Harmon Reopened

Harmon Canyon Preserve is open again! After some much-needed rain, our trails have dried out, and we’re excited to welcome you back for hiking, biking, and soaking in Ventura’s natural beauty. As always, please tread lightly, stick to designated trails, and be mindful of fellow visitors. Thanks for your patience see you out there!

Please keep an eye on our website and social media for the most up to date information on Preserve operations.

Closure for Upper Harmon Canyon

Upper Harmon Canyon past the intersection with Long Canyon Rd. will remain closed due to complications with road repairs. The 2023/2024 wet season brought over 35 inches of rain, causing significant damage to trails and roads, especially north of the 1.5-mile gate. While Ventura Land Trust (VLT) is eager to restore access, repairing these roads falls under Southern California Edison’s (SCE) responsibility, as they lie within SCE’s easement area for high-tension power lines. If VLT were to conduct repairs and they later failed, the trust could be held financially liable.

Earlier this year, VLT worked with SCE to expedite road repairs, but in September, SCE reclassified the project from “maintenance” to “improvement,” transferring oversight to their civil engineering department. As a result, there is no timeline for completion, leaving Upper Harmon Canyon inaccessible for now.

In the meantime, VLT is actively seeking solutions while balancing environmental stewardship and public safety. For updates or questions, contact info@venturalandtrust.org.