Los Padres Forest Association - Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center

The Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center is a vital establishment within the Los Padres Forest, serving as the first dedicated visitor center in the forest's century-long history. Since its inception in 2001, the center has welcomed countless visitors, offering expert guidance on a range of recreational activities and educational opportunities available in the forest.

Visitors can partake in educational programs held every Saturday between May and September, with summer programs awaiting announcement later in the season. Earn your Junior Ranger Badge at the center and explore the nearby Wheeler Gorge Nature Trail, a leisurely 0.7-mile loop providing insights into local flora and fauna.

Operated by the Los Padres Forest Association, the Wheeler Gorge Visitor Center relies on donations and sales to fund its programs. The center offers a wealth of information on the forest's natural history, trail maps, Adventure Passes, and forest-related memorabilia. It aims to be a community hub for residents of Ojai Valley, Ventura, and surrounding areas, inviting both seasoned forest enthusiasts and weekend adventurers to discover something new at the Gorge.

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