Faria Beach, run by the County of Ventura, is small but popular. In fact, this Web site gets more hits from people looking for information on Faria and
Hobson Beach
than all other Ventura County locations combined.
What makes these two tiny campgrounds so popular? They're fun! Faria is a cozy, noisy, family-friendly RV and tent site with miles of beach stretching in either direction.
Here's a short movie we took of Faria:
Details
You'll find 42 sites for families or small groups (15 sites with full hookups of water, waste, electricity and cable TV), firepits, bathroom facilities with hot showers and flush toilets, a tiny general store.
Getting There
Faria is at 4350, W. Pacific Coast Highway, just west of Ventura. You can take the State Beach offramp and head northwest; it's about two miles north of
Emma Wood State Beach
Emma Wood State Beach.
Costs and Reservations
Faria operates on a first-come, first-served basis, and does not take reservations. Expect to have several fees involved in your bill: Individuals pay a $10 reservation fee, groups pay a $20 reservation fee. The campground daily use fee is another $30; the 15 hook-up sites have a $45 hook-up fee.
Ventura County's Parks Department has a phone number for assistance: (805) 654-3951.
Come back soon! We'll be adding more details about Ventura beaches.