Kenney Grove Park stands as the closest established campground to Fillmore, California, located among orange groves and roses at the edge of town. The park offers tent sites, RV spaces with hook-ups, and upscale glamping options all within a 76-acre property. Temperatures vary significantly between seasons, with summer days often reaching above 90°F while winter nights can drop into the upper 40s.
What to do
Explore local waterways: San Miguel campground at Carpinteria State Beach offers easy beach access with nearby tide pools. One visitor noted, "You can walk into town and eat at the amazing restaurants quaint Carpenteria has to offer. Or you can listen to the waves roll in from your campground as you cook something up over the camp fire."
Hiking trails: Malibu Creek State Park features numerous trail options including former movie sets. "The primary trails were open fire roads with off-shoots to lakes, pools, meadows, and more. It was easy to imagine you weren't anywhere close to the city," one camper explains, adding that wildlife sightings include "plenty of birdwatching, and coyotes wandering through the park and campground without fear."
Wildlife viewing: The creek at Kenney Grove Park provides habitat for frogs and small creatures. As one visitor shared, "It gets hot, and it's full of insects, but very beautiful place surrounded by farms and fresh produce."
What campers like
Creek exploration: Ventura Ranch KOA offers natural features beyond typical amenities. A camper described, "Warning, currently no dishwashing station and no dumping of grey water except at the dump station at the front of the camp. But otherwise it was amazing." Another visitor mentioned, "Make sure you hike down to the creek!"
Peaceful natural settings: Glamping near Fillmore gives access to quieter natural spaces. One review of Kenney Grove noted it's "one of those rare places where the light pollution is truly minimal and you can really see the stars at night. A great place to see meteor showers or simply just get away from the bustle of stuff for a while."
Clean facilities: Luxury camping facilities at Camp Comfort Park maintain high standards. A visitor explained, "Each site is meticulously cleaned after each guest leaves making it ready and fresh for new people coming in. Honestly the best camping site I have ever stayed at."
What you should know
Wildlife encounters: Peacocks roam freely at Ventura Ranch KOA. According to a camper, "Many peacock's roam around the premises and they can be very intrusive!"
Train noise: Some campgrounds experience rail traffic. At Oak Park, a visitor mentioned, "This site provides a pretty nice location close to home. The train however is also close and very loud!"
Site configurations: Not all sites are created equal in size or layout. At Kenney Grove Park, one camper noted, "The spaces are different, some shade some not. I wouldn't suggest for really large campers. But for a van, we had power, water, bathrooms and off season prices."
Seasonal considerations: Lake Casitas experiences low water levels during dry periods. A review states, "You can see the watermark and the former robust levels amid the weeds and grasses. The winds kick up here fast so nail everything down and be ready for dust and a quiet scene."
Tips for camping with families
Kid-friendly activities: Glamping sites near Fillmore offer structured activities for children. At Ventura Ranch KOA, "They have a rock climbing wall, that is brought out on holiday weekends. Lots of fun activities for kids, like crafts, making your own rocket to launch, etc."
Beach access planning: At Canyon Campground (Leo Carrillo State Park), families should prepare for the walk to the shore. A visitor advised, "The best part about this campground is definitely the beach access- it's about a 10-minute walk from most sites, and you can explore some amazing tide pools and caves once you get there. Bring a wagon if you're hauling beach gear though, as the walk can feel long with all your stuff."
Playground amenities: Camp Comfort Park offers additional recreation space. A camper mentioned, "Great park alongside with really nice seating and playground for kids."
Food storage: Wildlife requires proper storage practices. At Leo Carrillo, a visitor warned, "Also spotted a few rats at night, so definitely store your food properly."
Tips from RVers
Hookup considerations: Check site configurations carefully when booking luxury glamping or RV sites. At Camp Comfort, a visitor explained, "We stayed in site #13, which is a weird 'pull in' site, which in all the traveling we've done, we've never stayed in one before. So you pull in forward (not back in), because all your hookups are to the left of the site, on the driver's side."
Level sites: Some campgrounds have challenging terrain for larger units. At Ventura Ranch KOA, a camper noted, "Our lot was secluded, private and close to the entrance/exit. The only thing was the unlevel ground we were on. Our RV was a simple 30' rental without any leveling."
Dump station access: Not all glamping near Fillmore has on-site dump stations. At Kenney Grove Park, "Some have full hookups.... most dont. an no dump station in the park."
