Santa Paula is a city located in Ventura County, California, United States. It is situated in the Santa Clara River Valley, approximately 65 miles northwest of Los Angeles. The city has a population of around 29,000 people, according to the 2020 census. Santa Paula is known for its historic downtown district, agriculture, and its proximity to the scenic Santa Paula Canyon and Los Padres National Forest. The city is also home to the California Oil Museum, which showcases the region's rich oil history.