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Lake Casitas Recreation Area, located at 11311 Santa Ana Rd, Ventura, CA, is a popular outdoor destination centered around Lake Casitas. It offers a variety of recreational activities including fishing (renowned for bass), boating (with restrictions on body-contact water sports as it's a drinking water reservoir), camping, picnicking, hiking, and biking. The area also features the Casitas Water Adventure park, providing family-friendly aquatic fun.
Specific pool temperatures for the Casitas Water Adventure park within Lake Casitas Recreation Area are not publicly available. However, water park pools are typically heated for visitor comfort during operating hours and seasons.
What are people saying (AI review summary)? text: "People say this park offers spacious campsites with full hook-ups, a water park, and boat rentals. They also highlight the beautiful lake views, the variety of activities, and the family-friendly atmosphere.\n\nOther reviews mention the restrooms can be poorly maintained." language_code: "en-US"
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Good for Children
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Accepts Credit Cards
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Accessible Entrance
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Listing Reviews
August 13th, 2025Richard Naimy
We stayed at Casitas Campground and had a great time. Our campsite overlooked the lake, which made for a beautiful view every morning and evening. We spent a day at the waterpark and loved relaxing in the lazy river. The Little Café at the boat launch had tasty food—on the expensive side, but worth it. The food truck in front of the waterpark was also good, though a bit pricey. The campsites themselves are spacious and well-maintained, making it easy to spread out and enjoy the outdoors. Overall, a fun and relaxing place for a camping trip.
June 6th, 2025Jennifer Sparks Crow
We recently spent a few days camping at Lake Casitas, and overall, it was a great experience! We stayed in the Fox campground, and we were pleasantly surprised by how spacious the sites were—plenty of room to spread out and enjoy some privacy. The full hook-ups made things especially convenient for our RV. One of the highlights for us was the on-site water park, which is open on weekends. It was a fun way to cool off and spend a few hours, especially for families with kids. While the lake itself is beautiful and adds a peaceful atmosphere to the campground, it’s important to note that no direct contact with the water is allowed (no swimming or wading). Still, the views are lovely and make for a very relaxing backdrop. There are boat rentals available, which is a great option for getting out on the water. They are a bit pricey, but it’s a fun splurge if you’re looking to do something different. As for amenities, the bathrooms are very basic—just a toilet, no sinks—so be prepared for that. But that was a minor inconvenience compared to the overall comfort of the campsite. All in all, Lake Casitas offers a peaceful and scenic place to camp, especially if you’re looking for a quiet weekend with good space, full hook-ups, and some family-friendly activities. We’ll definitely consider coming back
June 23rd, 2025Larry Phong - PAS Architects
We stayed at Site M at Lake Casitas for a weekend camping trip with 12 people across two sites. The lakefront views were absolutely beautiful, with a gentle hillside providing a clear line of sight to the water. It’s peaceful, scenic, and especially great for families looking to relax in nature. Each campsite had room for 2–3 medium tents and 2–3 cars, though only one vehicle is included per site. We didn’t realize until later that extra cars cost $30 each—this detail was buried in the long confirmation email and not easy to spot. Worth checking ahead of time. The kids enjoyed the small playground right by the water—not fancy but perfect for burning off energy with a gorgeous lake backdrop. The fire pit had a built-in grill (though a bit worn), which worked well for both BBQ and evening bonfires. Bring foil or a grill brush if you want it cleaner, but it does the job. Restrooms were just okay—not very clean, and they only had toilets and urinals, no sinks. There are water faucets spaced every 200–300 feet, which was helpful, but no showers available on-site (at least not nearby). Be prepared for that. We tried our luck at fishing—the water was clear and clean, and we spotted some 12–14” carp swimming close to shore. No bites this time (no carp bait!), but the area is safe for kids to skip rocks or dip their feet. There’s also a small flooded bridge between sites that seems like a great fishing or photo spot. The best part of the trip was simply the time spent together: campfire chats, grilled food, drinks, and even movie night with our own projector. Nature, family, laughter—it was the kind of weekend that stays with you.
June 17th, 2025Elizabeth
First time going to this campsite. My whole family was here for the first time we got three camp sites together thinking it would be enough space. We had 6 family members 2 per campsite which wasn't enough space We should have gotten one extra space just for the food and game. But overall the experience was nice. The restroom was near us maybe a 2-minute walk. They do have showers but they were so far that you have to drive there because they close the ones near us. Gotta pay if you want to shower 4 minutes =$1
September 5th, 2025DIANE MCNAUGHT
What a disaster. Staff didn’t seem to care at all. I booked a 50 A back-in, then changed dates and asked for a pull-through. They offered one—but didn’t mention it was only 30 A. I arrived, unhitched, and discovered the 30 A limitation. No apology, no help. They did have a 50 A for one night, so I accepted, but they told me I’d have to move and unhook four times over seven nights to stay as booked. They refused to contact other guests to see if they could switch spots, despite the extra fees I paid ($600+, including a $100 pet fee and change fees). I saw no effort to help, and their tone was rude. Also, arrival was disorganized—no map, no directions, no gate-hour info until I asked. Grounds are littered with trash, including balloons, yet I was charged $100 for pets. Yes, the campground is reasonably nice—but it’s way overpriced for the poor service and dirty grounds.
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Opening Hours
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
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| Monday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
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