Ventura

Located midway between Santa Barbara and Malibu, the city of Ventura is acclaimed for its relaxed sophistication and coastal character. Residents and visitors enjoy miles of beaches, diverse parks, Lake Casitas, a revitalized downtown, Mission San Buenaventura, the Ventura Pier, and a wonderful harbor with the Channel Islands National Parks Museum. It boasts a backdrop of foothills and scenic vistas of the Pacific Ocean, Point Mugu, Anacapa and Santa Cruz Island. With its warm Mediterranean climate, Ventura offers surfing, sailing and endless water recreation, golfing, hiking, and rich history with proximity to both Los Angeles and Santa Barbara.