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Park At Tar Creeks Ranch

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45 reviews

· Ojai, Ventura, California

13 acres hosted by Peter D.

1 RV/tent site

Near Channel Islands National Park

Within a 60-minute drive from the Channel Islands Visitor Center.

Amazing views

Hipcampers say this spot has amazing views.

Peter is a Star Host

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Welcome to our tranquil ranch nestled among oak and pine trees, offering a serene getaway with stunning views of the Topatopa bluffs. Our site is the perfect place to disconnect and immerse yourself in nature, with five ephemeral creeks meandering through the 13-acre property. As a Leave No Trace environment, we ask that all guests come fully self-contained. While we don't yet have a compost toilet set up, we do provide a potable water hookup for your convenience. Please be mindful of your impact on the land and practice responsible camping during your stay. There are 4 permanent residents on the land, including me, who are in and out of the ranch daily, and our driveway passes near your campsite. So while you have privacy in the trees, you may have smile-and-wave distance interaction with other humans during your stay. A one-mile trail winds through the property that you are welcome to enjoy. Let me know if you are interested and I will show you were to find the trailhead. The path leads you to fascinating sites such as a tar caldera, Chumash cupules and mortars on boulders, and a tar marsh where wildlife thrives. Whether you're a nature enthusiast, botanist, birder, hiker, or simply seeking peace, this land offers something for you. We welcome guests to stay for a maximum of three days, but we're open to accommodating longer stays upon request. Escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with the beauty of the natural world. We look forward to hosting you!Get off the highway and park safely in a quiet grove of oak and pine trees, and wake up to a view of the 6,300-foot Topatopa bluffs. I don't yet have my compost toilet set up (yet), so this is a Leave No Trace situation. Please only book this site if you are fully self-contained! I have a potable water hookup. Five ephemeral creeks cross the land, which is partly on the valley floor and partly in the foothills of Sulphur Mountain. Stretch your legs on the a one-mile trail that visits sites of interest on the 13-acres, including a tar caldera, a boulder with Chumash cupules and mortars, and a tar marsh where you can often find animal skeletons. Guests have access to a water spigot within hose distance of your camping site as well as access to a 1-mile hiking trail on the back acres. Less than a mile from Sisar Canyon hiking trail and three miles from Santa Paula Canyon, both of which flow most of the year—most years, and a quarter mile from The Summit burger stand and amenities at The Stagecoach General Store.

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100% Recommend54 ratings · 45 reviews

Ludger J.

8 reviews

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· May 2025

Great camping spot

16 ft car ·

Park at Tar Creeks Ranch

Perfect place to spend the night close to nature. Easily accessible and just far enough away from road and buildings. We stayed one night with our Jeep and Rooftop Tent and enjoyed the solitude. Sounds of frogs and owls at night and farm animals in the morning.

Anthony F.

4 reviews

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· May 2025

Tent ·

Park at Tar Creeks Ranch

Beautiful little private campsite, super easy to find and navigate. A lovely spot, would highly recommend.

Christine F.

5 years on Hipcamp

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· May 2025

Beautiful land and safe feeling.

19 ft campervan ·

Park at Tar Creeks Ranch

I enjoyed my campervan time. Directions were perfect. The view was so nice and beautiful. I felt safe. I only spent 1 night there so i did not hike or explore. I would definitely stay here again :-)

Paul B.

13 reviews

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· April 2025

Restful spot, close to LA

16 ft travel trailer ·

Park at Tar Creeks Ranch

We had a great visit! Perfect spot close to LA in the shade. Easy pull in spot for a camper or an RV. Peter is a great host, he does have dogs that are well behaved overall we had a quiet and restful stay.

Kelly C.

2 months on Hipcamp

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· April 2025

Wow

20 ft campervan · With pets ·

Park at Tar Creeks Ranch

What a gem! Peter is very accommodating! We took our mini motorhome on it's maiden voyage. Everything worked perfectly! The spot was exactly as described. Very easy to follow instructions finding the spot. Beautiful views! Hiking Sisar and Cycling is very convenient from the ranch. I can't wait to come back. Thank you for everything Peter!

Jen W.

3 years on Hipcamp

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· March 2025

Exceptional, Wondrous Experience

Tent ·

Park at Tar Creeks Ranch

This is a comfortable, safe, and peaceful camping location close to nature yet within easy enough reach of downtown Ojai to start to feel like glamping. Loved staring at the stars at night, and hearing the surround-sound of frogs at dusk, coyotes in the evening, and all sorts of birds going about their business in the daytime. Peter is super warm, engaging, and at ease. He’s also responsive and was accommodating when I initially rescheduled my reservation. Highly recommend the guided nature hike, which is easily what made the trip unique and memorable. There is so much diversity and Peter’s knowledge and reverence of the land, flora and habitats, and Native American culture connect you with the rare specialness and vulnerability of the area.

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Ojai, Ventura, California, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking

Hosted by Peter D.

Joined in March 2024

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