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Beach & Harbor Activities

The oceanfront and exquisite beaches are the shining jewels in Ventura's crown. Stretching from Surfer's Point to Ventura Harbor, the area includes surf breaks, a historic pier and promenade, San Buenaventura State Beach, the Seaward Avenue Beach District, several parks, miles of scenic bike paths, and a thriving marina.

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Captain Hook's Sportfishing
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Captain Hook's Sportfishing
4151 S. Victoria Ave.
Oxnard, CA 93035
Phone: 805-382-6233
http://www.captnhooks.com

Open party trips, private charters,1/2 to 3/4 day, overnight and outer island excursions...

 
Channel Islands Kayak Center
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Channel Islands Kayak Center
1691 Spinnaker Drive, Suite 105 A
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-644-9699
Fax: (805) 984-0995
e-mail
http://www.cikayak.com

The Channel Islands are deemed one of the top Kayaking destinations on plant Earth. Crystal clear water, Sea caves, Sea lions, wildlife & more. Ch...

Channel Islands National Park (14 miles off coast)
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Channel Islands National Park (14 miles off coast)
Visitor Center: 1901 Spinnaker Dr. (Ventura Harbor)
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-658-5730
http://www.nps.gov/chis

One of Ventura's most wondrous attractions, often refered to as the American Galapagos is accessible for multi-day camping trips. (14 miles off coast)...

 
Channel Islands National Park Visitors Center
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Channel Islands National Park Visitors Center
1901 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: (805) 658-5730
Fax: (805) 658-5799
http://www.nps.gov/chis/

Learn about the spectacular islands which lie just off of Ventura's coast at this visitor center which also features a tide pool, museum, lectures and...

Ciscos Sportfishing
4151 S. Victoria Ave.
Oxnard, CA 93035
Phone: 805-985-8511
http://www.ciscos.com

Ocean fishing. Whale cruises out of the Channel Islands Harbor....

 
City of Ventura, Leo Robbins Community Sailing Center
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City of Ventura, Leo Robbins Community Sailing Center
Located at Marina Park
2950 Pierpont Blvd.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-643-3612
http://www.ci.ventura.ca.us/depts/comm_serv/sailing_kayak/

The Leo Robbins Sailing Center is a U.S. Sailing National award winning facility and has been a community sailing facility for over 35 years. The Sail...

Coroloma Sportfishing
1575 Spinnaker Drive, Dock C 8
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-649-3611
http://www.corolomasportfishing.com

Year Round 3/4 Day Fishing Depart: 6am, Return: 3-4pm Summer Twilight Fishing Depart: 5:30am, Return: 10-11pm Rental Equipment, Tackle and Licen...

 
Dudleys Yacht Sales
1591 Spinnaker Dr., Pier D
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-644-9665
http://www.yachtworld.com/dudleyacht

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Emma Wood S.B. Group Camp South
Emma Wood S.B. Group Camp South
West end of Main St., Ventura
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 800-444-7275

Reservations required. 120 sites for tents or self-contained RV sites -10 or more people per group- (non-groups accepted upon availability). Maximum ...

 
Emma Wood State Beach North
Emma Wood State Beach North
101 Freeway north of Ventura, exit State Beaches-on left 1/2 mile.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 800-444-7275

97 primitive sites on the ocean. First come, first served. RVs 30 feet and under - no tent camping....

Explorer Ocean Adventures
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Explorer Ocean Adventures
1583 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-646-0836
e-mail
http://www.explorerdiveboat.com

Charter year-round, & seasonal twilight fishing...

 
Fishermen's Market
1449 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-644-0169
http://www.andriasseafood.com

Fresh catch-of-the-day is offered by local fishermen selling to the general public directly off the boat at Andria's pier with on-site fillet services...

Harbor Cove Beach
Harbor Cove Beach
End of Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001

At the west end of Spinnaker Drive, just across the street from the Channel Islands National Park Visitor's Center, Harbor Cove Beach is a safe waterf...

 
Island Kayakers
1867 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-390-8213
e-mail
http://www.islandkayakers.com

Kayaks and gear delivered to Island Packer terminals or any other location....

Island Packers
1867 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-642-1393
e-mail
http://www.islandpackers.com

Island Packers Cruises operates year around to the Channel Islands National Park. Half day and all day nature tours, camping, kayaking and hiking on ...

 
Kiddie Beach

Ventura, CA

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Marina Park
South end Pierpont Blvd.
Ventura, CA 93001

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...

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

Set beween 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 ...

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. ...

 
Mussel Shoals
101 North
Ventura, CA

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Ojai Angler
1205 Grandview Ave.
Ojai, CA 93023
e-mail
http://www.ojaiangler.com

Guided fishing excursions on Lake Casitas, which is stocked with 40,000 pounds of rainbow trout annually....

 
Pacific Sailing
1567 Spinnaker Dr., Dock D-10
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-658-6508
http://www.pacsail.com

Located in the beautiful Ventura Harbor. Sailboat rentals and lessons...

Paddybex Surf School

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

Learn to surf with expert local instruction...

 
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!...

Sail Channel Islands
1900 Majorca Drive
Oxnard, CA 93035
Phone: (805) 750-7828
e-mail
http://www.sailchannelislands.com

Day trips, overnights, weekend trips- please call for availability. Cruises for up to 6 people start at $65/person. Enjoy lunch, happy hour, dinner,...

 
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Head for the Harbor!

Poke around the shops and galleries in Ventura Harbor Village, rent a pedal boat, and watch the boats head out to sea.  Stop by the Channel Islands national Park Visitor Center to learn aobut the pristine wonderland that lies just offshore.