San Marcos, CA

United States

San Marcos is a North County San Diego city located about 30 miles north of downtown, accessible via State Route 78 from I-5 or I-15. The Mediterranean climate and rolling hills make for pleasant driving conditions year-round. Major routes include SR-78 running east-west through the city center and San Marcos Boulevard for local access. The city features the largest double-dome library in North America.

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The closest airport to San Marcos, CA is McClellan-Palomar Airport, 12 km (about 15 min by car). Other airports nearby: San Diego International Airport.

Where is San Marcos, CA on the map?

San Marcos, CA is in United States, at 33.135, -117.174 - about 23 km north-east of Solana Beach, CA.

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