Emma Wood State Park

Emma Wood is one of Ventura’s best-hidden gems. If you ever get a chance to visit Emma Wood State Park the best time to visit would be on a clear day in early spring. Emma Wood is also home to Terns, Plovers, Peregrine Falcons, Song Birds, Red-Tailed hawks, and dolphins. Views of Anacapa Island can be seen from the crumbling ruins of a WWII coastal artillery site.

Camping at Emma Woods is $20 per night and are open to only fully self contained RV’s. Although high tides may close the campground at any time, a visit here is well worth the slight inconvenience.


Emma Wood is also a short bike ride from the Ventura County Fairgrounds and Ventura River estuary. For those who are the adventurous type try a bike ride from Ventura Harbor to Emma Wood State Park. You can stop at the restaurants located near the Ventura Pier for lunch.