Ventura County Parks Department

Ventura County Parks Department The Parks Dept is funded through revenues received from user fees and state and federal grants. The Department is not supported by local tax dollars.

User fees are retained by the Parks Enterprise Fund for maintenance and enhancement of rec facilities.

News Release on behalf of CaltransDate: August 6, 2026District: District 7 Contact: Marc BischoffEmail: marc.bischoff@do...
08/07/2026

News Release on behalf of Caltrans

Date: August 6, 2026
District: District 7
Contact: Marc Bischoff
Email: [email protected]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Extended Weekend Full Closure of State Route 33 Scheduled North of Ojai in Los Padres National Forest
SR-33 will be closed for 55 hours August 28 through August 31

VENTURA COUNTY — Caltrans announces a 55-hour extended weekend full closure of State Route 33 (SR-33) just north of the city of Ojai, in the Los Padres National Forest for tunnel rehabilitation.

All lanes of SR-33 will be closed in both directions between post mile 18.2 (Wheeler Gorge) and post mile 19.0, just south of Wheeler Gorge campground. The highway will close at 10 pm. on Friday, August 28 and reopen at 5 a.m. on Monday, August 31.

SR-33 will be closed to the public, including residents. Only active emergency service vehicles will be permitted. Caltrans urges residents and motorists to plan accordingly and use the suggested detour SR-126 to I-5 to SR-166 for both directions of traffic.

The work will include reinforcing existing steel panels and removing and patching delaminated concrete for the three tunnels at post miles 18.33, 18.81 and 18.85.

This project will preserve the structural integrity of the tunnels in a safe manner through preventative maintenance. Addressing the current conditions of the structures will avoid more costly rehabilitation or replacement. The total cost for this project is $5.14 million, and work is expected to be completed during the winter of 2026/2027.

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🌲 Love camping? Passionate about the outdoors? Turn your adventure into a rewarding volunteer experience! 🚐🏕️The Ventura...
08/04/2026

🌲 Love camping? Passionate about the outdoors? Turn your adventure into a rewarding volunteer experience! 🚐🏕️

The Ventura County Parks Department is looking for enthusiastic Park Hosts and Community Center Hosts to join our team!

As a Host, you'll enjoy:
✅ FREE camping in your RV or trailer
✅ Full electric, water, and sewer hookups
✅ The opportunity to stay at one of our 13 beautiful campgrounds or community centers
✅ A chance to make a positive impact while enjoying Ventura County's incredible parks

Hosts commit to a minimum 180-day stay at a designated site and volunteer at least 20 hours per week helping create a welcoming experience for park visitors.

If you've been dreaming of a lifestyle that combines the great outdoors with meaningful service, this is your chance!

📍Apply today and start your next adventure with Ventura County Parks!

For more information and to submit an application for a Host position, please visit https://parks.venturacounty.gov/administration/host-opportunities/

Join the Surfrider Foundation – Respect the Rincon Parkway for a beach clean-up event in the Rincon Parkway Day Use Sect...
07/28/2026

Join the Surfrider Foundation – Respect the Rincon Parkway for a beach clean-up event in the Rincon Parkway Day Use Section. Area of clean-up is between Emma Wood State Beach north entrance and Solimar Beach.

Next event will be held on August 8 from 8:30AM - 10:30AM

Register today: https://x.gldn.io/e/eqAg7Iwei4b

The Oak View Library is hosting a Free Family Game Day on Wednesday, July 22 from 1-4pm. Come early and enjoy free lunch...
07/20/2026

The Oak View Library is hosting a Free Family Game Day on Wednesday, July 22 from 1-4pm. Come early and enjoy free lunch from 1-2pm for ages 18 years and younger.

Oak View Library is located at the Oak View Park and Resource Center, 555 Mahoney Avenue.

For more information, please visit https://www.library.venturacounty.gov/

Today is the day! Ventura County Parks has launched a new reservation management system with increased functionality and...
07/13/2026

Today is the day! Ventura County Parks has launched a new reservation management system with increased functionality and ease of use. Reservations for camping, day use and community center rentals will be available to make reservations beginning December 1 at 12:00PM PST.

Please visit https://parks.venturacounty.gov/ for more information.

Sharing on behalf of the CaltransNews ReleaseDate: July 10, 2026District: District 7Contact: Marc Bischoff Email: marc.b...
07/10/2026

Sharing on behalf of the Caltrans

News Release
Date: July 10, 2026
District: District 7
Contact: Marc Bischoff
Email: [email protected]

Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled for US 101 at the State Beaches Ramp (Exit #72) in Ventura County

VENTURA - Caltrans announces overnight lane closures on US 101 at the State Beaches ramp (Exit #72) in Ventura County for electrical work.

On US-101 at the State Beaches off-ramp, lanes are scheduled to be closed at the following dates and times:
• Friday, 7/10: Northbound left lane closed from 7 p.m. to 11 a.m. Southbound left lane closed from 8 p.m. to 10 a.m.
• Saturday, 7/11: Northbound left two lanes closed from 11:59 p.m. to 8 a.m. Southbound left two lanes closed from 11:59 p.m. to 7 a.m.
• Monday, 7/13 and Tuesday, 7/14: Northbound left two lanes closed from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. Southbound left lane closes at 7 p.m. and left two lanes closed from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m.

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More project details here: Ventura Overhead Bridge Project Page

Caltrans reminds drivers to “Be Work Zone Alert” and to “Slow for the Cone Zone.” Real-time closures at Caltrans QuickMap. For more information about transportation and other infrastructure projects funded with state and federal investments, visit BuildingCA.ca.gov. Please drive through the construction zone with extreme caution and obey speed limits. Caltrans reminds motorists to be “Work Zone Alert” and “Slow for the Cone Zone.”

Ventura County Parks is excited to announce the launch of our new reservation management system for our guests to create...
07/10/2026

Ventura County Parks is excited to announce the launch of our new reservation management system for our guests to create their user profile ahead of the systemwide launch on Monday, July 13 at 12:00pm. Creating your user profile and saving your payment information will make your guest checkout experience faster and easier.

Visit https://parks.venturacounty.gov/ to access the link for our new reservation management system and create your account today.

In honor of July is Recreation & Parks Month, Ventura County Parks is excited to offer Waived Day Use Parking Gate fees ...
07/04/2026

In honor of July is Recreation & Parks Month, Ventura County Parks is excited to offer Waived Day Use Parking Gate fees at our Regional Park. Visit Soule Park, Steckel Park, Camp Comfort, Dennison Park, Oak Park or Tapo Canyon Park and park your vehicle at No Charge on 4th of July. Thank you for visiting Ventura County Parks.

Ventura County Parks is excited to update guests on the policy changes that are effective July 1, 2026, and to announce ...
07/03/2026

Ventura County Parks is excited to update guests on the policy changes that are effective July 1, 2026, and to announce the launch of our new Reservation Management System.

Guests will be able to begin to create user accounts for the new website on July 10 and reservation beginning December will be available beginning July 13.

For more information on the new reservation website and policy changes, please visit parks.venturacounty.gov for more information.

County Parks would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July weekend!As a reminder, Fireworks are prohibited at...
07/01/2026

County Parks would like to wish everyone a safe and Happy 4th of July weekend!

As a reminder, Fireworks are prohibited at all County operated parks. Violations are eligible for penalty, ejection from park location, fines and retention of all camping fees if ejected.

VCO 4600, Section 6307-4 (b): No person shall use, carry, fire or discharge any fireworks, rockets, torpedoes, or other fireworks, or explosives of any kind in a County Park.

VCO 4601, Section 61007-3 (b): No person shall use, carry, fire or discharge any fireworks, rockets, torpedoes, or other fireworks, or explosives of any kind on the Rincon Parkway.

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11201 Riverbank Drive, Suite A1
Ventura, CA
93004

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Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
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