$35
Wheeler Gorge
Total sites: 66
Available Today: 56 FF*
Available this Weekend: 4 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
Available Today: 56 FF*
Available this Weekend: 4 FF*
Booking Window: 6 months
1,810 ft
82°F
63°F
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Los Padres National Forest › Ojai Ranger District › California
› Ventura County
› Ojai
› Wheeler Gorge Campground
Wheeler Gorge Campground, CA - Latest Reviews, Photos & Campground Map
Wheeler Gorge Campground is located in the Ojai Ranger District, Los Padres National Forest (40 min north of San Buenaventura, CA) with an elevation of 1,810 feet. There are a total of 66 campsites. The campground is open all year. Sites can accommodate RVs between 15 and 45 feet. All sites are currently reservable. Reservations can be booked up to 6 months in advance. Fees range from $35.00 to $70.00. Some amenities include swimming. Activities include biking, fishing, hiking trails.
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Campsite Reviews (441)
4.3 out of 5
| 5 star | 63% | |
| 4 star | 17% | |
| 3 star | 8% | |
| 2 star | 7% | |
| 1 star | 4% |
@RosyFA67FA0864 · Camped on Mar 13, 2026 at Campsite #8
Note that sites 1-27 get highway noise. Host was awesome, site 8 was small but nice. The grounds would be much nicer if it was a loop, but alas. Also note that the provided maps have errors - there is NO lower crossing!!! This caused a lot of confusion for us, so please note. Creek was gorgeous!
@CarolynH139628 · Camped on Mar 8, 2026 at Campsite #35
Love this campground.
@Jacquelin5BBD7 · Camped on Mar 6, 2026 at Campsite #69
Absolutely lovely campground. Creek was loud enough (early March) to block most of the highway noise, and noise from other sites. Pit toilets were very clean.
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@SpencerW625B8E · Camped on Mar 6, 2026 at Campsite #55
I normally avoid pit toilets however the bathrooms at the campground were very clean and well maintained
@JanisB8360890 · Camped on Feb 22, 2026 at Campsite #18
I arrived on Sunday night. I was the only camper in my area. Hosts were very nice and helpful. Bathrooms were clean and didn't smell bad (rare for a pit toilet). All in all a wonderful camping trip
@PatrickB523191 · Camped on Feb 13, 2026 at Campsite #9
Very isolated and big camp site that offered nearby creek hiking and clear stargazing at night.
@CareyR1379353 · Camped on Feb 13, 2026 at Campsite #58
We had spot 58. Right up above the river and close to a restroom. Beautiful location if you can handle vault toilets and no running water. Check-in could not be easier. Visitor center and Rose valley falls were great with our kids.
@DesiraeM414D66 · Camped on Feb 13, 2026 at Campsite #3
Wasnt expecting number 3 to be next to a big light that stay on all night or next to a Main Street. But over all it was beautiful and a wonderful get away! Definitely will be coming back!!
@DakotaEA98D6B9 · Camped on Feb 13, 2026 at Campsite #45
Gorgeous campsites, beautiful hike, and a lovely creek to climb around in if you're sure-footed enough.Be sure to bring a lot of water because there is no water on the campgrounds other than the creek so plan to be stinky or freeze in the creek for a rinse. If you're used to taking a cold plunge the creek was very nice. Despite the lack of water the bathrooms are very clean and don't smell much unless you are directly smelling the toilet. There is no cell service which was nice to fully disconnect and spend some time off grid. We were able to connect to a satellite for texting so there is some potential for contact in an emergency.Fire pit and charcoal style grill were nice and having both was a plus.We can't wait to camp here again!
@HectorRB817812 · Camped on Feb 9, 2026 at Campsite #35
Clean campsite and bathrooms. The water was beautiful and could hang out there all day. The trees and mountains provided enough shade. Make sure to walk around and explore, the whole area is beautiful. Definitely coming back
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@monicau1B70373 · Camped on Feb 6, 2026 at Campsite #19
I love it here so much. Definitely one of my favorite campgrounds.
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@DonB9851872 · Camped on Feb 6, 2026 at Campsite #25
The experience at Wheeler Gorge campground was wonderful!! The sites are private enough, but the sound of Matilaja stream was terrific!! we slept like babies. The campground hosts were great, helpful and informative.
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@NicholasS29081 · Camped on Jan 16, 2026 at Campsite #68
No water, no trash receptacles are both problems.
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@KylieJ4778538 · Camped on Jul 27, 2025 at Campsite #28
My favorite spot to camp in Ojai. The sites are great, many of them big and/or private and many spots along the river. I cant wait to go back.
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@ZavenG29869576 · Camped on Jul 25, 2025 at Campsite #50
Great campground, privates sites with a nice creek.
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@KylieJ4778538 · Camped on Jul 20, 2025 at Campsite #53
Love this campground.
@PamelaC5145049 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #51
We had an amazing time at Wheeler Gorge!
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@RuthS9870466 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #54
nos encanta este lugar para acampar tranquilo y limpio
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@JoyceC6941059 · Camped on Jul 18, 2025 at Campsite #48
We stayed at 48, Great stay, quiet and with privacy.
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@MeredithT71323 · Camped on Jul 17, 2025 at Campsite #55
We loved Matilija Creek and the Stellar's jays.
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@ShannonL3007E2 · Camped on Jul 17, 2025 at Campsite #12
Great campsite - plenty of shade and access to the river. The camp hosts were friendly and helpful. We enjoyed the visitor center and the nature trail as well. Highly recommend, just watch out for poison oak this time of year!
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@KylieJ4778538 · Camped on Jul 16, 2025 at Campsite #18
I love these campgrounds. Most sites are covered in trees for lots of shade. Many are along the creek/river where you can get wet and enjoy after a cool little hike just off the upper corner of the campgrounds. Everyone is always super nice also. This is my favorite place in Ojai to camp.
@MatthewK865533 · Camped on Jul 15, 2025 at Campsite #46
Excellent campground. Relaxing and great spots.
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@KeithM6446150 · Camped on Jun 30, 2025 at Campsite #44
Rustic camping:Bathrooms were clean and well stocked. Our site had nice flat pad for our RV. There is no potable water available. Access to the stream with shallow pools by hiking down banks.
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