Spring Road Trip

Camarillo

Start your road trip on Pacific Coast Highway in Malibu and head north. At the end of Highway 1, you’ll be greeted by the iconic Mugu Rock, as seen on television commercials and movies. Shortly after the rock take the Las Posas exit to head into Camarillo. You can stay on Las Posas Road or you can opt for a more scenic route along Lewis Road. The city of Camarillo has a great selection of sights to see and things to do for all vibes. Check out the list below of recommended activities.

Port Hueneme

Port Hueneme is one of the the coast’s hidden gems. This small beach town features wetlands where you can find exotic birds, inland marine life, and a few miles of empty beaches. At the center of it all is a wood piling pier situated on one of the most stunning beaches on the coast. Be sure to stop by Surfside Seafood for lunch with an island view.

Oxnard

Home of endless strawberry fields, sandy beaches, amazing sunsets, and a gateway to the Channel Islands. The city hosts a wide array of regional Mexican cuisines from taco trucks, taquerias, and cantinas that you won’t find anywhere else. Looking for fun after the sun sets? The Collection has a great selection of evening entertainment for families and adults.

Ventura

Ventura is surrounded in natural beauty with its rolling hills, ocean vistas, sandy beaches, culture, and history. There’s plenty to see when visiting this coastal gem. Whether you are an outdoor lover, on family vacation, or a good vibes seeker, Ventura won’t disappoint you.

Island Adventures

Stop 1: Channel Islands National Park
For a unique and out-of-this-world adventure, hitch a boat ride with Island Packers to Channel Islands National Park from either Channel Islands Harbor in Oxnard or Ventura Harbor. Known as the Galapagos of North America, the Channel Islands have some of the world’s most breathtaking sea caves which can be explored on kayaking tours. If going underwater calls to you, see astounding underwater views of the rich marine life on guided snorkeling and SCUBA diving excursions. You’re sure to encounter a sea lion or two and bright orange Garibaldis, California’s official state marine fish.

If you’re more interested in the islands themselves, take in the rugged landscape and thriving wildlife on a hike unlike any other. At this time of year, the islands are at their lushest emerald green and the wildflowers are in peak bloom. You might even see an island fox, and you’ll definitely spot whales and dolphins! A bird watcher’s dream come true, keep your eyes peeled for breeding California Brown Pelicans, majestic Sauces Bald Eagles and hundreds of other landbirds, shorebirds and seabirds that call the Channel Islands home. Tip:  Trips to the islands are a day-long affair and there are limited services on the remote islands, so be sure to pack food and drinks.