Ojai, Mountain city in Ventura County, US
Located in a 10-mile-long valley surrounded by mountains, Ojai spans across lower and upper sections at an elevation of 227 meters.
Originally named Nordhoff in 1874 after writer Charles Nordhoff, the city received its current name from the Chumash word 'Awha'y' meaning moon.
The Ojai Music Festival attracts numerous musicians and composers, presenting classical performances within the outdoor setting of Libbey Park.
Local ordinances restrict chain stores to maintain independent retailers, creating a commercial environment focused on small, independent businesses.
The former Ventura and Ojai Valley Railroad, which connected the area to Ventura in 1898, now serves as the Ojai Valley Trail.
Location: Ventura County
Inception: August 5, 1921
Elevation above the sea: 227 m
Part of: California's 19th State Senate district, California's 37th State Assembly district
Shares border with: Meiners Oaks, Mira Monte, Los Padres National Forest
Website: https://ojaicity.org
GPS coordinates: 34.44825,-119.24658
Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:11
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