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Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach

Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach

United States, California, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton 

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United States, California, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton 

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Located in the city of Oceanside, Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach is a private, half a mile long, and a wide beach that can only be accessed by military personnel and their families. Also known as Churches Beach and Church, Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach is situated on federal property in Camp Pendleton and is a well-known surfing spot.

If you get hungry, there are many restaurants within a 10-minute drive of Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach. If you are looking for an upscale restaurant, Harbor Grill Restaurant at Dana Point serves oysters, prawns, shrimps, soups, salads, wines, and cocktails in a beautiful indoor patio setting. The pancake restaurant Stacks Pancake House has a large menu of American comfort foods including pancakes, omelets, burgers, French fries, and waffles for breakfast and lunch. Another good restaurant near Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach is Jimmy's Famous American Tavern that offers fish ‘n’ chips, meatballs, ice cream sandwiches, and beer – and was awarded the Travellers’ Choice 2020 Award by Tripadvisor.

If you are looking for a hotel near Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach, you can drive 15 minutes. The 4-Star oceanfront hotel Laguna Cliffs Marriott Resort & Spa offers beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean and many amenities including two pools, two bars, a spa, a sauna, a restaurant, a gym, a miniature golf course, a splash court, a ping-pong table, a kids’ splash zone, and snorkeling, canoeing, horseback riding, and hiking tours. DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Doheny Beach - Dana Point is a 3-Star pet-friendly hotel with a pool, lounge, rooftop bar, restaurant, fitness center, and an outdoor patio seating with ocean views. If you are looking for an affordable hotel near Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach, the 2-Star AAA-rated pet-friendly hotel Best Western Plus Marina Shores Hotel offers 34 incredible two-room suites and eight spacious king suites with whirlpool tubs.

Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach offers many amenities including restrooms, picnic tables, cottages, playgrounds, a campground, and a beach club. If you are looking for additional amenities, you can rent surfboards, stand-up paddleboards, and bodyboards at the beach. There are a couple of fun activities at Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach including surfing, paddle boarding, and camping.

If you are looking for attractions near Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach, you can drive 11 minutes to San Clemente Pier, a long wooden pier known for the awesome ocean and harbor views, restaurants, surfing, whale watching, and photography. Mission San Juan Capistrano, Landmark, Chapel, Museum, and Gardens is a historic Spanish museum featuring cultural and religious history-related artifacts and photographs, exhibitions, an antique shop, private VIP tours, and student field trips. If you like hiking, Dana Point Headlands Conservation Area is a coastal promontory with a trail that overlooks the Dana Point Harbor and is home to many rare and endangered plants and animals. Another great attraction near Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach is Pilgrim, a full-sized replica of a 19th-century ship of the same name that has been the setting for many famed movies and television series including Steven Spielberg’s Amistad and Power Rangers Turbo.

Getting to Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach is very easy – after you get off of Interstate 5, drive to the end of Beach Club Road to find the beach’s entrance and paid day-use parking area on your right.

If you are looking for attractions near Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach, you can drive 11 minutes to San Clemente Pier, a long wooden pier known for the awesome ocean and harbor views, restaurants, surfing, whale watching, and photography. Mission San Juan Capistrano, Landmark, Chapel, Museum, and Gardens is a historic Spanish museum featuring cultural and religious history-related artifacts and photographs, exhibitions, an antique shop, private VIP tours, and student field trips. If you like hiking, Dana Point Headlands Conservation Area is a coastal promontory with a trail that overlooks the Dana Point Harbor and is home to many rare and endangered plants and animals. Another great attraction near Camp Pendleton - San Onofre Beach is Pilgrim, a full-sized replica of a 19th-century ship of the same name that has been the setting for many famed movies and television series including Steven Spielberg’s Amistad and Power Rangers Turbo.

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IN7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

INRestroom Available

INBeige

IN1482 16th St, Oceanside, CA 92058, USA

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    Does Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach have parking? If so, is it free or paid?

    No, this Beach does not have dedicated parking but has street parking near the entrance.

    Does Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach have lifeguards?

    No, this Beach does not have lifeguards monitoring the beach - please be careful when swimming on this beach.

    Is Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach a family-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not family-friendly and does not have restrooms, lifeguards, and nearby food.

    Is Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach good for swimming?

    Yes, this Beach boasts excellent swimming conditions, attracting swimmers of all skill levels with its gentle waves and clear waters.

    Does Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach have restrooms?

    Yes, Restrooms are conveniently available on or adjacent to the beach at this Beach.

    Is Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach a nude beach?

    No, this Beach maintains a family-friendly atmosphere and does not allow nude bathing.

    Is there food near Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach?

    No, this Beach does not have nearby food options - please plan your beach day accordingly.

    What are the activities at Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach?

    Yes, this Beach is renowned for its vibrant beach scene, offering various activities for everyone to enjoy Camping, Surfing.

    Does Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach have accommodations for people with disabilities?

    Yes, this Beach offers accommodations for people with disabilities, allowing everyone to relish the coastal experience.

    Is Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach a dog-friendly beach?

    No, this Beach is not dog-friendly.

    Is Camp Pendleton – San Onofre Beach good for surfing?

    Yes, surfing is an activity that is frequently enjoyed at this Beach.

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