5 Ways to Get Good Vibes and Have Fun in Ventura County

Let the adventure begin…

Here in Ventura County Coast, we’re all about good vibes all the time. From brewery hopping to extreme adventures, here are five fun things to do while you’re here!

Go on a Brewery Crawl

Ventura County Coast loves beer and beer-lovers love Ventura County Coast. It’s a daily love fest here with so many cool craft breweries in the region, many of which are walkable and close to the beach. From Barrelhouse 101 to Institution Ale to Made West, get your drink on (safely) and meet new beer-loving friends along the way.

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Have a Seafood Extravaganza

Nothing says “good vibes” like a great seafood meal, especially al fresco with the ocean as your backdrop. So be a little “shellfish” and treat yo’self! Top stops for fish fanatics include Lure Fish House with locations in Downtown Ventura and Camarillo. There’s also Andria’s Seafood, a super popular local spot in Ventura Harbor Village (order anything fried), and Rumfish Y Vino, a great date-night spot (be sure to reserve a table on their beachy-chic patio). If you feel like venturing out to Channel Islands Harbor, Sea Fresh always serves up the freshest catch from the Pacific and around the world.

Embark on Adventure

With plenty of wide open spaces and in close proximity to major cities like Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, Ventura County Coast takes adventure to the extreme! Thrills await with race-car driving, skydiving, jet skiing, airplane flying lessons, parasailing, stand-up paddleboarding, ocean kayaking along Channel Islands National Park’s rugged coastline.

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Experience Local Flavor

Every city on the Ventura County Coast has a diverse food culture that makes it one of the best places for food tourism in California. Wine lovers should checkout the Wine and Imbibe Guide to Camarillo. Oxnard takes the title for its diverse selection of regional Mexican and Latin American restaurants that will make your mouth water. See the Oxnard Taco Trail for more! Port Hueneme Pier is the perfect place to catch a sunset with Fresh Seafood. Ventura is home to a wide selection of gastro pubs, wineries, breweries, and more!

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Behold our Beaches and Breaks

Of course, you can’t forget about the beautiful beaches here in Ventura County Coast. More than 42 miles of stunning coastline offers up some of the best surf breaks and most uncrowded, consistently warm and sunny beaches across California. Check out the scene at San Buenaventura State Beach or escape to Mandalay Beach in Oxnard for some private time where it’s just you and the sand dunes. If you want to have a picnic, play volleyball, or take a walk on the pier, Port Hueneme is the way to go.

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Plan Your Trip

So where are you starting first? Take a trip to Ventura County Coast to stir up an unforgettable and delicious cocktail adventure.

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Ventura County Coast

Ventura County Coast is a string of four communities that radiate warmth from welcoming people and California sunshine. The region embodies the casual and active spirit of classic, where the seafood is fresh, the beer is handcrafted and the weather is the kind you dream about. Spend the day exploring miles of beaches, incredible harbors or lush green golf courses. Hop on a boat for a day trip to the Channel Islands National Park, where you can see breathtaking views of the Southern California coastline. With a bustling culture, high end and vintage shopping, a lively culinary spirit and beautiful outdoor experiences, Ventura County Coast calls on every visitor to find their vibe. From hiking and biking to sailing and snorkeling, from shopping and dining to just plain relaxing, Ventura County Coast will fill your days with a lifetime of memories.

Camarillo

An hour north of Los Angeles, Camarillo is nestled at the base of the Conejo foothills surrounded by verdant green fields and cool ocean breezes. With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, enjoy Camarillo alfresco. From outdoor shopping and concerts, to delicious dining and fun events, Camarillo has it all. With small town charm and a rich history, it is the place for romantic weddings and corporate venues. Visit the historical sites and museums during the day, and walk along Old Town for dinner and drinks at night. A great getaway for everyone, Camarillo is the ideal place to Come for the Sun, Stay for the Fun.

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Oxnard

Rally your tribe and head for the Central Coast. California cool, panorama-perfect, culturally authentic and vibrant beyond measure. Oxnard is home to miles of pristine white sand beaches, electric nightlife, some of the best taquerias in the state, historic Victorian era architecture, the California Strawberry Festival, and an expansively picturesque harbor that serves as the closest access point to the Channel Islands National Park. Just sixty miles northwest of LAX and in close proximity to Santa Barbara and other major destinations, Oxnard is one of California’s best kept secrets.

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