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MCAS Miramar United State Marine Corps Air Station

Although both the Navy and Army had established facilities on North Island in 1912, Miramar’s military roots were not planted until 1917, when the Army purchased the Miramar area and created Camp Kearny, named for Gen. Stephen Kearny, whose Army of the West had captured California during the Mexican-American War.

In the 1930's the area was base for military dirigibles. In the early 1940's the first aviation runways were built.

Miramar found new life as a Navy Master Jet Station in the 1950s, but really came into its own during the Vietnam War. The Navy needed a school to train pilots in dog-fighting and in fleet air defense. In 1969 the Top Gun school was established (and immortalized by the 1985 movie of the same name).
Military Station Website

Marine Serve Any Time, Any Where

While many military bases share one or more of Camp Pendleton's training features, none match its broad spectrum. Camp Pendleton has a population of nearly 40,000 Marines and Sailors and provides a variety of services and recreational activities.

Miramar Base Tours
MCAS Miramar now offers its new bimonthly tour program for all San Diego area community members. The program is free of charge and open to the public and takes place on the first and third Thursdays of each month, weather and operational commitments permitting. It runs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. However, we will not hold tours in October due to the annual MCAS Miramar Air Show.
Base Tour

La Valencia Resort Hotel 1132 Prospect Street, La Jolla, CA 92037 ; Location: One block from La Jolla Beachfront Come stay at this Mediterranean style hotel where the tradition of pleasant living is carefully maintained. La Valencia Hotel is situated on the Pacific Ocean just 12 miles North of San Diego in the picturesque village of La Jolla just steps away from the beach, world class shopping, art galleries, and dining. 100 distinctive guestrooms and suites.

Oceanside Travelodge 1401 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054; Location: Closest Hotel to Pendleton Maingate at I-5 Freeway Exit Whether you are traveling for Military, Business or Leisure, the Oceanside Travelodge is the perfect place to stay. Guests have easy access to many of Southern California's Tourist attractions. Hotel amenities include complimentary items to make your stay more enjoyable; High Speed Wireless Internet Access Microwaves and refrigerators in rooms.

Tour Palm Springs
This desert oasis is a most popular warm-weather winter retreat with over 100 championship golf courses to play on, fine dining and great entertainment.

Miramar / La Jolla Vacation Home Rentals
Stay in luxurious vacation homes, some located right on the lakeshore. Many feature a piece of history. Non-Smoking and fully equipped with appliances. Nightly and weekly rates are both available.

GPS Gear - Pro-Shop Special
Popular for Runners, Boaters, Hikers, Bikers and Adventurers
Recent technology updates have made readily affordable for outdoor adventures a nifty item - the GPS Watch. It uses 3D Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) technology to triangulate your position and elevation to within 20 ft accuracy.

MCCS Miramar Marine Corps Community Services
MCCS Website

Major Units Stationed at MCAS Miramar
3rd Marine Air Wing
3rd MAW Band - perform musical goodwill tours.
Marine Air Control Group 38 - MACG-38
Marine Aircraft Group 11 - MAG-11
Marine Aircraft Group 13 - MAG-13
Marine Aircraft Group 16 - MAG-16
Marine Aircraft Group 39 - MAG-39
Marine Aircraft Group 46 - MAG-11
Marine Wing Support Group 37 - MWSG-37

La Jolla Holiday Inn Express 6705 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla, CA 92037 ; Location: Two Blocks from Wind and Sea Beach The Holiday Inn Express La Jolla is conveniently located close to downtown La Jolla and its abundance of shops, art galleries, museums and ocean view restaurants. You will find a quiet restful haven combined with a tradition of quality service and a relaxing experience. Guests receive a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast daily adjacent to the tropical pool courtyard.

Oceanside Harbor Guesthouse International Inn 1103 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054; Location: Camp Pendleton Maingate Exit from I-5 Freeway by Harbor Walking distance to beautiful Oceanside Harbor Villiage and numerous watersport activities. Conviently located less than 5 minutes from the main gate of Camp Pendleton.

Tour Legoland California
Only themepark of its kind in America, over 40 major rides and attractions in the bright Legobrick colors.

MainTour Las Vegas - Preview over 80 of the biggest and brightest resorts on the Strip and related special features for adventure, recreation, entertainment, wedding packages and other great attractions.

Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum - MCAS Miramar
The museum is expanding onto a 8-acre plot at the military airfield at Miramar. Exhibits include over 25 original combat aircraft and helicopters on public display. The best time to visit is on "Open Cockpit Day" when visitor can explore the interior of some of these famous planes.

Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort 3075 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, CA 92008; Location: Carlsbad Village near Carlsbad Beach Located steps away from the beach in the historic Carlsbad Village, the Carlsbad Inn offers a wonderful vacation setting for the entire family. Most guestrooms have balconies, all have refrigerators and some have fireplaces or magnificent views of the beautiful garden and the Pacific Ocean.

Oceanside Harbor La Quinta Inn 937 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054; Location: Camp Pendleton Maingate Exit from I-5 Freeway by Harbor This hotel offers a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast and business center. Free High-Speed Internet Access and microwave in all guestrooms. This hotel is only one block to both the Oceanside Harbor and Camp Pendleton Maingate.

Oceanside Harbor Marina Inn 2008 Harbor Drive North, Oceanside, CA 92054; The Oceanside Marina Suites is uniquely secluded in the Oceanside Harbor; you'll be steps away from water sports, harbor shopping, dining, and nightlife. There is something always to do at our resort. Conviently located less than 5 minutes from the main gate of Camp Pendleton.

Marine West Expo - Late JAN
Last Weekend in January, Area 22, Camp Pendleton;
Expo Website;
Find out first hand about the new and improved combat equipment, systems and technology that enable the U.S. Marine Corps to meet intense performance demands as well as keep pace with the rapidly changing face of military combat operation.

Miramar Air Show - Fleet Week [Mid-October]
Very popular 3-day airshow event which features the latest high-tech aviation hardware of both the navy and marine corps. Includes special performance by the US Navy Blue Angels precision flight demonstration team.

Oceanside Harbor Comfort Suites 888 North Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054; Location: Camp Pendleton Maingate Exit from I-5 Freeway by Harbor Located on I-5 at Coast Highway 4 blocks from the Oceanside Harbor and Pier. Guests have easy access to many of Southern California's Tourist attractions.

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More Marine Corps Competition
Marine Corps Marathon - Quantico VA (Oct)
Marine Corps Times - New Sports Page

Camp Pendleton Hard Corps Race Series
Biking, running, triathlons, obstacle courses, and the famous Mud Run on wilderness trails across the scenic rolling hills of the Camp Pendleton USMC Base. Includes Heartbreak Ridge Half Marathon (Sept) and Buffalo Alley 10K (Nov).

Morale Welfare & Recreation
Lincoln Military Houseing - multi-family housing and residential management

Miramar Athletic Clubs

Tour Cleveland Forest

Southern most of California's protected forest lands includes 430,000 acres of San Diego, Orange and Riverside, much of it surrounds Camp Pendleton. This watershed reserve of conifers and chapparel is an abundant source of natural wildlife and outdoor recreational opportunities such hiking, camping, fishing and sightseeing.

Fallbrook California Rodeway Inn 1635 South Mission Rd., Fallbrook, CA 92028; Location: Midway between Fallbrook Airport and Downtown area. The Fallbrook Rodeway Inn is a very obliging establishment in quite a nice setting. Accommodations feature a large room with balcony which was a bit dated but clean with a nice little kitchen area. This location is convenient to Camp Pendleton and local gaming resorts and golf courses.