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Lake O'Neill


Lake O’Neill Recreational Park offers fishing, hiking, rowboats, horseshoe pits, RV and tent camping, cabanas, playgrounds (includes ADA playground), basketball, softball, ADA miniature golf, and a peninsula for group activities. For a complete list of prices and services, see the current facility price list.

Fishing
Permitted year-round. The lake is stocked and bait is sold at the Lake O’Neill Recreation Office, Bldg 26080.
California State License and Camp Pendleton Base permit is required, both available at Pacific Plaza Exchange.

Recreation Area
A variety of recreational equipment is available for rent: row & paddle boats, volleyball, basketball, and baseball equipment, horseshoes, and more!
Boats are available for rent Apr thru Oct, Fri-Sun.
See the price tab for up-to-date pricing.

Peninsula
For large group activities including promotions, retirements, and wedding receptions. Picnic cabanas, BBQ grills, a stage, electrical power, and athletic facilities are available.

Campground
Campsites offer water, electricity, sewer hookups, and tent camping. ADA-friendly sites are available.

Additional Info

Reservations are taken in 3-month increments including the current month.

  • 1st Week of the Month (Days 1-7) – Active-Duty Military
  • 2nd Week of the Month (Days 8-14) – Reservists & Retired Military
  • 3rd Week of the Month (Days 15+) – All Eligible Patrons (Authorized DOD Civilians, MCCS Patrons, Eligible Veterans, Former Military with Patronage Expansion Privileges, & Group Bookings)

Active Duty, Reservists, Retirees, Eligible Veterans, and DoD employees may book up to two (2) reservations in one stay. Two RV/campsites, two cottages (Del Mar Beach only), or a combination totaling two reservations. *During the 4th of July holiday block at Del Mar Beach only ONE accommodation can be booked*.

Former military with patronage expansion privileges which consists of all service-connected disabled veterans, Medal of Honor & Purple Heart recipients, former prisoners of war, & individuals approved and designated as the primary family caregivers of eligible veterans under the Department of Veterans Affairs Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers are only authorized to book ONE reservation at a time. Please note, former military with patronage expansion privileges are unable to sponsor additional guests who are not dependents onto the installation unless said guests possess a valid form of military ID. For further clarification and details regarding the vetting process, please feel free to contact the Visitors Center at (760) 763-8435 or by clicking here.

Base Policy: Former military with patronage expansion privileges must register with the Visitors Center and receive approval prior to gaining access to the installation. This process can be a few days via the Visitors Center. Without this verification, access through any security checkpoints might be denied.

  • Patrons of all ages may go into the miniature golf area. However, any patron under the age of 12 is recommended to have parental supervision.
  • Patrons aged 4 and older will be charged at the same rate as any other patron.
  • Climbing on rocks and plants is not permitted.
  • Driving golf balls or any other dangerous behavior will result in removal from the golf course, without a refund of fees.
  • Active duty military unit family days have priority over non-military unit functions (i.e. key wives, boy scouts, YMCA, church groups, etc.).
  • All military units are required to complete a Military Cabana Request form.

Office phone is available for emergency use only.

There are Base Emergency telephones located in the park:

  • near Cabana 2682
  • in BLDG 26106 in the peninsula area
  • in the campground on the roadway above campsite S1N

Once you pick up the emergency phone wait on the line, it will connect you to 911.

Due to decreased demand in the winter months, Lake O'Neill will only implement the summer holiday blocks.

Holiday Observed Check-In Check-Out
Memorial Day – Monday, May 26 Monday, May 26 Friday, May 23 Tuesday, May 27
Independence Day – Friday, July 4 Friday, July 4 Thursday, July 3 Monday, July 7
Labor Day – Monday, September 1 Monday, September 1 Friday, August 29 Tuesday, September 2

You may cancel your reservation up to 31 days prior to arrival at no penalty.

  • Cancellations made to reservations less than 31 days prior to arrival will result in the loss of the deposit of one night’s stay.
  • Modifications will be accepted up to 15 days prior at no penalty. If you request to modify your reservation within 14 days of your scheduled arrival date, you will lose your deposit of one night’s stay.
  • Patrons traveling on official government orders (TAD/PCS) may cancel or modify at no penalty – proof of orders must be received prior to cancellation.
A deposit of one night’s rent is due at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due in full, 14 days prior to arrival and will be automatically charged to the credit card on file. If payment is unsuccessful, your reservation will be canceled.
RV/Campsites
  • Summer (Apr – Oct): Patrons may book an initial reservation for maximum of 15 nights and may book additional nights if availability permits at check-in, not to exceed 30 nights.
  • Winter (Nov – Mar): Patrons may book an initial reservation for a maximum of 30 nights and may book additional nights if availability permits at check-in; patrons authorized to lodge the entire winter season (Nov 1 - Mar 31).

Pricing

Campground

Campsite Rate
Water, Electric & Sewage
All Ranks $61
Sponsored $76
Water & Electric
All Ranks $55
Sponsored $70
Dry Camping / RV or Tent
All Ranks $44
Sponsored $59
Add-Ons Rate
Pets* $3
per pet per night
Tent $12

* Max of 2 pets (only applies if lodging in a pet-friendly cottage).

 

Sponsored Guest Rate: An additional $15 per night is added to each campsite reserved after the first reservation.


Stay & Play Package
+$10 per day during your stay

Family of 4 or max 4 people, includes the following:

  • Miniature golf and sports equipment
  • 1-hour kayak or pedal boat rental
  • 2-hour fishing pole rental
  • Boats (available Apr-Sept: Fri-Sun)

per day and with the availability of equipment and golf course


Reservation Lead Time

Reservations are taken in 3-month increments including the current month.

  • 1st Week (Days 1-7) – Active Duty Military
  • 2nd Week (Days 8-14) – Reservists & Retired Military
  • 3rd Week (Days 15+) – All Eligible Patrons (DOD, Eligible Veterans & Group Bookings)

Reservation Policy

Please Note
Due to increasing electrical issues with our RV pedestals, we recommend the use of surge suppressors to protect your equipment. For more information please contact Guest Services.

Campground

Campsite Rate
April 1 - October 31
Winter Rate*
November 1 - March 31
Water, Electric & Sewage
All Ranks $61
Sponsored $76
All Ranks $46
Sponsored $61
Water & Electric
All Ranks $55
Sponsored $70
All Ranks $41
Sponsored $56
Dry Camping / RV or Tent
All Ranks $44
Sponsored $59
All Ranks $33
Sponsored $48

* Winter rates do not apply to extended-stay patrons.

 

Add-Ons Rate
Pets* $3
per pet per night
Tent $12

* Max of 2 pets (only applies if lodging in a pet-friendly cottage).

Sponsored Guest Rate: An additional $15 per night is added to each campsite reserved after the first reservation.


Stay & Play Package
+$10 per day during your stay

Family of 4 or max 4 people, includes the following:

  • Miniature golf and sports equipment
  • 1-hour kayak or pedal boat rental
  • 2-hour fishing pole rental
  • Boats (available Apr-Sept: Fri-Sun)

per day and with the availability of equipment and golf course


Reservation Lead Time

Reservations are taken in 3-month increments including the current month.

  • 1st Week (Days 1-7) – Active Duty Military
  • 2nd Week (Days 8-14) – Reservists & Retired Military
  • 3rd Week (Days 15+) – All Eligible Patrons (DOD, Eligible Veterans & Group Bookings)
Please Note
Due to increasing electrical issues with our RV pedestals, we recommend the use of surge suppressors to protect your equipment. For more information please contact Guest Services.
Miniature Golf 18 holes; 1-3 years FREE $6 per person
Volleyballs, basketballs, soccer balls, footballs, rubber balls, softballs, horseshoes, ladder balls $5 per 2 hours
Pontoon Boat $30 per hour
Deluxe Pontoon Boat $40 per hour
Bass Boat $30 per hour
Motor Boat $25 per hour
Row Boat $15 per hour
Pedal Boat 4-seat $15 per hour
Single Kayak $15 per hour
Double Kayak $20 per hour
Double Kayak Family 2 adults, 1 small youth $20 per hour
Fishing Pole $5 per hour
Pricing
Cabana $30
Peninsula $350
Contact Information and Resources
Lake O'Neill

Phone: 7607255611

24/7 Reservation Call Center: 8884097829

Campground Security: 7604474858

Phone: 7607255135

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Hours of operation:

Recreation Office
Daily (Apr-Sep) 8am-5pm
Daily (Oct-Mar) 8am-4pm
Campground Security
Daily 4pm-10pm
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