MCCS HOLIDAY HOURS
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
Jun
12
Science Explorers: The Amazing Benefits of Riparian Ecosystems
10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Lake O'Neill
Jul
3
Science Explorers: Tracking and Animal Signs
10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Lake O'Neill
Jul
19
Kids Fishing Derby – FREE
08:00am - 11:45am
Location: Lake O'Neill
Jul
24
Science Explorers: Invasion of the Habit Snatchers!
10:00am - 11:00am
Location: Lake O'Neill
Aug
7
Science Explorers: Bees and Butterflies
10:00am - 11:00am
Location: 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 are 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 April-September, Friday-Sunday.
See the price tab for up-to-date pricing.
Peninsula
For large group activities including promotions, retirements, and wedding receptions. Picnic cabanas, BBQ grills, 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 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)
- 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.
| Holiday | Observed | Check-In | Check-Out |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Day – May 30th | May 30th | May 27th | May 31st |
| Independence Day – July 4th | July 4th | July 1st | July 5th |
| Labor Day – Sep 5th | Sep 5th | Sep 2nd | Sep 6th |
| Thanksgiving – Nov 24th | Nov 24th | Nov 23th | Nov 27th |
| Christmas – Dec 25th | Dec 26th | Dec 23rd | Dec 27th |
| New Years – Jan 1st | Jan 2nd | Dec 30th | Jan 3rd |
Pricing
Campground
| Includes | Rate (per night) | Stay & Play (per night) |
|---|---|---|
| Water, Electric & Sewage | $54 | $64 |
| Water & Electric | $48 | $58 |
| Dry Camping / RV or Tent | $37* | $47 |
| Pet fee | $3/per pet per night |
Stay & Play Package
+$10 per day with a 2-night minimum for a max of 4 people
+$20 per day with a 2-night minimum for a max of 8 people
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)
Reservation Lead Time
Reservations are taken in 3 month increments including 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 |
| 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 2 hours |
| Pricing | |
|---|---|
| Cabana | $30 |
| Peninsula | $350 |
Contact Information and Resources
Hours of operation:
| Apr-Sep | 8am-5pm |
| Oct-Mar | 8am-4pm |
BLDG 276024T
| Daily | 4pm-10pm |