Wild peacocks roam freely at Ventura Ranch KOA, roosting in the trees and wandering through campsites without hesitation. Set in a canyon in the hills above Santa Paula, this 76-acre KOA sits along a creek that cuts through the property and draws campers down a short hike to wade in or let dogs splash around. The grounds feel removed from surrounding development, though the town of Santa Paula is only a short drive away for restaurants and resupply.
Noise is worth factoring into your expectations here. The campground runs organized activities for families, including a large bounce pad, zip lines, a pool, and a rock climbing wall brought out on holiday weekends. Reviewers consistently note that quiet hours are not reliably enforced, and the peacocks themselves add to the ambient sound, particularly in the early morning. "Not only lots of activities for kids but the views are spectacular of the mountains," notes Ben V., and the open sightlines toward the surrounding hills are a consistent draw. Families with children tend to get the most out of this campground.
Campsite quality varies. Some sites are described as small or uneven, which can make leveling an RV a challenge without automatic leveling systems. The campground accommodates RVs up to 66 feet, with a limited number of full hookup sites featuring sewer connections in addition to water and electric. A dump station is available at the front of the property. Glamping tents and teepees are available to rent, with the tents featuring a queen bed, heater, fan, mini fridge, and microwave. Cleanliness gets mixed marks across reviews, with some visitors finding bathrooms well-maintained and others reporting the opposite.
Campfires are permitted throughout the property, and firewood is sold on-site. The campground operates year-round, with the pool typically closed in cooler months. Reservations are available and recommended, particularly for summer and holiday weekends when the campground fills with families. Pets are allowed. Campers wanting a quieter, less activity-focused experience might consider Steckel Park or Big Cone Camp - Santa Paula Canyon as alternatives in the same general area.
Fee Info
Adults 18+, Kids 4-17, Free 0-3
RV Road Trip Guides
Map & DirectionsVentura Ranch KOA is located in California near Santa Paula
Directions
From jct Hwy 126 (10th Street exit) & Hwy 150: Go 4-1/2 mi N on Hwy 150, then 1/2 mi NE on Mupu Rd, then 1/2 mi S on Pine Grove.
Address
7400 Pine Grove Rd
Santa Paula, CA 93060
Coordinates
34.40600014 N
119.07917867 W
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/21/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 8/21/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/21/26
Connectivity
- T-Mobile5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 8/21/26
- VerizonLTEGood CoverageVerified by 12 usersLast on 8/21/26
- AT&T5GExcellent CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 8/21/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Group
- Cabins
- Tent Cabin
- Yurts
Features
For Campers
- Market
- ADA Access
- Trash
- Firewood Available
- Phone Service
- Reservable
- WiFi
- Drinking Water
- Electric Hookups
- Toilets
- Alcohol
- Pets
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
- Sewer Hookups
- Water Hookups
- Pull-Through Sites
- 50 Amp Hookups
- Big Rig Friendly
Contact
General Info
Reservations
Drive Time
- 24 min from Oxnard, CA
- 1 hr 5 min from Los Angeles, CA
- 1 hr 33 min from Bakersfield, CA
- 1 hr 45 min from Santa Maria, CA


































