Beaches, surfers & military boys, this California beach town is a located right next door to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. The main drag in Oceanside features restaurants, surf shops, furniture dealers & used car lots. The beaches are sandy & filled with folks during summer months. The large marina is home to many yachts, plus a great place for a beach bon fire. Oceanside pier is the longest wooden pier (1954') on the west coast.
oceanside, California
Coastal
recreation:
parks, forests, rivers & lakes:
oceanside campgrounds
San Onofre State Beach
South Carlsbad State Beach
Palomar Mountain State Park
Guajome Regional Park
Oceanside RV Park
description:
Southern California Coastal town with strong military presence; Camp Pendleton military base next door. Plenty lodging, dining & beaches in the area. Beaches and a big fishing pier are the main attraction.
local links:
City of Oceanside
300 North Coast Hwy. Oceanside, CA 92054
760-435-4500
https://www.ci.oceanside.ca.us/
Pala Indians
Historic Oceanside CA
Camp Pendleton Marine Base
California Welcome Center
Oceanside Long Board Surfing Club
California Surf Museum
Oceanside Chamber of Commerce
Trader Joe's
USMC Camp Pendleton Marine Base
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