Beautiful views and worth the 7.25 mile round trip hike. It was about 2.45 h in and 2.5 h out…read more Plenty of arrows to help lead the way. If you can weather the whole hike up to the punch bowls, you won't regret it! Lots of maneuvering rocks and it can get sketchy at some times. But there are plenty of families and furry friends that take this hike so that should give you an idea about difficulty. Bring plenty of water and sunscreen and you will be fine. You might step in some water crossing a pond or two so bringing an extra pair of socks wouldn't be a bad idea either. Have fun and don't leave your trash behind!

DO NOT LET YOUR DOGS GET IN THE WATER AT THE START OF THE TRAIL!!!!! I'm not sure how it is further…read moreup, but we got in the water as soon as we could, and our three dogs immediately covered themselves in thick tarry oil. We had to rush to the nearest park bathroom and scrubbed them as much as we could, but it ruined a bunch of clothes and towels, and I'm worried for their health after watching them drink some of the water and try to lick themselves clean. There needs to be some sort of warning sign about the oil in the water.

Camp host ruin the experience. So rude!!…read more From the moment we arrived the staff was incredibly disrespectful. She seemed so eager to get us off the site even though we had a reservation. Two people visited us in the beginning and were very abrasive. The website to reserve a spot doesn't specify that if you rent a campground that you can spend the night only if your camping but if you are there to hang out for the day you must be gone by 10. Tell me how that makes sense. I'm paying the same price as those who are sleeping overnight but not allowed to stay past 10?? We followed the rules but I thought it was unfair so be aware of that NEW rule. Lastly we started cleaning up and heading out at 10. By 10:10 PM another park staff member came and very rudely expressed that only one person needs to stay to put the remaining flame/fire out, she said we needed to be gone already. I was so upset mainly because me and my group felt like we couldn't enjoy our time there. This is not how anyone who pays for a reservation (gives business) should feel. I've been coming here for years and never had these issues. So incredibly rude ,so disappointing, and disrespectful. Will not be coming back and telling all of my friends to stop coming here. Please be aware that if you visit here it's guaranteed that you will be met with the same attitude as we were as I saw them visiting

I'm rating and reviewing the section of the campground that I camped at. I did not get to check…read moreout the entire day visit area or the rest of the campsites. My campsite was #14. I was with a group so all of us were able to have this cul-de-sac area to ourselves. Just a few available sites, but they were not occupied while we were there. As you pull into the campground you will find a kiosk to pay for the day visit. There is no check-in area for campers. You just go to your site and rangers or camp host will make their rounds and check at that time if you have reservations. I had to call because I had no clue what to do or where to go. As it turns out there is a sign for campers as you turn the corner to enter the property, that campers turn right. I was looking straight as I pulled in so I completely missed that. As you enter the park visitors will go left and campers will go off to the right. Most of us arrived on Thursday so the campground was pretty quiet (month of Jan). I was towing a teardrop trailer, I've gotten much better at backing in so it was not a problem. Some of the sites near me made it easy for some to just pull-thru. Not far from me were the restrooms/showers and also the camp host. The dumpster was nearby as well. I thought that was great, then I thought it might draw critters to the area. During my stay it wasn't an issue. But, we did see a good size raccoon walk through our part of the campground and one of our campers found footprints on the table. So watch what you leave out overnight. You could hear the stream that just below us. We didn't find the time to make it down to the stream, but I did find time to sit on a log with the view of the stream and have my breakfast. Bathrooms were ok. Trash cans were full, sinks were a little unkept. I found this to be surprising because all our campers had their own bathrooms in their trailers. And I mentioned the campground was pretty empty. Showers are coin operated. I did not use the shower. Camp host (wife) was pleasant, her husband not so much. The wife approached our group one night and said they could deliver firewood to our site for $20. So the next evening I went to the camp host site and rang the Ring doorbell. No answer on the first ring so I tried one more time before I walk away. A guy came out and I mentioned that we wanted to buy some wood and if it could be delivered to our site as mentioned the other night. The wife came on the Ring call (she was at work) and said yes I could have some wood delivered later in the evening. Husband turned around and mumbled I'm going back in to finish my nap. So there's that. We got our wood and that's all I have to say. There is a bird sanctuary that I did not get to check out but saw it each time we left the campground for an outing. Hearing the birds chirp, especially in the morning, was cheerful and pleasant. I would like to return to this campground again. There is so much to see in the town nearby.

I love this park! I…read moreteach World History and I love the plaques that gave factual information about the wars. I love the map. We all need more Geography in our lives. Thank You veterans for all you have done for our country. God Bless You All! There is playground apparatus for small children. There are public bathrooms. I wish my son had been with me because the skate park looked awesome (to a non-skateboarding Mom). It was busy at dusk. that's a good sign, right?? The bus stop is on E. Ventura St. As I walked by, the young teenage couple making out didn't seem to notice anyone but themselves. My sister-in-law just moved to Santa Paula. She lives very close to the park. Lucky her!

This park sits opposite Santa Paula's city hall and shares a parking lot with the post office…read more It has a large memorial to Santa Paula's native sons and daughters who have fallen in the nation's wars ( thus its name!). A few benches and a blockhouse public toilet are about its only ammenities. There is a nice expanse of grads with shade trees. Good place to let the kids run around...or have carnivals, which it does several times a year.

The playground seems age appropriate for my 3-year-old however there were some major things I…read morecouldn't overlook and because of them Ill be very hesitant to come back. 1) The public bathrooms were gross, and I don't mean the normal filth that you'd expect to find in a park bathroom. This bathroom had blood on the walls and floor and toilet, the sink was clogged purposely god knows why? Felt very unsafe in every way possible. 2) There was a lot of careless parents not watching their kids, smoking and cussing. Not what I want my child around.

Quite a breath taking experience. The punch bowls alone made the entire rucking experience worth…read moreit. The black diamonds and other markers definitely made it easy to navigate without the "AllTrails" app. Bring multiple pairs of socks... please. You WILL cross rivers/streams

My friend and I hike, pretty much, every Sunday to chase waterfalls, enjoy scenic views, and enjoy…read morebeing outside in nature taking in fresh air. This hike might be one of my favorites, despite its challenges. It was pretty tough for me, requiring several stops due to the steep inclines and the 8-mile distance (2nd longest hike I've done - 10 miles the longest). However, once you overcome the muscle soreness, hamstrings locking up and blisters, the beauty is breathtaking! It's not really kid/toddler friendly with a lot of climbing rocks and crossing creeks, the further you go, but there are plenty of sections in the beginning you can bring your kids to play in the water and have a little picnic. If you do decide to go the distance, be sure to follow the black diamonds and blue marks on the rocks to find the stunning pool and waterfall. OOOOO 5 out of 5 Afros

Phenomenal earth day visit to the gardens. It's a peaceful way to experience the naturalness of…read moreOjai. We met so many pleasant workers, visitors, and resident artists along the way.

Taft Garden and Nature Preserve is one of the most beautiful places I've visited in my long life…read more The peace and beauty is enhanced by the limited number of daily visitors. It is possible move about the multiple trails at your own pace self guided, or join tours (when offered) to learn about the Plants, Birds, Geology, and Art. The garden is tucked away, and for me getting there and back to Ojai proper was a big part of the magic of the visit. Thank you to all who created and maintain Taft Garden and Nature Preserve.

My husband surprised me for my 48th bday! So much fun. We had never used ATVs before but our guide…read moreKevin made us feel so comfortable so quickly! We were rollin'!!! Man it was great! I loved the steep inclines and then trusting you won't fall back lol. Kevin took amazing pics of us and we got them really fast. Ask for Kevin! Thanks for a wonderful adventure! We will be back!

Booked an ATV adventure for my boyfriends birthday. We originally booked Santa Monica but due last…read moremon to construction in the area , we then got relocated to the Angeles Forest area . Then the brush fire happened and got relocated to Hungry Valley. Understandable . Both times that they relocated us , Kelly was very accommodating and communicative through text. She made sure that we keep the same day , same time slot no matter what or offer a full refund. When we got to the location in the day of , Silvia and girl (I forgot her name ) who checked us in were very helpful and nice and wanted to make sure we were prepared . During these COVID times , they took our temperature , made sure we sanitized our hands , and put a sanitary head and mouth covering on before putting the sanitized helmet on . We got there an hour early because we had to commute from an hour away and wanted to be on time . They let us ride early as soon as we got there and Sylvia was a fantastic guide . She took amazing pictures of us and made sure we were okay throughout the ride The trail was beautiful and the scenery was captivating . My boyfriend and I are already looking to book the lake arrowhead location next month . 10/10 would recommend We also received our pics the same day

The service provided by ARC adventure is phenomenal. Jackelin E. and Bob L. Do a great job managing…read moreeverything. From kayaking to rock climbing and camping, the adventure program is a great opportunity for arc students to experience the outdoors.

Great company to rent a rock wall from. I would definitely rent from them again. They were on time,…read morequick with set up and their staff was very nice and great with all the kids who came by.

Absolutely loved my experience at the Hummingbird Sanctuary! From the moment we arrived, the…read moregrounds felt incredibly serene and peaceful. It's the kind of place where you can truly slow down, breathe, and enjoy being surrounded by nature. What really stood out was the amount of information shared throughout the experience. You can tell there is so much knowledge, passion, and care behind everything Szilvia does. The experience was thoughtful, engaging, and so well done from start to finish. We were told this is actually a lower-volume season because there are currently so many flowers blooming in nature for the hummingbirds to utilize -- and even with that, the experience was amazing. I can only imagine what it's like during peak season, and I'll definitely be coming back in the summer! Truly an amazing experience and one I would highly recommend to anyone looking for something peaceful, meaningful, and unique. I left feeling both relaxed and inspired. Thank you, Szilvia!

My family was a hard group to plan for. First, we were accommodated with an added spot for our…read morefamily of five on a Saturday for my birthday, but several days later we found out that circumstances prevented us from attending that day. Now we were accommodated again with a special early reservation at 9:00AM on Sunday, the day after. We excitedly got ready early and headed out for the hour ride to Ojai. While we were waiting in a construction area on the way, it started sprinkling. All five of us were feeling very sad, but when speaking with Szilvia, she assured us, that we'd have a very exciting and enjoyable time, rain or shine! I buried my camera while walking to the tea garden, but we all sat down at beautifully set up tea tables with large umbrellas protecting all of us AND my camera! While we enjoyed the tea and enjoyed the beautiful hummingbirds flying all around us, Szilvia, who knows more about hummingbirds than anyone I've met, explained everything about hummingbird habits, eating, physical abilities and why their tiny bodies do everything they do. OMG, they are amazing, as is Szilvia! Even though we were scheduled for one hour, Szilvia told us we could stay to enjoy the better weather and observe and photograph, until the next guests arrived. We had the most amazing time and I am totally ready to book another visit in a month or two! Szilvia, thank you so much for an amazing experience!