For more than 40 years we have been proudly providing quality education to our military. The beach is located adjacent to point mugu naval base and is in adjacent to the land once owned by thornhill francis broome. This is a website dedicated to our men and women serving at nas point mugu, ca. Naval base ventura county point mugu 311 main rd bldg 1. Not only this, but there is an olympic sized pool right at the naval base. At point mugu, nbvc operates two runways and encompasses a 36,000 square mile sea test range, anchored by san nicolas island. A sneak peak at tonights haunted house at dukes place, nbvc port hueneme. Point mugu navy exchange in point mugu, ca shop your navy. The base operator numbers are 8059824711 for port hueneme and 8059891110 for point mugu. Naval base ventura county point muguport hueneme temporary. Naval base ventura county navy exchange point mugu. Mugu lagoon is a salt marsh just upcoast from the promontory within the naval base ventura county formerly called the naval air station point mugu.
Oxnard presscourier, oxnard, california, june 28, 1940. Camping at point mugu sp find reservations at point mugu. Nov 09, 2020 the navy is the early stages of a proposed new drone system to be based at naval base ventura county point mugu. Point mugu navy exchange in point mugu, ca shop your. Naval air warfare center weapons division nawcwd point mugu and china lake, calif. As to be expected, access was limited to military personnel and their dependents but apparently it was an excellent pier for many species including deepwater fish from time to time. Point mugu base housing on point mugu nas naval base. Center for naval aviation technical training det point mugu. Point mugu naval air stationventura county naval base, ca. Thornhill broome campsite photos, campsite availability alerts. Navy getaways at point mugu is just a short walk to a soft sandy beach, offering four different recreational lodgings in one exceptional location.
Nbvc port hueneme has provided integral supplies, equipment, and roads to support not only the seabees, but the army, air force and marines during world war ii, koran. To make reservations, 24 hours a day at the navy lodge, call 8059852627. Nexcom claims ownership in its trademarks regardless of the format in which they appear on this website and related pages or links. Campnab can help you get a site at point mugu sp if someone cancels their camping reservation.
Point mugu is part of the naval air warfare center weapons division nawcwpns, the navy s full spectrum research, development, test evaluation, and inservice engineering center for weapons systems associated with air warfare except for antisubmarine warfare systems, missiles and missile subsystems, aircraft weapons integration and assigned. The superb weather, combined with miles of beautiful shoreline and nearby mountains, offers a unique scenic and thoroughly enjoyable environment. Military campgrounds and rv parks point mugu recreation. Explore the information about temporary housing facilities including allowances, lodging rates and eligibility. Point mugu pier gone but not forgotten pier fishing in. Navy seabee museum at port hueneme, california, this is another publication in arcadia publishing images of america series. The two commands of nas point mugu and cbc port hueneme were consolidated into a completely new organization. Point mugu naval air station ventura county naval base, ca. Nawcwd provides logistics and inservice support for guided missiles, freefall weapons, targets, support equipment, crew systems and electronic warfare. Some services are provided on both bases and some are only available at point mugu or port hueneme i. There is also a navy lodge at port hueneme which offers temporary lodging facilities including kitchenettes.
Bob and ruth the camp host, i cant say enough about. Military park point mugu rec facilities nas point mugu. She finally gave up and decided to reserve it through the main getaways number. Naval base ventura county encompasses two separate geographical locations about 10 miles apart. This is a military campground and you need base access to camp here. Naval base ventura county nbvc is a united states navy base in port hueneme, california. Because point mugu is known as one of the nicest surf spots in all of america, with world class wave quality and great breaks. The oxnard district boasts the southlands leading fishing center point mugu fish camp which is the haven for surf, pier and deep sea fishing. Both offices serve as point ofcontact for prices and information regarding popular southern california tourist attractions, such as disneyland, universal studios, magic mountain, the san diego zoo, etc. Check out the best rv camping options in ventura county. Navy getaways are the ideal places to play, rest, relax, and recharge. Point mugu had developed as an upscale fishing camp during the years before world war ii. The naval air weapons station, point mugu, operates and maintains station facilities and provides support services for naval air warfare center, weapons division and assigned tenants and activities. Jan 25, 20 written by gina nichols, archivist of the u.
Point mugu was established in 1946 as the navy s first instrumented missile test sea range. Navy getaways point loma navy vacation rentals, cabins, rv. The office personnel at pt mugu hotelrv park are fantastic. Miscellaneous commander, navy installations command. The gear rental facilities carry sleeping bags, boogie boards, stoves, tents, fresh and saltwater fishing gear and much more.
The navy lodge is generally the first required stop for pcs housing. Naval air station point mugu is located in ventura county, california and is part of naval base ventura county. Read more about point mugu state park at wikipedia. The hotel provides 26 newly renovated and stylish rooms with beautiful tile flooring, new windows, sliding glass doors which lead to private patios, all new furniture, and beach themed fixtures. This information is for both on base and off base at nas point mugu, ca.
Its not fancy, but i love the space we had in our campsite, and that our dog had room to run on the beach. The center for naval aviation technical training detachment cnatt point mugu, located at naval base ventura county point mugu, supports the navy s future fleet of northrop grumman mq4c triton longrange unmanned aerial systems uas. On october 1, 1946, the naval air missile test center point mugu and, later, the pacific missile range were established to create, research, and test weapons systems. Sycamore canyon campground in point mugu, california boasting 58 campsites. Nbvc fleet and family support center nbvc point mugu, port hueneme, san nicolas island.
Naval air station point mugu is a former united states navy air station that operated from 1942 to 2000 in california. Since 1946 naval base ventura county nbvc point mugu has had an impact on the research, development, testing, and evaluation of missile and software weapons systems development. In 2000, it merged with nearby naval construction battalion center port hueneme to form naval base ventura county. No gueststrusted travelers authorized additonal sanitation, physical distancing, masks required, temperature checks. Once through the gate, continue on las posas rd to the first stop sign. The range allows the military to test and track weapons systems in restricted air and seaspace without encroaching on civilian air traffic. Naval base ventura county was established on october 11, 2000, during a ceremony held at point mugu. Aug 24, 2019 five hundred feet is being added to the dock at the point mugu fish camp, according to george bellah. The name is believed to be derived from the chumash indian term muwu, meaning beach, which was first mentioned by cabrillo in his journals in 1542.
The coastal area of ventura county boasts some of the finest weather anywhere in the world. Frequently asked questions commander, navy installations. Find 40 listings related to us navy in point mugu nawc on. With the regional stay at home order lifted, state parks is reopening campground sites for existing reservation. Thornhill broome does not have a sanitationdump station. Military park ventura county naval base point mugu rv park. Be aware that summer months in particular book up way in advance.
Naval base ventura county force protection uses california penal code. The itt office at point mugu is located in building 16 in the navy exchange complex, phone number 8059897628. Phone directory commander, navy installations command. Thornhill broome campground in point mugu state park. Its only military here, and they had basic but clean restrooms. Thornhill broome beach camping reservations point mugu. Thornhill broome beach campground is in point mugu state park and has 69 primitive campsites. Use the directory to quickly locate a facilitys building or phone number and their hours of operation. Nas point mugu, nbvc directory military base facilities. Navy exchange service command, 3280 virginia beach blvd, va 234525724. Point mugu ceremony welcomes unmanned aircraft ventura county star see more videos. Its purpose is to provide military personnel the information necessary for their move to the area. Naval base ventura county point muguport hueneme base.
Point mugu state park, located in the santa monica mountains, features five miles of ocean shoreline with rocky bluffs, sandy beaches, sand dunes, rugged hills and uplands, two major river canyons and wide grassy valleys dotted with sycamores, oaks and a few native walnuts. From hiking, swimming, or simply unwinding, navy getaways caters to you and your family. Rv parks in naval base ventura county, california naval base. The sea range associated with point mugu is the largest and best equipped overwater range in the dod and is utilized to test and evaluate a wide variety of. Strategically located in a nonencroached coastal area of southern california, nbvc is a key element in the dod infrastructure because of its superior geographical location. A locally popular fishing pier was one that existed for years at the naval air station at pt. Naval base ventura county nbvc is a premier naval installation composed of three operating facilities point mugu, port hueneme and san nicolas island. University of laverne naval base ventura county home.
From booking the reservation through cathy on our first phone call to having jose. Point mugu provides technical and maintenance training for the mq4c and mission control systems. Nas point mugu has limited temporary space at the beach motel, phone number 8059898407. Camping at point mugu sp find reservations at point mugu sp. Aug 01, 2011 this early testing transitioned point mugu from a temporary base into a pioneer in the world of science and national defense. Requires military id and only open for active duty for camping at this current time. We had several mixups with our reservations but with all my questions, issues, etc. University of laverne naval base ventura county, point mugu, california. Seriously, we cannot recommend this beach more for those who love surfing, although you might need to get that jarhead haircut before getting in, as its right near a military base. Are you planning on camping in naval base ventura county, california. From us101, take the las posas rd exit heading south. Point mugu rv park 24 photos campgrounds 311 main rd. The author, using over 200 pictures spread over 8 pages, tells the above story in great visual detail.
Nawcwd provides logistics and inservice support for guided missiles, freefall weapons, targets, support equipment. The point mugu fish camp announced the opening of a new allelectric restaurant, along with the rebuilt camp, specializing in fish dinners. Muwu, beach is a cape or promontory within point mugu state park on the pacific coast in ventura county, near the city of port hueneme and the city of oxnard. The navy at point mugu by gina nichols arcadia publishing books. Naval base ventura county, 311 main road, point mugu, ca 93042. The point mugu rv park is located right on the beach with 71 full hookup spaces complete with electricity, sewer, water and wifi hookups. Mugu beach is the first publicly accessible beach area south of naval base ventura county off of pch, located. Nbvc is a diverse installation comprising three main facilities point mugu, port hueneme and san nicolas islandand serving as an allinone mobilization site, deep water port, railhead, and airfield. Point mugu stats 36,000 square miles of instrumented sea range, including san nicolas island 36,000 square miles of restricted airspace over the sea range 125,000 square miles of expandable test area 1,200 civilian employees 240 active duty military personnel 145 onsite civilian contractors. Planned new drone system for naval base ventura county point. In 2000, it merged with nearby naval construction battalion center port hueneme to form naval base ventura county nbvc at point mugu, nbvc operates two runways and encompasses a 36,000 square mile sea test range, anchored by san nicolas island. Adjacent to oxnard, the base was formed in 2000 through the merger of naval air station point mugu. Vacation rentals vacation rentals, cabins, townhomes, condos, bunkhouses and resortstyle vacation.
Point mugu manages the point mugu sea range and serves as the navy s center of electronic warfare expertise. Naval station san diego admiral baker field campground. Then on 11 october 2000, nas point mugu and construction battalion center port hueneme were merged to become the present day naval base ventura county. The sea range associated with point mugu is the largest and best equipped overwater range in the dod and is utilized to test and evaluate a wide variety of weapons, ships, aircraft and specialized systems. San nicolas island was transferred to nbvc on october 1, 2004, after several years under the naval air warfare center, weapons division. Planned new drone system for naval base ventura county. Quality more than made up for quantity at point mugu fish camp the past few days. In 2000, it merged with nearby naval construction battalion center port hueneme to form naval base ventura county nbvc.
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