Holiday Group Campground

Los Padres National Forest — riverside, hiking

Location: OJAI, CA, CA

Price: From $150 per night

Rating: 4 out of 5 (8 reviews)

Season: May through October

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.The campground offers one large group site for tent camping and can accommodate up to 50 people.

Cell coverage (FCC estimate): none signal. Actual signal may vary in remote areas.

Amenities: Fire Rings, Picnic Tables, Vault Toilets, Drinking Water

Availability alerts: Set a free cancellation alert at camperwatch.org/campground/holiday-group-campground to be notified when sites open up.

Holiday Group Campground offers excellent shade and natural coverage in a relaxing setting with access to hiking, biking, and the Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail. Campers consistently rate it highly at 4.6/5 stars for its peaceful atmosphere and cleanliness.

Wildlife alert: Black flies are a significant issue—campers report they cause horribly itchy bites. Wildlife in the area includes coyotes, bobcats, ringtails, multiple hawk and owl species, California king snakes, and Blainville's horned lizards.

Insider tips for Holiday Group Campground: Book early—this is a federal campground with high demand Bring heavy-duty insect spray and apply before exiting your vehicle to combat black flies No hookups available; ensure your RV is self-contained

Skip Holiday Group Campground if: You need RV hookups—this campground has none. You're visiting outside May through October—seasonal closures apply. You're sensitive to insects—black fly infestations are a known issue.

Best time to visit Holiday Group Campground: May-October — Campground operates seasonally during these months only.

Nearby campgrounds: Wheeler Gorge (OJAI, CA), Rose Valley Campground (Ojai, CA), Middle Lion Campground (Ojai, CA), Reyes Peak Campground (Maricopa, CA).

Cell Phone Coverage at Holiday Group Campground

Cell signal at Holiday Group Campground (OJAI, CA): none overall signal based on FCC broadband data.

Coverage data source: FCC Broadband Data Collection (BDC). Actual signal may vary due to terrain, tree cover, and distance from towers. Camper reports are more reliable than coverage maps in remote areas.

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OJAI, CA, CA★ 4 (8 reviews)From $150/nightFederal campground · book on Recreation.gov
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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.The campground offers one large group site for tent camping and can accommodate up to 50 people.

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Verified facts

RIDB / Recreation.gov official database
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
SeasonMay through October
Stay limit14 days
Max RV20 ft
HookupsNo hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
Max/site6 people

Amenities

RIDB /facilities /campsites · owner-verified
Essentials
Fire RingsDrinking Water
Recreation
Picnic Tables
Family & Pets
Vault Toilets

Straight talk

CamperWatch intel · curated from camper reports

Known issues, each with the workaround. Read before you book.

Known issuesFederal campground — book early. No hookups at most sites. Seasonal operations.
Skip it if:✕ You need RV hookups—this campground has none✕ You're visiting outside May through October—seasonal closures apply✕ You're sensitive to insects—black fly infestations are a known issue

Insider tips & when to go

CamperWatch intel · hand-curated entry

Book early

this is a federal campground with high demand

Bring heavy-duty insect spray and apply before exiting your vehicle to combat black flies

No hookups available; ensure your RV is self-contained

Best: May-October

Campground operates seasonally during these months only

Things to do nearby

RIDB /activities /recareas + intel

Conditions today

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Cell signal

FCC BDC · quarterly dataset
T-Mobile
4G · 0%
Verizon
4G · 0%
AT&T
4G · 0%

FCC maps are theoretical — camper reports confirm signal.

Wildlife nearby

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Alert: Black flies are a significant issue—campers report they cause horribly itchy bites. Wildlife in the area includes coyotes, bobcats, ringtails, multiple hawk and owl species, California king snakes, and Blainville's horned lizards.

Location

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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. Turn left onto Highway 33 and continue north for approximately 9 miles.

Campground entrance

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Community

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Pro tips

  • Book on recreation.gov exactly 6 months ahead at 10am ET — Los Padres National Forest fills fast in peak season.
  • Check current road conditions at Los Padres National Forest before arrival — seasonal closures common.

Frequently asked questions

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How much does Holiday Group Campground cost per night?+
Holiday Group Campground costs $150 per night. Hookup options: No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What season is Holiday Group Campground open?+
Holiday Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
Does Holiday Group Campground have hookups?+
No hookups. Suitable for self-contained RVs.
What is the maximum RV length at Holiday Group Campground?+
Holiday Group Campground can accommodate RVs up to 20 feet.
How do I make reservations at Holiday Group Campground?+
Holiday Group Campground is a federal campground — book 6 months ahead at Recreation.gov. Set a free CamperWatch cancellation alert to be notified the moment a site opens.
What is the cell service like at Holiday Group Campground?+
According to FCC coverage maps, cell signal at Holiday Group Campground is rated none. FCC maps show theoretical coverage — actual signal in remote or heavily forested areas may be weaker.
What season is Holiday Group Campground open, and what are check-in times?+
Holiday Group Campground is open May through October. Check-in is 2:00 PM, check-out is 12:00 PM.
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National Weather Service — Live hourly forecast + active alerts
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Google Air Quality API — Live AQI at exact campground coordinates
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iNaturalist — Research-grade wildlife within 8km
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Google Pollen API — Today’s tree, grass & weed pollen forecast
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FCC Broadband Map — Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile 4G/5G coverage data
broadbandmap.fcc.gov · quarterly
Sunrise-Sunset.org — Sunrise, sunset & golden hour for today
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Google Street View — Campground entrance & access road imagery
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RIDB — ADA sites, hookups, toilets, pets, campfire rules, bear boxes, max RV, activities, contact, directions
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$150 /night★ 4 (8)
SeasonMay through October
Check-in2:00 PM
Check-out12:00 PM
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