Live Close to Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton

Located in San Clemente, California, San Mateo Point gives you convenient access to all the on-base services and amenities at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton. You’ll also enjoy ideal proximity to local restaurants, shopping centers, schools, and entertainment, making it easy to pick up essentials and enjoy a night out on the town. Whether you’re commuting to work or heading out to catch the latest blockbuster at the theater, everything is always right around the corner from San Mateo Point.

Discover San Clemente

When everything is so close by, it’s easy to check everything off your to-do list and go out for an adventure. Looking to celebrate a big win? Choose among several highly rated local restaurants. If you need to find the perfect gift or just want to treat yourself to something special, head over to the nearby shopping centers and browse to your heart’s content. Enjoy some fun in the sun at our on-site playground or meet up with friends and explore the ample opportunities for recreation around San Clemente. It’s all here, and it’s all close to home.

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Food & Drinks

  • Harbor Fish & Chips
  • Beach Break Cafe
  • Fratelli's Italian Kitchen
  • Moe's Southwest Grill
  • Dunkin' Donuts
  • Panda Express
  • Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
  • Starbucks
  • Sonic Drive-In
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Community & Resources

  • Armed Services YMCA
  • Camp Pendleton
  • Lobo Elementary 
  • Shorecliffs Middle School
  • San Clemente High School
  • Operation Homefront
  • CREDO
  • Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society
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Shopping & Entertainment

  • MWR San Mateo
  • San Onofre Commissary
  • Del Mar Beach & Marina
  • San Clemente State Beach

More Than a Home,
It's a Community

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