Haunted Dairy Farm, Camarillo
Details
It's Halloween season, so let's visit the abandoned Camarillo State Hospital dairy farm which once thrived with cattle and working patients from the hospital. Today it is known as the Scary Dairy and is supposedly haunted!
Hike Details
My hikes are slow paced (1.5-2 mph) and the end time is approximate only. We take breaks, we explore, and we don't leave anyone behind. If this hike is not what you are looking for, please find another that best suits your needs. Thank you.
Today's hike is just under 5 miles (more if we want to explore) with an elevation gain of about 370' (see map in the photo gallery). We will do some hiking prior to exploring the dairy and its cool looking abandoned buildings, then continue the hike till we reach the parking lot.
The scary dairy is at the CSU Channel Islands University Park.
Time and Parking Fee
Meet me at 12:00 noon at the Channel Islands Condors parking lot. There is a parking fee of $6.00 that you will pay at the sign with a QR code.
Be sure to read the directions below CAREFULLY, it is easy to miss the turnoff to the parking lot.
Details:
- Terrain: fire road, single track
- Difficulty: Fit beginner, intermediate
- Restrooms: no
- Water fountain: no
- Dogs: Only if leashed
- Known Dangers: slip and fall, rattlesnakes, mountain bikers
- High winds, rain, hot weather, or fire will cancel this hike
Checklist:
- Bring 2 liters of water, snacks, electrolytes, hiking poles if needed
- Wear good hiking boots/shoes, sunscreen, hat
- Bring a jacket for cooler weather
All Trails map: Haunted Dairy Farm - CSUCI
Late Lunch / Early Dinner?
Let's top off the day with great Mexican food at one of my favorites, the El Tecolote Restaurant on Lewis Road, about 10 minutes from the dairy farm.
DIRECTIONS
Once you turn onto Camarillo Street and cross the bridge over the creek, the entrance is immediately on the left-hand side after the bridge. You will enter a gravel area and see a trailhead kiosk. Veer to the right and keep driving a short distance to the Channel Islands Condors parking lot which will be on the left.
- Google Coordinates: 34.178802, -119.038630
- View the Google Map
- Detailed driving directions from CSUCI
DISCLAIMER / RELEASE OF LIABILITY:
- You must RSVP to attend this event, no exceptions.
- The PM Hiker organizers are not trained leaders and do not confirm the qualifications of any of its members to lead or participate in trips.
- If you sign up for any event, you are releasing the PM Hiker organizers from all liability in case of possible injuries.
- Hiking and other outdoor events can be dangerous, and accidents can happen.
- Per Meetup rules, you are responsible for your own safety and well-being. Your personal safety depends on your own judgment and experience. You take full responsibility for your own actions.
- These rules apply to any guests you may invite.