Moorpark

Discover Moorpark

Moorpark, established in 1900 and named after the Moorpark Apricot, is a charming city in Ventura County known for its strong agricultural roots, historic downtown, and family-oriented community.

Agriculture & Family Fun

• Underwood Family Farms: The city's top attraction, this working farm offers a "pick-your-own" experience for seasonal fruits and vegetables. It is famous for its large-scale themed events, including the Fall Harvest Festival, Easter Festival, and Christmas on the Farm.
• America's Teaching Zoo: Located at Moorpark College, this unique facility is the home of the world-renowned Exotic Animal Training and Management (EATM) program. It is open to the public on weekends, offering up-close encounters with a wide variety of exotic animals.

Culture & History

• Historic High Street: The heart of Moorpark’s old town, featuring early 20th-century architecture, local eateries, and the High Street Arts Center, a restored 1927 theater that hosts plays, musicals, and concerts.
• Moorpark College Observatory: Boasting the only public observatory in Ventura County, it offers community stargazing events and educational programs.
• Civil War Reenactment: Historically one of the largest reenactments on the West Coast, this annual event at Underwood Family Farms brings history to life with period costumes and authentic cannons.

Outdoor Recreation

• Happy Camp Canyon Regional Park: A 3,000-acre wilderness area with over 12 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and equestrian use, offering rugged beauty and scenic views of the surrounding valleys.
• Rustic Canyon Golf Course: Widely considered one of the best value-for-money golf courses in California, it features a links-style layout that utilizes the natural landscape.
• Arroyo Vista Community Park: The city's primary recreation hub, hosting major community events like the Apricot Festival & Art Fair and the annual 3rd of July fireworks celebration.

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