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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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Channel Islands National Park Visitors Center
Learn about the spectacular islands which lie just off of Ventura's coast. Features include a tide pool, museum, lectures and helpful park volunteers!

1901 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 658-5702

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Island Packers
Island Packers Cruises operates year round to the Channel Islands National Park. Half day and all day nature tours, camping, kayaking and hiking on Anacapa, Santa Cruz, Santa Rosa and San Miguel Island.

1691 Spinnaker Dr.
Ventura, CA 93001
805-642-1393

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Ventura Harbor Village
Restaurants - Specialty Shops - Special Events - Year-Round Harbor & Seaside Fun Ventura Harbor Village is 33 acres of authentic Southern California exactly how you've imagined it. Enjoy Waterfront Views...

1583 Spinnaker Drive, suite 215
Ventura, CA 93001
(805) 477-0470

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Captain Hook's Sportfishing
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...

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Channel Islands Kayak Center
Channel Islands Kayak Center
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Channel Islands Kayak Center
3600 S. Harbor Drive
Ste 213 #539
Oxnard, CA 93035
Phone: (805) 984-5955
Fax: (805) 984-9835
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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...

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Channel Islands National Park (14 miles off coast)
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)...

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Ciscos Sportfishing
Ciscos Sportfishing
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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....

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City of Ventura, Leo Robbins Community Sailing Center
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...

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Dudleys Yacht Sales
Dudleys Yacht Sales
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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
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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 ...

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Emma Wood State Beach North
Emma Wood State Beach North
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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....

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

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

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Fishermen's Market
Fishermen's Market
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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...

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Foam, Fins & Fiberglass
Foam, Fins & Fiberglass
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Foam, Fins & Fiberglass
291 E. Thompson Blvd.
Ventura, CA 93001
Phone: 805-648-FOAM
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www.foamfinsandfiberglass.com

Surfboard and SUP rentals best fin selection in Ventura County. Board shaping and glassing supplies, ding repair. Locally owned....

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Harbor Cove Beach
Harbor Cove Beach
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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...

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

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

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Kiddie Beach
Kiddie Beach
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Kiddie Beach

Ventura, CA

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Marina Park
Marina Park
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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...

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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 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 ...

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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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Mussel Shoals
Mussel Shoals
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Mussel Shoals
101 North
Ventura, CA

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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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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. Sailboat rentals and lessons...

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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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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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Harbor 2 trees

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.