Wheeler Gorge
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At a Glance
About Wheeler Gorge
Wheeler Gorge is a national park campground at Los Padres National Forest in Ventura County, California. Reservations are managed through Recreation.gov. Instead of refreshing Recreation.gov, let Campsite Tonight watch for cancellations and automatically drop an open site into your cart the instant one frees up.
Wheeler Gorge is in very high demand — sites here routinely sell out well in advance. Cancellations are often the best way in, which is exactly what Campsite Tonight watches for.
The campground accommodates RVs and trailers up to 45 ft. Campers rate it 4.3/5 across 342 reviews.
Other campgrounds at Los Padres National Forest include Holiday Group Campground, Rose Valley Campground, Middle Lion Campground and Reyes Peak Campground.
Total reservations in January — 2023: 77 · 2024: 33 · 2025: 94
Location
Address
Ojai, California
Coordinates
34.5119, -119.2736
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open.
- •July sees 590 reservations - book early or set cancellation alerts.
Nearby Campgrounds
Holiday Group Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Rose Valley Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Camp Comfort
Ventura County
Dennison Park
Ventura County
Middle Lion Campground
Los Padres National Forest
Reyes Peak Campground
Los Padres National Forest
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Wheeler Gorge FAQ
How far in advance should I book Wheeler Gorge?
Very high demand - sites typically fill up immediately when the booking window opens. Plan to book the moment reservations open. Mark your calendar for when the booking window opens (typically 5-6 months ahead). Also set alerts - cancellations do happen.
What is the busiest time at Wheeler Gorge?
July typically sees the highest reservation activity at Wheeler Gorge. During peak times, 100% of reservations are made 2+ weeks in advance.
Are there campsites available at Wheeler Gorge right now?
Yes! There are currently 435 site-nights available over the next 14 days at Wheeler Gorge, with availability on 10 different dates. Availability changes frequently due to cancellations - download the Campsite Tonight app to get instant alerts when new sites open up.
How often is availability checked at Wheeler Gorge?
Campsite Tonight monitors Wheeler Gorge for cancellations and new availability as fast as every 13 sec. When a site opens up, users with alerts enabled receive instant notifications so they can book before others.
Can I get a reservation at Wheeler Gorge?
Yes! Campers have recently secured reservations at Wheeler Gorge using Campsite Tonight's availability alerts. Even when fully booked, cancellations happen regularly. Set up an alert to get notified instantly when a site opens up.
Where is Wheeler Gorge located?
Wheeler Gorge is located in Los Padres National Forest, near Ojai, California.
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