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Ojai Meadows Preserve

4.6Google rating(134 reviews)
Ojai Meadows Preserve

Known For

Open meadow trails where the birding rivals the scenery

Ojai Meadows Preserve offers great-for-photos grassland scenery and a local-favorite walking loop that feels genuinely wild for something this close to downtown. The moody light at dusk here is its own reward.

🕐Best time to visit: Early mornings in November when the mist still holds

1601 Maricopa Hwy, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

Our Take

Ojai Meadows Preserve has that open, undeveloped quality that makes it feel like a genuine exhale after the town's busier streets — local wildlife, native grasses, and serious golden hour potential. It's a solid charming spot for walkers and photographers who want something quieter than a trailhead.

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Downtown

1601 Maricopa Hwy, Ojai, CA 93023, USA

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