Facilities

Club House

Laundry Room

Swimming Pool

Hot Tub

Fitness Center

Game Room

Rec Hall

Pavilion

Exercise Room

Restroom/Shower

Restroom Only

Shower Only

Restaurant

Groceries

RV Supplies

ATM Machine

WiFi

Dog Park

Cocktail Lounge

Dog Washing Station

Pit Toilet

Snack Bar

Play Ground

Sites

Water

20 Amp

30 Amp

50 Amp

Sewer

Cable TV

Services

Escort to Site

Self-Service RV Wash

Metered LP Gas

Firewood

Fishing Supplies

Pet Supplies

Onsite Rentals

Worship Services

Golf Carts

Fishing Guides

Onsite RV Service

Staffed RV Wash

Fishing Licenses

Complimentary Breakfast

Recreational activities in or near the park

Recreational Activities

Archery Range

ATV Riding

Biking

Boating

Body Of Water

Casino

Climbing

Dock

Driving Range

Fishing

Golf

Heated Pool

Hiking

Horseback Riding

Horseshoes

Kayaking

Lawn Bowling

Mini Golf

Paddle Boats

Pickle Ball

Putting Green

Ramp

Sauna

Shuffleboard

Snow Sports

Splash Pad

Swimming

Tennis

Wading Pool

Water Slide

Water Sports

Water Umbrella

Whitewater Rafting

Policies

RV Age Restrictions

Pets Welcome

Pet Restrictions

Pet Restriction on Quantity

Pet Restriction on Breed

Pet Restriction on Size

No Pets

Tent Camping Allowed

Folding Tent Campers Allowed

No Tents

No Overnight Guests

<h2>Overview</h2><p>The San Onofre Recreation Beach, located within the sprawling Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, offers a unique coastal retreat for authorized military personnel and their families. This destination provides an unmatched <strong>oceanfront experience</strong> that is rare for RV enthusiasts. The park is characterized by its quiet, rugged beauty, allowing guests to wake up to the sound of crashing waves while enjoying a private slice of the Southern California coastline. It serves as a peaceful getaway that highlights the natural beauty of the Pacific shoreline.</p><h2>Location & Surroundings</h2><p>Nestled just south of San Clemente, California, the park occupies a prime spot between the base and the Pacific Ocean. Its <strong>coastal geography</strong> creates a secluded atmosphere, far removed from the typical bustle of Southern California tourist hubs. Guests are positioned directly on the beach, providing easy access to miles of sand and surf. The surroundings are defined by coastal bluffs and protected habitats, offering a serene environment that feels worlds away from base operations.</p><h2>Amenities & Park Features</h2><p>The facility provides essential services designed to make long or short stays comfortable. Guests will find <strong>full hookup sites</strong> capable of accommodating various RV sizes, ensuring that basic utility needs are met. Beyond the sites, the park includes access to laundry facilities and common areas. While the amenities are straightforward and functional, the primary attraction remains the <strong>beach access</strong>, which allows visitors to transition from their RV door to the water in mere seconds.</p><h2>Nearby Attractions & Things to Do</h2><p>While the beach is the primary draw, the location serves as a gateway to local culture. Nearby San Clemente offers charming shopping and dining options for those who want to explore off-base. The area is also famous for its <strong>world-class surfing</strong>, attracting enthusiasts from all over the region. For history buffs, the proximity to various California missions and the unique coastal trails provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor exploration and learning about the region's rich maritime heritage.</p><h2>Who This Park Is Best For</h2><p>This park is an excellent choice for active duty, retirees, and authorized military families looking for a <strong>tranquil seaside escape</strong>. Because it is a military-exclusive facility, it caters to those seeking a secure environment with a distinct sense of community. It is ideal for travelers who prioritize proximity to nature over resort-style luxury. If you enjoy waking up to the ocean breeze and value a quiet, beach-focused lifestyle, this location will likely become a favorite travel destination.</p>



Military Park San Onofre Rec Beach MCB Camp Pendleton is a beach located on the Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in San Clemente, California. The beach is open to the public and offers a variety of recreational activities, including swimming, surfing, fishing, and camping. The beach is also home to a variety of wildlife, including dolphins, sea lions, and sea birds. The beach is a popular destination for military personnel and their families, as well as visitors from around the world.

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Military Park San Onofre Rec Beach (MCB Camp Pendleton)

Discover the San Onofre Rec Beach in San Clemente, CA. This military RV park offers full hookups and direct beach access for an unforgettable coastal stay.

Military Park San Onofre Rec Beach: San Clemente, CA

My son is in the Navy, so we came here camping fir a few nights on my visit from Illinois. Sites are very nice. Not all, but most have fire pits available. Only a handful do not. Hot showers, flushing toilets. Best of all, camping at the beach with family!

Access- at the San Onofre Gate, military ID required. Google maps has you exit and go to the state park beach access which is wrong. When you enter down on the beach go up the hill either way and hit the check in office.

Sites- closer to the entry have wider spots and fire pits. Down closer to the bathroom side the sites are tighter and no fire pits.

Bathrooms- are well taken care of, single bathrooms on the corners and coded door for the full public shower,
Restrooms, which are open air. Laundry is on an app, and is about $3 per wash and $3 for dry.

Campsites- are outdated, some electric hook ups are old and dont work well while sone are newer. The RV pad is old asphalt and cracked, the ground is undeveloped and caked in dirt.

Surfers- walk around the fence on the south side of the beach to access the waves north side, never any issues from anyone but its something to note.

MPs and Lifeguards- are always around making sure everything is OK.

Commissary and PX- are very close that makes it very convenient for groceries and necessities. Gas and Firestone are right there too.

Overall, great views, convenient location, no issues at all, place needs an update especially with prices there should be something there to show for it.

We stayed at The Point campsite in a tent. First of all the staff were very friendly- our review is not commenting on that. The campsite quality was not commensurate with the cost. We paid for 2 nights at $130. The campsite quality was horrendous, it looks like no effort was taken to make it nice in years. Stickers and weeds everywhere to the point we had to do our own landscaping to pitch a tent. The campsite location is a few yards away from train tracks- which can be a romantic sound- but not when it’s 20 yards from your tent. We were also too far away from the beach for the waves to cover the sound of I-5, we might as well have been camping on the shoulder of the highway. Also- nothing can be done I imagine about it but it’s worth mentioning: what’s the point of a military campground if random people can get access to the space? The beach and campground is filled with civilians who wander through and the surf is crowded from them- so another “what’s the point?” If it was $20 a night I would understand but not at this price point. Would not recommend.

Park Review

1. Park Quality -  I give the park a grade of fair for a number of reasons. First off, the entire park is open to anyone with base access, meaning, people (mainly surfers) can come and drive though/park wherever they want. I understand that there are day use areas and the beach is public but if I’m paying (and a high daily rate for a military park) I should have some sort of “exclusivity”. Showers, bathrooms and laundry were the worst I’d experienced. Anyone that comes to surf or otherwise hang out, has access. (seems that everyone knows the codes to access the showers) The laundry was always open and most machines were broken. (signs claiming they would be replaced in Nov 25 but someone said the signs were there a long time and doubted replacement)   Chances are I would not return to this park.

2. Sites - I stayed at two different sites, #41 which was in the lower area directly across from the beach. Most of these sites are narrow and back up to a hill that is infested with ground squirrels. I say this because it drove my dog nuts and I could keep my shades open. The office was very accommodating after about a week and let me move to sites #103. This is on the cliff overlooking the ocean and was a much better option for my dog's sanity. Most of these sites are much deeper and wider and felt more private. Also, it is away from the main access road, so much quieter. I would stay at these sites again if I were to return.

3. Location - Just down I-5 from San Juan Capistrano which gives you lots of options for restaurants, walking trails, and shopping. (Amazon locker is very close for shipping)

4. Noise - The ocean is loud and masks almost all noise on the lower sites. The upper sites will experience train noise, as freight and passenger trains run just outside the park to the east. Only once was I jarred awake by the trains. (it does often feel like a low level earthquake)

5. Cell Service - Verizon was two bars of 5G

6. Wifi - Park WiFi does exist but you’ll need to rent a box from the office. My T-Mobile 5G Gateway and it was 70 Mbps down and 43 Mbps up.

7. Rates - $79 a day plus $3 a day for a dog

8. Access - Of course you need to be a qualified person to make a reservation and utilize the park. Follow the directions in the confirmation email as Google will lead you on a boondoggle.

9. Dog Friendliness - The walkability is great for dog but as mentioned, if your dog chases things you can expect it to be a constant battle while walking the park.

Wrapping it up. If I were to return, as mentioned I would stay up on the upper level.

Peaceful getaway. This military famcamp is right on the ocean with lots of surfing opportunities.  They still have some tent sites available even after losing the ocean-front row of tent sites to erosion. They have two large bathroom/laundry facilities and can support a large event such as weddings. MCX/Commissary/Gas station w/propane are all close by.  San Clemente pier is very close by car or bike.

Security Alert
Some guard gates ask for civilian real ID, others do not.  SAN Onofre state beach has free, easy, no ID required, access onto Camp Pendleton, with anything you wish to carry, or do whatever they want.  Please be alert for children at the campground, housing, anywhere , as anyone can come over from the state beach and do anything they want.

On another note, the campground is a beautiful location,
front desk isn’t very accommodating

This was a great experience! We stayed in cottage 4.

We were worried that it is a rocky beach but they cleared a good portion and added soft sand. The cottage itself is sitting in the perfect spot to view the entire beach. With that, it is a very short 10-30 second walk to the beach itself. Some things to take note but not let it deter you. No a/c in the cottage and you must open the screen door and window in the bedroom. I suggest to bring some extra fans to help air flow. I also suggest to bring an air mattress. There is only one roll away bed on the entire site that can be rented for $22 a day. There is also train nearby but it isn’t bad. Well at 2am it does get really loud and long. I don’t know why it changes around that time. There is a playground and laundry just down the road. The reservation team was very professional and the front desk people were very helpful, even during our tsunami.

If you have been viewing this spot, just go for the booking! This was great!

San Clemente is nearby and that is a fun spot as well.

One of our favorite family spots to catch some sun and waves on Camp Pendelton.  Military or sponsored guests only so easy parking even for a day visit.  Lifeguards on the beach, food and snacks at the historic beach club or just drive over to the commissary for a cheap beach picnic.

Spent a week in an RV. Restrooms and showers available.  San Clemente is nearby for lunch and bars. Parking is horrible in town. Use a taxi that can get on base.

Paid $100 to sleep in the dirt for a so nights and enjoyed every second!  Bring earplugs, the train can be loud at 1:00 am.

Great RV Park. Located on Camp Pendleton just south of San Clemente and centered between Los Angeles and San Diego. I had to mark it down because it is located in California which is it's only flaw.

The view and sounds of the ocean...Amazing.  There are so many things to do that are near by. For a military base the price is double most other bases but it's worth it knowing they have security, lifeguards, and a stretch of beach you can enjoy.

Highly recommended for those people who are authorized to access the marine base.

Loved stopping here and watching the surfers. We walked the beach a little but mostly just sat at watched. Our granddaughter loved that the surfers stopped and talked to her about surfing as they were getting ready to wash off.

Stunning campsite on the an amazing surf break.  Showers, bathrooms, laundry, and sites with water/power and cottages as well.  Highly recommended for anyone with base access.

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Military Park San Onofre Rec Beach (MCB Camp Pendleton)