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Oceanside Information

The city of Oceanside is a quaint California surfing town that’s full of entertainment and beauty. Located just 40 minutes north of San Diego, you get the charm of SoCal with less tourists and traffic. Oceanside has 4 miles of beaches that are perfect for surfing and swimming and has many other activities to do on land. The coastal city is home to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton and an old Spanish missionary, making it a historic and popular destination. A visit to Oceanside is almost sure to bring great weather and fun for anyone who visits.

There are many things to do in Oceanside, but most people enjoy it for its beautiful weather and variety of outdoor activities. Boasting lengthy bike paths, you can escape the city life and bike to popular destinations around the city. The historic Mission San Luis Rey de Francia is the largest of the 21 California Missions and you can take the scenic San Luis Rey Bike Trail to visit it. This 14 mile paved trail starts at the Oceanside pier and is not open to motorized traffic. Just next door to the mission is Heritage Park, a historic neighborhood with the first general store and other historic buildings. While at the pier you can take surf lessons, grab a bite to eat or just spend a day at the beach. Be sure to stop by the California Surf Museum to find unique surfing artifacts and history on the SoCal culture. And no trip to Oceanside is complete without going on a whale watch, where thousands of species spend their time from December to April. The city also offers two fishing piers and deep sea fishing, making it the perfect family getaway.

Between Los Angeles and San Diego, Oceanside is one of the most accessible places on the coast. A quick drive or train ride south will get you to San Diego, where there are amusement parks, shopping and museums. But just 10 minutes south from Oceanside is Legoland in the town of Carlsbad. Drive one hour north to visit Disneyland in Anaheim and an hour further you’ll be in Los Angeles where you can visit Hollywood, go to Santa Monica Pier and much more.

There is a variety of places to stay in Oceanside to fit any budget or style. The Wyndham Oceanside Pier Resort has beautiful views of the beach and is accessible to things around town. If you’re looking for more privacy and amenities, stay at the Oceanside Marina Suites located on its own private peninsula. For a little more historic charm, visit The Dolphin Hotel in downtown Oceanside. There are also some great camping and RV spots around the Oceanside area.

Although Oceanside has a small airport, the San Diego International Airport is only a short drive away. From San Diego you can either rent a car or take the Metrolink that goes all the way from San Diego to Los Angeles and goes right through Oceanside. The train offers a $10 weekend pass and a week pass averages around $50. There is also an Amtrak train station in Oceanside that is part of the scenic Pacific Surfliner route between Los Angeles and San Diego. The city is located along the Pacific Coast Highway and Interstate 5, making traveling to Oceanside a breeze.