Camarillo and Things to Do in Camarillo

Things to do in Camarillo:

Are you new to our city?

Or maybe you are just visiting for a while and would like to know what one can do in this peaceful and beautiful southern California City of Camarillo? 

The answer depends on what type of a person you are and what sort of activities you enjoy.  From the extremely active to the lover of leisure, Camarillo has something for everyone.

For the Art Lovers:

Camarillo Art Center: A place to view the work of local artists. The Gallery section of Camarillo's Art Center is open only on Saturday and Sundays from 1:00pm - 4:00pm.

For the Readers:

State of the Art Camarillo Public Library: A branch of Ventura County's Library, Camarillo's new library is a place of literacy wonders. With over 150 magazine subscriptions, audio books, 52 computers, and a free WiFi connection you may find leaving the library a bit difficult.  Especially if you visit the adjacent Café.

For the Physically Active:

• Bike Trails: As long as you follow all traffic laws, you are permitted to bike along all public streets in Camarillo. There are 3 types of bike trails in Camarillo:

1.  Trails that are separated from the roadways
2.  Assigned bike Lanes along the roadways
3.  Bike Routes marked on several roads with an adequate shoulder

And for the long-distance riders, there is also an asphalted bike trail connecting Camarillo to Oxnard along Ventura Blvd at Central Avenue. (city of camarillo)

• Jogging Trails:  If you wish to go for a run you can join many Camarillo joggers in Camarillo's parks or those who run along Camarillo's streets.  
• Skate Park: Located on the corner of Ponderosa and Temple drive, the Camarillo Skate Park is a free park with a large bowl and lots of room to skate your heart out.
• BMX Track: Located at Camarillo's Freedom Park, this bicycle motocross park offers year-round recreational riding and competitive racing opportunities.
• Swimming: Located at Temple drive, Pleasant Valley Aquatic Center offers variety of water activities such as: Water Aerobics, Deep Water Cardio-Sculpt, Therapeutic Swimming, Morning, Noon & Evening Lap Swim, Recreation/Family Swim, and Drop In Water Polo. For schedules please call:  (805) 987-8198 or (805) 482-1996 ext. 14
• Tennis:  A few of Camarillo's parks offer free tennis courts to the public. These parks are: Pleasant Valley Park (six lighted tennis courts), Valle Lindo Park (five lighted tennis courts), Mission Oaks Park (six lighted tennis courts).

For the Shoppers:

Down Town Camarillo: Located South of Highway 101, you can find variety of shops and restaurants. Every Saturday at our Farmer's Market you can find fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, along with arts and crafts in this area of Camarillo.

Camarillo Premium Outlet Stores: With over 120 designer discount stores in this location of Camarillo, it would be hard for anyone to run out of shopping choices.    

For the History Lovers:

Camarillo Ranch House: Once the home of Adolfo Camarillo, whom the city of Camarillo is named after. The Camarillo ranch house is now restored and preserved as a historic site. Tours of the Camarillo Ranch House are offered 3 times a week: Wednesdays and Sundays from 12:00pm-4:00pm and Saturdays from 10:00 am-2:00pm.       

Pleasant Valley Historical Museum: Located on Las Posas road, this museum together with a botanical garden offers a few exhibits on the Chumash culture and the history of Camarillo.

World War II Aviation Museum: Located at the Camarillo Airport, this museum is dedicated to conserving, maintaining, and show casing World War II aircraft. Currently, there are nine airplanes on display in this museum.

For the Golfers:

There are currently 2 private and 2 public golf courses in Camarillo.

The Spanish Hills and Las Posas Country Clubs ((805) 388-2901 are Camarillo's Private Golf courses. Both courses offer 18-hole championship play, elegant clubhouses and restaurants in some of the most beautiful settings you will find in Southern California.

Golf Courses open to the public are Sterling Hills Golf Club and Camarillo Springs Public Golf Course.  

Needless to say that Camarillo is a short drive from the Pacific Ocean and the beautiful beaches of Oxnard and Ventura. Some great mountain trails can be found around Camarillo that lead to the Pacific Ocean.

Now if you have fallen in love with our City of Camarillo and have decided to call this wonderful place HOME, please don't hesitate to give me a call.