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Rather Go Biking? Rather Go Biking? Bike trails meander throughout the city and the trails along the Oceanfront and Ventura River are especially scenic and popular. Bike rentals are available nearby.
 
 
 

Ventura Sports & Recreation

With a year-round daytime temperature of 70 degrees, the Los Padres Mountains at our back and the deep blue Pacific Ocean at our feet, Ventura is a paradise for outdoor adventure. 

Hiking and biking trails can be found throughout the area in both Los Padres National Forest and Santa Monica Mountains wilderness.

Most trail-heads are accessible within a 40 minute drive from anywhere in Ventura.

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Marina Park
Marina Park
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Marina Park
South end Pierpont Blvd.
Ventura, CA 93001
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This 15-acre beachfront park at the south end of Pierpont Boulevard is a great place to watch boats cruise out of the harbor, fish off the launching d...

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Matt's Cycles
Matt's Cycles
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Matt's Cycles
Corner of Seaward & Harbor, next to Vons
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-477-0933
http://www.mattscycling.com/

Bike sales and rentals - Welcome to the oldest bike shop in Ventura County! We specialize in family-oriented service in a friendly, no-pressure env...

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McGrath State Beach
McGrath State Beach
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McGrath State Beach
South of Ventura Harbor
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 1-800-444-7275
Tollfree: 1-800-444-7275

Set between lush riverbanks of the Santa Clara River and sand dunes, McGrath is one of the best bird-watching areas in the state. A nature trail leads...

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Mission Park
Mission Park
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Mission Park
Main Street and Figueroa Street
Ventura, CA 93001

Located downtown across from Mission San Buenaventura, Mission Park includes a large open grass area, benches and restrooms....

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Momentum Surf Camp
Momentum Surf Camp
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Momentum Surf Camp

Ventura, CA
Phone: (805)985-4929
http://www.momentumsurfcamp.com

We offer private and group lessons year round as well as a summer surf camp. ...

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Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy
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Nature Conservancy
Santa Cruz Island
Ventura, CA 93001
www.nature.org

Twenty-five miles off the coast of southern California lies Santa Cruz Island, the largest of California’s eight Channel Islands. More than 1,000 spec...

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Ojai Angler
Ojai Angler
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Ojai Angler
Lake Casitas
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 800-572-6230
Fax: (805) 640-8491
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www.ojaiangler.com

Southern California's Largest Trophy Bass Fishing Guide ServiceOpen 7 days a week year round Full day or half day trips All top of the line Rod...

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Ojai Valley Inn
Ojai Valley Inn
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Ojai Valley Inn
905 Country Club Road
Ojai, CA 93023
Phone: 805-649-5552
http://www.ojairesort.com

Champion par-70 course. Guided western-style tours on horseback through the Ojai are offered to groups and individuals. Pony rides and a small anim...

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Olivas Links
Olivas Links
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Olivas Links
3750 Olivas Park Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: (805) 677-6770
Fax: (805) 642-5403
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www.olivaslinks.com

Now open, the newest golf course in Southern California pleased your eyes, offering a natural golf experience unique to Ventura County. The rustic tra...

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Pacific Sailing
Pacific Sailing
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Pacific Sailing
1575 Spinnaker Dr. Ste 105B-131
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: (805) 658-6508
www.pacsail.com

Located in the beautiful Ventura Harbor. Established in 1997, Pacific Sailing's goal is to offer sailing value without the expense and worry of ow...

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Paddybex Surf School
Paddybex Surf School
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Paddybex Surf School

Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-653-7873
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http://www.paddybexsurf.com

Learn to surf with expert local instruction...

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Peace Dive Boat
Peace Dive Boat
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Peace Dive Boat
4572 Telephone Rd.
Boat Location: Dock G - Next to Island Packers at the Ventura Harbor Village
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-984-2025
Alt. Phone: 805.650.DIVE
http://www.peaceboat.com

Where the land ends -he fun begins! The PEACE runs specialty trips for free-diving only. However, free-divers are welcome on any of our trips. ...

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Peace Scuba Center
Peace Scuba Center
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Peace Scuba Center
4572 Telephone Rd.
Ventura, CA 93003
Phone: 805-650-DIVE
Tollfree: 866-984-2025
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Professional Training Quality Service - Equipment - Rentals - Trips Featuring: Atomic, Aquatics, Oceanic, Zeagle, Akona PEACE PEACE SCUBA CENTER...

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Rancho Temescal
Rancho Temescal
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Rancho Temescal
@ 1/2 hour from Ventura
Piru, CA 93040
Phone: (805) 521-0511
Alt. Phone: (805) 889-1114
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http://www.ranchotemescal.com

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Raptor Dive Charters
Raptor Dive Charters
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Raptor Dive Charters
1559 Spinnaker Dr.
Suite 109
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: (805) 650-7700

A New Level of Service, Convenience and Performance. Raptor Dive Charters: Custom-designed 46' Dive Boat. Clean / Stable / Fast / Brand New. Limited ...

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Rincon Beach
Rincon Beach
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Rincon Beach
Ventura/Santa Barbara County line
Exit State Beaches or Bates Rd. off Hwy. 101
Ventura, CA 93001

World class surf breaks and spectacular vistas make this a popular destination!...

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River Ridge Golf Course
River Ridge Golf Course
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River Ridge Golf Course
2401 Vineyard Ave.
Oxnard, CA 93030
Phone: 805-983-4653

18-hole, par 72...

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Ride the Wave

The Ventura Community Park offers a state of the art swimming facility including a water park and also features a fitness track for jogging and exercising.

Hiking is always an option with literally hundreds of miles of trails located in the nearby Los Padres National Forest and along the coast. The Channel Islands National Park also offers lots of trails for hiking while enjoying one of the most pristine environments to be found in California.

Kayaking or canoeing are great options in the Ventura Harbor while deep sea boats can whisk you away to scuba dive or try your luck at fishing. Parasailing, surfing and kite boarding are great ways to get your feet wet while enjoying some of the best surf in the country. No wonder Ventura has been featured in Outside magazine and National Geographic Traveler as an outdoor adventure travel destination.

If all of that sounds a little tiring to you, why not just enjoy a leisurely walk along our beautiful beaches, or enjoy a calming sail along our coast. A few minutes spent in one of our dog friendly parks with Fido and a Frisbee may be just what you need.