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All single campsite reservations are good for 6 people and 1 vehicle. |
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Maximum number of people per single site is 8 ($10.00 additional charge per person per night after 6 people). Maximum number of vehicles per single site is 2 ($10.00 additional charge for 2nd vehicle per night). |
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All Double campsite reservations are good for 12 people and 2 vehicles. Maximum number of people per double site is 16 ($10.00 additional charge person per night after 12 people). Maximum Number of vehicles per double site is 4 ($10.00 additional charge per vehicle per night after 2 vehicles). Extra Vehicle and person fees will be charged at the facility. |
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Click here for more information on the Los Padres National Forest |
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Don't Move Firewood: Protect California's forests from tree-killing pests by buying your firewood locally and burning it on-site. For more information visit firewood.ca.gov. |
