The Good Life

California State University San Marcos is located in San Marcos, California which is approximately 35 miles north of downtown San Diego. The area itself is known as “North County” and is a unique collection of communities, each with its own personality and characteristics. Some of the communities that make up North County include:

• Carlsbad
• Escondido
• Oceanside
• Rancho Bernardo
• San Marcos
• Vista

San Diego North County is one of the best places to live in the United States and is one of the top tourist destinations. It offers the Pacific Ocean, mountains, and the desert, as well as numerous cultural and entertainment opportunities. It is within two hours of many popular Southern California destinations, but since many have described the area as having the perfect climate, you may never want to leave.

Whichever position you are interested in, we hope you enjoy your visit to our town while browsing through our website.