Then city is divided by the Arroyo Simi river, and generally the area north of the river,containing Old Town Moorpark and Campus Park, is somewhat older tahn the area south of the river.

"Old Town Moorpark" is the area surrounding High Street, and is the historic center of the city. A feature of the downtown area are the pepper trees that line the High Street. This area also features unique shops and restuarants.

The peach Hill and Mountain Meadows neighborhoods are south of the Arroyo Simi, and most of the homes there have been built within the last 30 years.Moorpark High School is in this area, as well as many parks, including the Arroyo Vista Park and recreation Center,the city's largest park.

The city is serviced by Amtrak and Metrolink commuter rail, with a station on High Street in the center of the city.