The people of Tejon Ranch take great pride in the careful and responsible management of the land entrusted to them.
In 2008, an agreement with five major environmental groups was forged to form partnerships ensuring continued stewardship that is already embedded the ranch’s culture. 90% of the land will remain undeveloped for future generations to enjoy. The agreement is an outgrowth of the vision for its land that Tejon Ranch has been articulating for years, a vision that includes extensive conservation.
This podcast offers an inside look into the culture of stewardship that permeates every aspect of Tejon, its programs and future development. It’s why the land is so breathtaking.
Barry Zoeller and Mike Campeau talk about stewardship and what it means to Tejon Ranch, its future residents and generations who will be able to enjoy the ranch for years to come because of this unprecedented effort.
Tejon Ranch is your not-so-secret stop between Southern and Northern California. Nearly 14 million people visit every year and that number keeps growing. Twenty-five percent of travelers from Los Angeles, Orange and Ventura Counties stop at Tejon Ranch when they’re traveling up I-5 to destinations in Northern and Central California like the Bay Area, Sacramento, Yosemite and Sequoia National Parks…and many, many others.
There’s good reason why. Hungry or road-weary travelers can shop, grab a bite to eat, or fuel up for their next adventure.
Where to Shop
Surrounded by the beautiful, scenic landscape of historic Tejon Ranch, the Outlets at Tejon serves the shopping needs of residents, tourists, and travelers alike. Recognized as a top shopping destination in the West for two years in a row by Groups Today magazine, the Outlets offer shoppers more than 60 top designer and value brands in fashion, footwear, accessories, and home goods to choose from. Stores include the Nike Factory Store, Levi’s Outlet Store, the new Express Outlet, and many more.
Attractive canopies completely cover the breezeways to shade customers complemented by energy-efficient fans, so shoppers can browse shops in comfort, rain or shine. Enjoy landscaped and hardscaped grounds, water features and relaxing furniture in open-air courtyards and curving retail promenades, as well as a pet-friendly atmosphere, which includes two grassy park areas. Hungry shoppers also have numerous food options including Subway, Tony’s Pizza, Don Perico’s, and more.
If you stop at the Outlets on Labor Day Weekend, be sure to check out the numerous sales and bargains!
On the Road: Services for Motorists
Beyond the Outlets, visitors have many other options to choose from at Tejon Ranch. The Travel Center is the perfect stop-off on your journeys across California.
Where to eat. Ample food options for travelers include In-N-Out Burger, Firehouse Subs, Chipotle, Pieology Pizza, Baja Fresh, Black Bear Diner, Habit Burger, and others. There are two Starbucks located at the Commerce Center, one on each side of I-5. Cool fact: The Starbucks on the west side ranks as one of the top five performing Starbucks in the nation. We love our coffee at Tejon.
Fuel up and charge up. Fuel offerings include TA and Petro, which served approximately 540,000 trucks and dispensed more than 1.1 million gallons of gas and nearly 1.6 million gallons of diesel each month in 2016. If you’re one of the lucky folks who own a Tesla, there are more than 20 Tesla charging stations available for your use.
Rest up. Too tired to get back on the road? Lodging offerings include a Best Western and Microtel. You’ll probably notice some construction activity. An 82-room Hampton Inn is being built and is scheduled to open next year.
We Look Forward to Seeing You Soon
Whether you’re just out for the day exploring Tejon Ranch or driving up and down California on your way to fun and exciting destinations, Tejon Ranch is the perfect place in the middle of your road trip to cool your heals, chow down, fill up, and do some shopping.
Pro tips from Mike Campeau. Mike Campeau has been associated with Tejon Ranch for over 40 years in various outdoor programs.
Mike Campeau
Hiking Tejon Ranch is a great way to get exercise, get outside, and explore all that we have to offer. If you belong to our Explorer Membership you’ll have access to thousands of acres of our stunning hills and valleys, from sunrise to sunset. But, before you lace up your shoes boots and put on a backpack and come hiking, we have some tips to make your hike fun and engaging.
- Prepare for the elements. Tejon Ranch can be chilly in the morning then blazing hot during the day, or sunny one moment and rainy the next. Bring extra water, food, and a hydration system. Wear boots with strong ankle support to handle the different trails at Tejon Ranch. We have wildlife trails, cattle trails, and meandering dirt roads or jeep trails each with their own varying degree of walkability. A walking stick might be helpful as well.
- Bring a headlight and first-aid kit. Just in case you get injured or get stuck out on the trails after the sun goes down, each of these will come in handy. (Remember, there’s no overnight camping on the Ranch – you’ll need to get back to your campsite anyhow.)
- Bring a GPS unit or SPOT device. Cell service can be limited in certain areas of the Ranch so bring a device that works without cell service. SPOT tracking provides a GPS trail of your route so you can be tracked if you get lost. Remember, we’re an actual working ranch and we have more than 25,000 acres to explore. We encourage wandering but not getting lost.
- Bring your smartphone or digital camera. Even without cell service you can still use your phone’s camera. And trust us, you’ll need it. From rugged mountains, steep canyons, oak-covered rolling hills, and broad valleys, to an assortment of wildlife, there’s a lot to take in and capture with a camera.
- Hike in the morning or late afternoon. These are the best times when the Tejon Ranch resident wildlife really put on a show. You might see California mule deer, black bear, Rocky Mountain Elk, and red-tail hawks soaring through the sky. It’s breathtaking to see a golden eagle get swept up in the wind currents. And as the sun goes down, stargazing at the Ranch is out of this world.
Tejon Ranch offers beginner and seasoned hikers an amazing backdrop to explore our legacy and heritage. We want to stress that you should be prepared before coming out and visiting us. Dress right, bring food and water and bug spray, sunscreen and a hat. But most of all? Have a great time exploring!
For more information on joining our Explorer Membership and getting access to the ranch to hike (as well as biking, camping, photography and other fun activities) contact Christine Hollis at (661) 663-4284 or chollis@tejonranch.com
