Time to study and time to play.
When you need a break, you'll find there are lots of great things to do nearby.
Explore the big city
CI is almost exactly half-way between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara, two vibrant and thriving centers of arts, culture and entertainment. Both are only about 1 hour by car, or better yet: take the or to beat the traffic and enjoy the SoCal scenery in speed and comfort.
Grab a bite or drink
Camarillo has a , from locally caught fish to barbecued tri-tip, from Mexican to Mongolian. Take a stroll down Ventura Boulevard in old town Camarillo to find your new favorite spot. Or wander further afield to explore the or classic beach shack dining at on Pacific Coast Highway.
Eat local & seasonal
Our region provides a cornucopia of some of the world's best produce. Pick up seasonal, organic produce at the every Saturday. Be sure to sample the strawberries, citrus and avocados that Ventura County is known for.
Celebrate everything
This region loves , large and small, which take place year round. Whether , , or , there's always something new to discover.
Popcorn and a movie
Camarillo has featuring everything from latest Hollywood blockbuster to independent, art-house cinema.
Take a hike
There is great local hiking in the , including the spectacular (completed in 2016), with lots of great trails of all ability ranges (from leisurely to strenuous). Trails are accessible from both Potrero Road at and Pacific Coast Highway.
Come sail away
with regular trips by boat from the . Or through Campus Recreation.
Fun in the sun
Like to surf? CI is near plenty of great surf spots just minutes from our Camarillo campus, and lots of beautiful beaches for stretching out and soaking up the sun.
Roll on two wheels
The Camarillo area is well-known for its flat roads and prevalent , and Pacific Coast Highway makes for scenic bike touring.
Prefer the dirt? Plenty of dot the Santa Monica Mountains. Some of the closest are easily accessible from Potrero Road at or from Pacific Coast Highway.
Shop 'til you drop
Great shopping abounds at the , and plenty of other shopping opportunities in Oxnard and Thousand Oaks.
Get to know your neighbors
Our county is full unique and charming towns like , , , and .