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Faria Beach Park
Overview
Overview
Faria Beach Park is a scenic coastal destination situated right along the Pacific Ocean in Ventura, California. This intimate campground offers an authentic beach-front experience, positioning guests just steps away from the crashing waves. It serves as a classic, no-frills destination for travelers who prioritize immediate proximity to the coastline over resort-style amenities. The park provides a quiet, serene atmosphere where the sound of the ocean remains the primary soundtrack for your entire stay.
Location & Surroundings
Located on the Pacific Coast Highway, the park is nestled between the Santa Ynez Mountains and the sea. This unique placement offers panoramic ocean views that stretch toward the Channel Islands on clear days. While the park feels secluded, it is easily accessible from the main highway, making it an ideal stop for those traveling along the California coast. The surrounding area is characterized by rugged coastal bluffs and narrow beaches, providing a quintessential Southern California landscape.
Amenities & Park Features
Faria Beach Park offers essential facilities designed to accommodate short-term stays. The site is primarily known for its beach-front RV sites that put your vehicle mere feet from the water. While the park is modest, it features functional amenities including hot showers and basic restrooms. It is important to note that the site is well-suited for smaller to mid-sized rigs, offering a more rustic experience that emphasizes the natural beauty of the coastal environment over high-end park perks.
Nearby Attractions & Things to Do
Guests staying at Faria Beach can easily explore the vibrant city of Ventura, located just a short drive south. You can enjoy surfing, fishing, or simply walking along the sandy shoreline adjacent to the park. The nearby Ventura Harbor offers various seafood dining options and boat excursions to the Channel Islands National Park. Alternatively, travel north to visit the charming coastal community of Carpinteria, famous for its nature preserve and calm, family-friendly beach waters.
Who This Park Is Best For
This park is best suited for ocean lovers and photographers who appreciate waking up to the sight of the sunrise over the water. If you prefer a tranquil, nature-focused environment rather than a luxury resort, this destination is a perfect match. It is an excellent choice for couples or solo travelers seeking a quiet escape along the highway. Those who enjoy coastal scenery and the rhythmic sounds of the Pacific will find this location unmatched in its simplicity.
Features & Amenities
- Recreational Facilities
- Policies
- Other Amenities & Services
- Recreation Nearby (within 10 miles)
- Facility
- On-Site Rentals
- Sites
- Internet
Reviews
L R
I’ll start with CONS: You must bring your own firewood, quarters for shower and drinking water as the reviews I’ve read say the camp host will give you free firewood when you check in and that is not true. In addition look closely at this restaurant sign because the restaurant IS the camp store which is not a store it’s just to walk up window restaurant where you can get firewood, but there are no other amenities that a camp store would have. . If you come after or outside the restaurant hours, you cannot get firewood or Quarters for the shower which annoyed a lot of people in our campground who got there at or after the closing time of the restaurant and had no firewood or showers. The restaurant, itself, was great …good food and morning coffee. This is also strictly dry camping, even if you have hook ups sites, so fill your freshwater tank ahead of time because they do not have faucets like stated on the website there are zero spigots. Additionally, if you have a great spot right on the rocky edge, you will be next to neck with your neighbors and if they’re running generators, even worse. We had a family that had the Primo view spot on the north end of the campground, but sadly turned their generator on way before quiet hours were over so I feel bad for their neighbors. Lastly, this is not a beach location. There is a rocky fortress and if you survive going down that, then you have to navigate over the piles of driftwood to get to a small sliver of sand that is only visible for two hours a day and then it turns into the ocean not safe for children or especially dogs going down to the beach. They will break their little legs. PROS: We actually love this campsite and we love it relationship to the bike trail. It was a 15 minute bike ride to the Vons in Ventura and the Ventura pier all downhill from the campsite.. The actual beach of FARIA if you go out the driveway of our campground and turn right, it’s just down the hill on the right and there’s plenty of parking on both sides of the street. We just wrote our bikes there and locked them up to a street sign and it’s an easier seat for path down to the beach, especially by the stoplight there are actual And it’s a great beach. The sunsets are unmatched at this campground and listening to the waves. All night is so soothing and spiritual. The showers are clean and you get three minutes for 50 Cent. Just make sure Again to bring your quarters before you get to this campground because the chances of you catching the restaurant being open to get quarters is slim to nothing.. The showers are also combined as family showers so if you go in by yourself, especially if you’re female your advice to lock the door and lock everyone out until your shower is done since there are two showers. The max time whether you’re an individual or a family with a bunch of kids is 10 minutes and most of the time there will be people waiting outside. The campground host really keep the campground clean, and are very nice. there’s one campground site that really sucks and I feel bad for everyone that It’s right in the middle on the north end where everyone drives a loop around and I felt bad for the two parties. We saw a camp there because you’re in the middle of a fishbowl and everyone is staring at you or driving around you and if someone loses their brakes coming down the driveway, they will basically drive over your tent. also, you have everyone’s headlights in your eyes as they drive down the driveway and around you. They should really give that spot out for free… If you get stuck with that site, park your vehicle between you and the driveway in for protection. We had some great bike rides from our campground north and south on the bike trail and the scenery and the atmosphere are beautiful. We did not hear any loud music like with some campgrounds. It was very peaceful and the people there were very respectful..
Kyle Xhilone
Do not camp here with a tent! It's a nice location by the beach, but the ground is basically rock and it was impossible to stake down my tent. The sites are tiny and there is no privacy. Also, if you want to take a shower, be aware there is no change machine and you need to have your own quarters. I'm sure this is a nice spot with an RV but I ended up leaving and going to a hotel because it just didn't work with a tent.
shrkchsr
I can only imagine the negative reviews come from locals wanting to keep tourists away. Noble and I have mad respect for the effort. The sites are plenty spacious and the only "noise" is from crashing waves. Unless you're driving one of those behemoth transformers and have to have every last slide and awning out, this place is paradise. The staff is courteous and the cafe is super convenient. They do have a strict noon check-in so don't bother arriving early. Plenty of parking a couple miles away to kill time watching the ocean.
Angie C. Joya
If you don't get a beach front spot, not worth it. I was in spot 5. All I can see is car tires and hear people's generators. I left a day early. Also it's nearly impossible to get a beach front spot. So sad.
Jana
Great place to hang and enjoy the beach. Nice little snack shack with a decent menu and cold craft beer.