MCO 5530.13
To comply with the provisions of MCO 5530.13, PMO Gate Sentries will be checking all visitors requesting access to base ensuring they are in possession of a REAL ID compliant ID. Please be prepared to present a REAL ID, U.S. Passport, Enhanced Drivers License, or a combination of documents listed upon accessing base. Failure to have the listed documents will result in denial of base access; please confirm with base access that you are eligible to access base prior to making any reservation at any of the recreational lodging facilities. A reservation at the facilities does not grant base access and unfortunately, reservation cancellation or modification fees will still apply.
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.
Due to decreased demand in the winter months, Lake O'Neill will only implement the summer holiday blocks.
| Holiday | Observed | Check-In | Check-Out |
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| Memorial Day | Monday, May 26 | Friday, May 23 | Tuesday, May 27 |
| Independence Day | Friday, July 4 | Thursday, July 3 | Monday, July 7 |
| Labor Day | 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.
- 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 April 1 - October 31 |
Winter Rate* November 1 - March 31 |
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* Winter rates do not apply to extended-stay patrons.
| Add-Ons | Rate |
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| 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)
| 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 |
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| Cabana | $30 |
| Peninsula | $350 |
Contact Information and Resources
Lake O'Neill
Address:
Phone: 7607255611
24/7 Reservation Call Center: 8884097829
Campground Security: 7604474858
Phone: 7607255135
Email: lakeoneill@usmc-mccs.org
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Hours of operation:
| Recreation Office | |
| Daily (Apr-Sep) | 8am-5pm |
| Daily (Oct-Mar) | 8am-4pm |
| Campground Security | |
| Daily | 4pm-10pm |