“Ventura County is located north of Los Angeles and many people who work in the San Fernando Valley live in Ventura County at the “beach” as it is more affordable and offers a more relaxed life style than beach cities in LA. It is cooler than the more southern areas and that is especially welcome in the hot summer months. Much of what visitors want to see and do is centered in the beach, harbor or mission locations. Drive north from LA on the 101 about 40 miles which could take 30 minutes to 3 hours depending on the time of day. See our central coast website for a look at Ventura, Oxnard, Santa Barbara and other sights along the Pacific Coast Highway (101)”.—First Timers Guide To Ventura.
