Ventura River Estuary — Attraction in Ventura

We got there about 9:30 am after an hour drive. When we got there, there was at least four different types of birds including 8-10 beautiful large pelicans. It lasted 10 minutes until some decided their dog had permission to run in and chase the birds away. I am still confused over the complete inconsideration of not only the fact this is a bird estuary, the dog has a ton of space along the beach, and the disturbance of what was a peaceful, wonderful experience…for 10 minutes. We waited for an hour and a half for most of the birds to come back. Just as they were starting to, yep, two more dogs were allowed to run into the river and chase them away again. Makes me wonder what they would do if a lion was brought...

Very nice walking path, but a few more signs to identify the birds would be most helpful. It was unfortunate for us that the birds were scared off by a dog. A woman kept throwing a stick into the estuary for the dog to retrieve and she didn't care that she was disturbing the birds or the...

A great place to stroll, bike or run during the pandemic. Parking lot is to the north at Main and Peking. Porta Potty is there as well. Head south along the trail along the Ventura river and end at the see where it enters the ocean. Great sandy beach, though very windy when...