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    Many people like to go to Matilija Lake. Matilija Lake is a beautiful lake in the Sierra Madre. The Pratt Trail is a magnificent hiking trail near Matilija Lake, and there's whitewater on Sespe Creek for all you adrenaline people. This lake is so wonderful. Do pay a visit to Channel Islands National Park while you're here at Matilija Lake, and Matilija Lake is a delightful location to visit for more than one day, Middle Matilija Campground is a delightful location  
   to camp nearby.
Summertime highs at Matilija Lake frequently tend to be in the 70's. When the night sets in temperatures plunge down into the 50's. The cold days of the wintertime come with highs in the 60's while the cold winter nights at Matilija Lake are in the 40's. And if you're still looking for more outdoors cool things just keep reading. Golf can be played at Ojai Valley Inn and Spa Golf Course, and since you might be in a lake visiting mood you can
 
               always take a look at close by Mirror Lake. If you're here, you might as well stop by Cozy Dell Canyon, and at Matilija Dam right next door to Matilija Lake there are some interesting things to see.
Yep, outdoors fun stuff truly is plentiful here in the Sierra Madre. On a perfect day at Matilija Lake you can take a hike along the Ortega Trail; unsurprisingly Matilija Creek flows through this vicinity. Whohoo, so many entertaining things in one place! Matilija Lake rules!. Emerald Iguana Inn is a tremendous spot to get some rest, and not far from Matilija Lake you'll discover Lake Casitas which is a wonderful lake.
This lake is so wonderful. If the weather is pleasant here at Matilija Lake, you can go for a hike along the Cozy Dell Trail, and Ortegea Campground is a perfect local campground. There's no way anybody can get bored here in the Sierra Madre. Don’t forget to take a look at Berry Flat since you're here at Matilija Lake, and after a long day outdoors Ojai Rancho Inn is a good site to spend a night or two. An average amount of rainfall falls at Matilija Lake; the wettest month of the year is mostly February, that's the one that rains the most while July is regularly the driest month.

 
Emerald Iguana Inn, Ojai
4 miles away
Ojai's most intimate hideaway. Walking distance to downtown and restaurants. Each room or cottage is generously furnished with one-of-a-kind hand selected furnishings from around the world. Every gues...

Ojai Rancho Inn, Ojai
4 miles away
We are located just a short walk to downtown and just minutes away from local dining options. We have 18 rooms two of which are our beautiful private cottages with fireplaces. Some of our rooms have k...

Current weather conditions at Matilija Lake, Sierra Madre, Ventura County, California
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Local climate location: SANTA BARBARA 15 miles away


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  Coordinates:
Latitude: 34.48444
Longitude: -119.3078

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These outdoors activities are available near Matilija Lake.
 Hotels Near Matilija Lake:
Emerald Iguana Inn, Ojai, 4 miles away
Ojai Rancho Inn, Ojai, 4 miles away
Ojai Valley Inn & Spa, Ojai, 4 miles away
Ojai Valley Inn and Spa, Ojai, 4 miles away
Su Nido Inn, Ojai, 5 miles away
 Camp Grounds Near Matilija Lake:
Ortegea Campground, Ventura County, 3 miles away
Middle Matilija Campground, Ventura County, 4 miles away
Lake Casitas Recreation Area, Ventura, 4 miles away
Camp Comfort Park, Ojai, 5 miles away
 Hiking Trails Near Matilija Lake:
Cozy Dell Trail, Ventura County, 2 miles away
      1.5 hiking miles, 780 feet elevation difference
Ortega Trail, Ventura County, 3 miles away
       18.2 hiking miles, 1624 feet elevation difference
Pratt Trail, Ventura County, 4 miles away
      5.3 hiking miles, 2337 feet elevation difference
 Whitewater Near Matilija Lake:
Sespe Creek, Ventura CountyCounty, 18 miles away
      Class IV-V - 31.5 miles long (Lion Campground to Highway 126 bridge)
 National Parks Near Matilija Lake:
Channel Islands National Park, Ventura - CA, 11 miles away
Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area, Thousand Oaks - CA, 34 miles away
 Golf Courses Near Matilija Lake:
Ojai Valley Inn and Spa Golf Course, Ojai, 4 miles away
Clubhouse the at Soule Park Golf Course, Ojai, 6 miles away
 Lakes Near Matilija Lake:
Mirror Lake, Ventura CountyCounty, 4 miles away
Lake Casitas, Ventura CountyCounty, 7 miles away

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Lake Casitas Recreation Area
Please visit www.lakecasitas.info...The best place I have been to I am in Armstrong Mo. now it has been about 17 years when I was there last I wood like to see it one more time befor I die if any one has any pic will you email them to me at shblair1@mcmsys.com...

Ventura Oaks RV Park
...ate getaway? Situated just 2 miles from Lake Casitas, 10 miles from the ocean and 5 miles from Ojai, Ventura Oaks has the RV hookup for you!! Our Park offers a peaceful country setting, located only moments from all modern conveniences

Ventura Oaks is located within the rustic beauty of Ventura, only 10 minutes away from the Pacific Ocean! Full hookups including sewer and 30/50 amp electric! Restrooms, laundry and hot showers! Easy access to beaches, harbors, hiking, fishing, sightseeing, historic museums. Your Southern California charm is waiting to be explored! Long term is always welcome!

Nearby Recreation and attractions include:
Historic Ventura
Maritime Museum
Art & History Museum
1782 Spanish Mission
Archaeological Museum
Ronald Reagan Library
Navy SeaBee Museum
Farmers Market
Antique Shopping
Upscale Shopping
Performing Arts Centers
Historic Train Ride
Citrus Orchards Museum
Estuary Birding
Pacific Coast
Natl Marine Sanctuary
Channel Islands
Whale Watch Tours
Golf Courses
Camping
Coastal Bikeway

Ventura Beach RV Resort
11 miles away
One of the more pricey camping areas, but worth it when you look at the big picture - clean swimming pool, clean bathrooms with hot showers, convenient store selling such things as firewood, ice cream, marshmallows, & lots more, bike rentals, Saturday night bonfire with karaoke... etc. Just a short walk to the beach. Overall a nice family trip....

Steckel Park Campground
16 miles away
Hikers understand that alot of these trails are extremly difficult and unattended to by the U.S. Forestry service, do not attempt unless guided by someone who knows the area...

Carpinteria Camper Park
16 miles away
This is not a camper park; this is a non-profit affordable housing property; you cannot rent campers for recreational usage, only long-term residence if you qualify for affordable housing....

Evergreen RV Park
17 miles away
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Great place to live! Clean, safe, remodeled.. Close to shops, beach.....

Buell Reservoir
18 miles away
Where is Buell Resevoir? Never heard of it... Gibralter Lake , Jameson Reservoir yes or was it remaned?? - My maiden name is Cottam I was born & raised in Santa Barbara- Cottam Flat / Campground was named after my father who packed people over to Blue Canyon where at one time he had built a cabin there. Can someone contact me...as I am planning a family reunion and we will be hiking into Blue Canyon and will pass thru Cottam camprgound - I am assuming thea is the same location as Cottam Flats....

Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area
34 miles away
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Hi, please take a look at the attached photo.  I took it today in La Jolla Canyon, at the water fall (dry now).  Notice that a large rock appears to be loose and or without support.  It looks like the rock is supporting the trail above.  Someone should take a closer look at that rock.  In heavy rain it could come down.  It looks unstable....

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