About Wheeler Gorge
Number of accommodations: 63
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2026 Season availability
Open year round
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
Shu E
VerifiedJanuary 18, 2022 ā¢ Stayed at: 018, Loop: WHEE
Very nice camping ground
Brian T
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2022 ā¢ Stayed at: 047, Loop: WHEE
Nice spot! Cool shady sites, close to the creek, nice and uncrowdedā¦ lots of Poison Oaks howeverā¦
Brian T
VerifiedJanuary 15, 2022 ā¢ Stayed at: 047, Loop: WHEE
Nice spot! Cool shady sites, close to the creek, nice and uncrowdedā¦ lots of Poison Oaks howeverā¦
Brook W
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2022 ā¢ Stayed at: 002, Loop: WHEE
Wheeler Gorge is overall lacking. Lacking amenities like clean restrooms, running water, accurate signage. 1. Our stay was 30 DEC 2021 to 02 JAN 2022, not a busy time of year, yet the rest rooms were in shambles.
2. This campground does not have running water. Yes, this is noted in multiple places and we were prepared. However, this is totally unacceptable for a $25/night campground.
3. None of the campsites had updated occupancy signage. Some still showed reserved signs from the middle of November. It appears the camp host never leaves the trailer up update signs or to deliver hangtags to new campers.
Very poorly managed. I would rather backcountry camp than pay $25 for nothing.
Brook W
VerifiedJanuary 10, 2022 ā¢ Stayed at: 002, Loop: WHEE
Wheeler Gorge is overall lacking. Lacking amenities like clean restrooms, running water, accurate signage. 1. Our stay was 30 DEC 2021 to 02 JAN 2022, not a busy time of year, yet the rest rooms were in shambles.
2. This campground does not have running water. Yes, this is noted in multiple places and we were prepared. However, this is totally unacceptable for a $25/night campground.
3. None of the campsites had updated occupancy signage. Some still showed reserved signs from the middle of November. It appears the camp host never leaves the trailer up update signs or to deliver hangtags to new campers.
Very poorly managed. I would rather backcountry camp than pay $25 for nothing.
Victoria L
VerifiedDecember 30, 2021 ā¢ Stayed at: 046, Loop: WHEE
The pit toilets, grounds were very clean. Camp Host paid attention to who entered/left area. I felt safe
Victoria L
VerifiedDecember 30, 2021 ā¢ Stayed at: 046, Loop: WHEE
The pit toilets, grounds were very clean. Camp Host paid attention to who entered/left area. I felt safe
henry d
VerifiedDecember 19, 2021 ā¢ Stayed at: 013, Loop: WHEE
The camp host was incredibly friendly and even though there was a fire ban we had a blast for my birthday camping trip. We went online and got registered for using propane stoves and used hot water bottles to stay warm at night. Campgrounds were kept very clean, it was exactly what the doctor ordered.
henry d
VerifiedDecember 19, 2021 ā¢ Stayed at: 013, Loop: WHEE
The camp host was incredibly friendly and even though there was a fire ban we had a blast for my birthday camping trip. We went online and got registered for using propane stoves and used hot water bottles to stay warm at night. Campgrounds were kept very clean, it was exactly what the doctor ordered.
Tanner W
VerifiedDecember 13, 2021 ā¢ Stayed at: 061, Loop: WHEE
Nice campground. The spot was pull through and paved. We were able to get our 30ā trailer plus truck in without blocking the road. We spoke to one staff member. I forget his name, but he was friendly and helpful. The small creek running through the campground was nice. Iād come back again.
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
