NAS Point Mugu, CA - Nearby Cities

Oxnard, CA
Oxnard is the 21st largest city in California and the largest city in Ventura County. The city has a population of 200,000 people and is an important agricultural center for the local communities. Oxnard produces strawberries and lima beans as the main supporters of the economy. Many major transportation companies originate in Oxnard such as Amtrak, Union Pacific, Metrolink and Greyhound. Located just 8 miles from the Naval Air Station Point Mugu, the town offers a thriving community in which to live and work.

Homes for sale in the area start at $259,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $1195 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Comfort Inn and the Best Western offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $67.

Local attractions include the Ventura County Maritime Museum which offers visitors a walking tour through Bone ship models from the 1700s and actual war ships built by French prisoners of war. Shop builders are available to discuss the wooden models and explain the art of ship model craftsmanship. The maritime museum is a rare find if visitors have an interest in the ocean, ocean art, and whaling.

Port Hueneme, CA
Port Hueneme is a beach city in Ventura County, California that gets its name from a Spanish word meaning "resting-place". The city was first established in 1542 and has a current population of 21,800 people. Port Hueneme is known for its surfing and year-round beach park. Located just 8 miles from the Naval Air Station Point Mugu, the city offers military personnel and their families an ideal spot to relocate in a beach community while still being close to the base.

Homes for sale in the area start at $209,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $1050 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as America's Best Value Inn and the Casa Via Mar Inn and Tennis Club offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $59.

Local attractions include many local beaches which include the Port Hueneme Beach Park, the Silver Strand Beach, and the Ormond Beach. Many outdoor recreational opportunities are offered including wind surfing, boogie boarding, and water skiing. Jet Ski rentals and surfboard rental shops are available for outdoor enthusiasts. The beaches have mile of coastline for those just wanting to relax and enjoy a picnic or some sunbathing.

Camarillo, CA
Camarillo is a city in Ventura County, California with a population of 64,000. The city got its name from two local California natives with Spanish ancestry, Adolfo and Juan Camarillo. Camarillo covers 19 square miles and has a good portion of the city zone for agricultural use. The climate is Mediterranean with warm breezes in the 70s throughout the year. Located just 10 miles from the Naval Air Station Point Mugu, the city offers military personnel and their families an ideal location in which to settle down and raise a family.

Homes for sale in the area start at $264,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $1018 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Hampton Inn and Suites and the Holiday Inn Express offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $109.

Local attractions include the World War II Aviation Museum which includes many vintage aircraft on display such as the C-46 Commandos and the "China Doll". The museum offers a look into the rich history of the planes and the part they played during wartime. Rides on certain aircraft are also available to visitors who want to experience what being in one of these rare aircraft feels like. Aircraft available to ride in includes the P-51 Mustang "Man O' War" and the Fairchild PT-19A Cornell.

El Rio, CA
El Rio is a small town in Ventura County, California that has a current population of 6,100 people. The town got its name in 1901 after a Spanish Word that means "The River". The town sits just south of the Santa Clara River and is located 12 miles from the Naval Air Station Point Mugu. It offers visitors a community with charm and a laid-back atmosphere for those military personnel and families who are looking to relocate to the area.

Homes for sale in the area start at $215,000 for a 2 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $625 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Hilton Garden Inn and the Courtyard Oxnard Ventura offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $104.

Local attractions include the Ventura County Maritime Museum which offers visitors a walking tour through Bone ship models from the 1700s and actual war ships built by French prisoners of war. Shop builders are available to discuss the wooden models and explain the art of ship model craftsmanship. The maritime museum is a rare find if visitors have an interest in the ocean, ocean art, and whaling.

Ventura, CA
Ventura, also known as San Buenaventura, is a city in Ventura County, California with a population of 106,000 people. The city was founded in 1782 by Father Junipero Serra who built a mission where the city now stands. Ventura has continued to grow steadily dependent on its citrus growers who founded Sunkist Growers, Incorporated in the early 1900s. It is the world's largest producer of citrus. Located just 17 miles from the Naval Air Station Point Mugu, the town offers a beachfront location that includes surfing, sun, and many outdoor recreational opportunities for new residents.

Homes for sale in the area start at $199,000 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $1016 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Inn on the Beach and the Best Western Inn offer accommodations including high speed internet access and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $80.

Local attractions include several sightseeing trips including the Blue Sky Kayak Day Tours which offer tours of sea caves and pristine beaches as well as snorkeling opportunities. The Island Packers offer group tours of the area by boat including Santa Cruz Island which includes a five-hour stop over on the island and a three hour hike to Potato Cove. Snorkeling and surfing are also options on this tour as well.