Ojai Valley
Utilities, schools, medical care, dining, government, and community links for residents and buyers in the Ojai Valley. Maintained by Sheryl Whipple, NextHome Pacific Coast Realty.
Essential Services
Electric utility serving the Ojai Valley. Start/stop service, report outages, pay bills online.
Gas service for the Ojai Valley. Start/stop service, report leaks, manage your account online.
Primary water provider for the Ojai Valley, sourcing from Lake Casitas, the Ventura River, and local groundwater.
Serves the unincorporated Meiners Oaks community in the Ojai Valley with treated ground and surface water.
Trash, recycling, and yard trimmings collection for City of Ojai residents. One free bulky item pickup per year.
Sewer and wastewater service for over 20,000 residents in the Ojai Valley.
Several providers serve the Ojai Valley with varying availability by address.
Main USPS post office serving the Ojai Valley.
Local, State & Federal
Elected Mayor of the City of Ojai in November 2024. Former Oak Grove School teacher and longtime Ojai community leader.
Five-member council serving as the legislative body for the City of Ojai. District-based elections since 2018.
Governs unincorporated areas of the Ojai Valley outside city limits. Five supervisorial districts.
Ojai is represented in the California State Assembly and Senate. Find your specific representative by address.
Ojai is in California's 26th Congressional District. Find your federal representatives by address.
Key numbers for Ojai Valley residents.
Education
Serves all public schools in the Ojai Valley including elementary, middle, and high school levels.
Ojai USD operates several elementary schools including Topa Topa, Meiners Oaks, and Mira Monte. School assignment depends on address.
Serves Ojai Valley students in grades 6–8.
The public high school for the Ojai Valley, serving grades 9–12. Home of the Rangers.
Prestigious boarding and day school in the Ojai Valley, founded in 1889. Known for its riding program and academic rigor.
Founded in the tradition of Krishnamurti, Oak Grove emphasizes self-inquiry, nature, and holistic learning.
One of California's few remaining boarding schools for younger students, serving grades K–12. Known for its equestrian program, small classes, and beautiful 200-acre campus in Upper Ojai.
Augustinian Catholic college-preparatory boarding and day school for grades 9–12. Founded in 1924, known for academic rigor, values-based education, and a strong sense of community.
A thriving self-directed learning community in Upper Ojai serving over 200 young people. Interest-driven, relationship-based education on a 4-acre campus with a wood shop, science lab, music studio, greenhouse, gardens, and more. Partners with Ojai USD's independent study program.
Health & Medical
The valley's local hospital with a 24-hour Emergency Department. 103-bed acute care facility serving the entire Ojai Valley.
Larger campus in Ventura for advanced care, specialists, surgery, and maternity services. Works in tandem with the Ojai campus.
Multiple urgent care locations throughout Ventura County for non-emergency care. Check website for nearest location and hours.
Independent and chain pharmacies serve the Ojai Valley. Rite Aid and CVS locations are available in Ventura, ~30 minutes away.
County mental health services, crisis support, and community resources for Ventura County residents.
Full-service veterinary care for the Ojai Valley.
Eat, Shop & Explore
Nature & Recreation
A beloved 9.5-mile paved multi-use trail running through the entire valley — from Ojai to Ventura. Ideal for walking, cycling, and running. Shaded by oaks through much of its length.
Trail info ↗Over 1.75 million acres of wilderness bordering the Ojai Valley. Hiking, camping, and horseback riding. Trailheads accessible directly from the valley.
fs.usda.gov ↗A 6-mile-long reservoir west of Ojai. Fishing, camping, boating, and picnicking. Home to record-size largemouth bass. No swimming.
18-hole public golf course in the heart of the Ojai Valley. Scenic and affordable, open to all.
The valley's landmark resort, with a world-class spa, tennis, golf, dining, and sweeping mountain views. A beloved community institution since 1923.
A network of trails along the Ventura River and surrounding hillsides. Access points throughout the valley, including near Macdonald Drive.
AllTrails — Ojai ↗
Arts, Culture & Events
Stay Connected
Transport & Distances
| Destination | Notes | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Ventura (coast, shopping, hospital) | Hwy 33 south | ~30 min |
| Santa Barbara | Hwy 33 to 101 north | ~45 min |
| Camarillo / Oxnard | Hwy 33 to 101 south | ~45 min |
| Los Angeles (downtown) | Hwy 33 to 101 to 405 | ~80–90 min |
| LAX | Via 101 | ~90 min |
| Santa Paula | Hwy 150 east | ~20 min |
| Carpinteria / Summerland | Via 101 north | ~35 min |