Holiday Group Campground
Holiday Group Campground is a relaxing location to enjoy nature all year long; a quick escape from the bustle of the city. It provides access to a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking and horseback riding. Surrounding trails are also fun for off-road vehicle enthusiasts.
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Site mix
| Group sites | 1 |
Site guide
Will my RV fit
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter.
1 site. Tap a filter to narrow the list; the map follows.
| Site | Entry | Fits, ft | Surface | People / vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A001 | Back-in | 20 | Gravel | 50 / 10 |
Per-site records as published by the managing agency on Recreation.gov. Blank cells mean the agency listed nothing for that site. Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Amenities & rules
| Hookups | None |
| Max vehicle length | 20 ft |
| Equipment | RVs & trailers, Tents |
| Fees | Group sites accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles. Fees for additional people and vehicles are $10.00 per person or vehicle, per day. Extra Vehicle and person fees will be charged at the facility. |
The campground offers one large group site for tent camping and can accommodate up to 50 people. An adjacent parking area provides space for 10 vehicles. Campfires are allowed at the campground and visitors are asked to take precaution when using propane or gas stoves and the available on-site grills.
Individual sites vary. Confirm on Recreation.gov or with the managing office.
Season & status
| Status | Open |
| Season | January to December |
| Forest | Los Padres National Forest |
| Fees | $150 per night. Extra vehicle fee of $10 per vehicle per night to be paid at the campground. |
| Rules | For current fire restrictions please visit www.fs.usda.gov/lpnf |
Weather by month
Getting there
From Ventura, travel north on Highway 33 for about 14 miles to Ojai. Turn left, continuing on Highway 33 and travel north about 9 miles to the campground. From Los Angeles, take I-5 north and turn west onto Highway 126 for 28 miles to St. Paula. Turn onto Highway 150 and travel north for about 16 miles.
| Nearest town | Ojai, California |
| Coordinates | 34.5172° N, 119.2769° W · Directions ↗ |
Good to know
- Fishing is rough in the area and may produce a catch of trout, but the stream is not stocked.
- Kayaking or canoeing in the creek is not recommended.
- Vault toilets are provided, but drinking water is not available at the campground.
- The Pacific Ocean is not far from there.
Fire nearby
- WildfireBryson
39 mi from the campground · 200 acres · 0% contained
Distance is to the reported incident point, not the fire edge. Call the managing office before you drive.
Supplies & services
| Outdoor gear | Ojai Valley Surplus ↗ | 5.3 mi |
| Dump station | Lake Casitas Recreation Area ↗ | 7.8 mi |
| RV sales & service | Harder RV Storage ↗ | 28.3 mi |
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Explore
Worth a stop
Ojai is the nearest town, about 15 miles from the campground. The larger city of Ventura is about 20 miles south of the campground.
- 5.5 mi
- 13.2 miFishbowls Trailhead - 21W05 ↗Trailhead
Trails nearby
- 0.3 miWheeler Gorge Nature0.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 0.4 miOrtega OHV ↗8.7 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike, motorcycle and 1 more
- 1.9 miPratt ↗4.5 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.6 miGridley ↗5.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.8 miCozy Dell1.9 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
- 2.9 miHoward Creek2.8 mi trail · hiking, horse, bike
Trailheads within three miles
- 2.9 miHoward Creek - 22W26 ↗Los Padres National Forest
Trail and trailhead records are the Forest Service's. Distances are straight-line to the nearer trail end. Trail conditions are not tracked here.
Public land it sits in
Matilija Wilderness begins about 3.9 miles away, and it is the closest of these.
- 3.9 miMatilija Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 29,207 acres
- 4.9 miSespe Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 219,209 acres
- 13.3 miDick Smith Wilderness ↗Wilderness · Forest Service · 71,275 acres
Each unit is published as a centre point and an acreage rather than a boundary, so this section stands it in for a circle of the same area. Whether a campground is inside, and how far it is from one it is outside, are both approximate.
Other campgrounds nearby
On the National Register nearby
- Charles M. Pratt HouseBuilding · Ojai · 4 mi
- Isis TheaterBuilding · Ojai · 5.1 mi
- St. Thomas Aquinas ChapelBuilding · Ojai · 5.1 mi
Natural features
The campground is situated at the bottom of Live Oak Canyon at an elevation of 2,120 feet. It is heavily shaded and the Matilija Creek runs nearby.
Recreation
The Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail begins not far from the campground. It is a relatively short, loop trail that leads through thick vegetation along the river banks and to a scenic hillside view of the area. Wildflowers are often located along the path. The 10-mile Ortega Trail, for off-road vehicle use, is popular among experienced riders. Rocky, steep terrain takes the trail to the ridgetop. The creek flows near some of the campsites and a small swimming hole is available nearby.
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Reference
Questions people ask
Do I need a reservation at Holiday Group Campground?
Sites at Holiday Group Campground are reservable on Recreation.gov. Any walk-up sites are listed on the booking page.
Source: Recreation.gov
How much does it cost to camp at Holiday Group Campground?
Group sites accommodate up to 50 people and 10 vehicles. Fees for additional people and vehicles are $10.00 per person or vehicle, per day. Extra Vehicle and person fees will be charged at the facility.
Source: Recreation.gov
What time is check-in at Holiday Group Campground?
Check-in 3:00 PM, checkout 12:00 PM.
Source: Recreation.gov
Is Holiday Group Campground open right now?
Open as of Oct 16, 2026. Season January to December.
Source: Forest Service status
How many sites does Holiday Group Campground have?
1 site, including 1 group site.
Source: Recreation.gov
Will my RV fit at Holiday Group Campground?
The longest site here provides 20 feet of vehicle capacity. Most sites are shorter. The sidebar tool checks a trailer or motorhome length against every site.
Source: Will my RV fit
What is there to do at Holiday Group Campground?
The Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail begins not far from the campground. The Recreation section on this page has the rest.
Source: Recreation
What is the nearest town to Holiday Group Campground?
Ojai, California. Ojai is the nearest town, about 15 miles from the campground.
Source: Getting there
What if Holiday Group Campground is full?
The nearest public campgrounds are Wheeler Gorge (0.4 mi, partly first-come), Rose Valley Campground (5.5 mi), and Middle Lion Campground (6.7 mi, partly first-come).
Source: Campgrounds nearby