Frequently Asked Questions

See our Transportation from Airports webpage for information about the services that offer airport transport to military members and their families.

Yes. The Transportation Incentive Program (TIP) is available to all DON (military and civilian) employees, including non-appropriated fund (NAF) employees, part-time federal employees and interns, and reservists on active duty for more than 30 days. 

For more information, call the TIPS coordinator at 760-830-7634.

Check-in locations, requirements, and information about services for inbound personnel can be found on the Check In webpage. 

Visit the MCCS 29 Palms Child Development Centers webpage for resources and contact information.

Check the DMO contact list to locate specific services.

General DMO information can be found on the Distribution Management Office's web page.

Yes. The Visitor Center's webpage provides complete information about the registration process. 

Visit the ID Card Office Online to make your DEERS/RAPID ID Office appointment. 

for local office hours, appointment information, ID issuance, a list of acceptable identity documents, and other information download the DEERS Information Flyer.

A current map is available for to download.

The New Parent Support Program (NPSP) is a professional team of registered nurses and licensed clinicians who provide supportive and caring services to military families who are expecting and/or with children from birth to five years of age. Visit the NPSP webpage for a program overview and contact information.

 
The accounts listed below are official accounts and all are publicly available.

Facebook

MAGTFTC MCAGCC Flagship Page
https://www.facebook.com/thecombatcenter/

MCCS 29 Palms Facebook Page
https://www.facebook.com/MCCS29Palms/
 

Instagram

MAGTFTC MCAGCC Instagram
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YouTube

MCCS 29 Palms
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Flickr

MCCS 29 Palms
https://www.flickr.com/mccs29palms/

Yes. The Twentynine Palms Base Veterinary Treatment Facility is located in Building 1028 on Calcite Rd. 

The facility is open Monday through Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed on Thursdays and all Federal Holidays.

MCCS 29 Palms posts information about the Commanding General's Welcome Aboard Brief on their website. 

Liberty Military Housing offers 2,210 homes within 15 communities.  Amenities include free 24-hour maintenance, access to community club houses, gyms and pools, and ongoing community events. 

Information about eligibility requirements and required documents can be found on the website. Instructions for applying in person or via email are also provided.

The Military Housing Office is located in Bldg 1525 on 5th Street. You can call 760-830-661 to speak to someone directly or send your questions via email to SMBPLMSG-4MILITARYHOUSINGOFFICE@usmc.mil.

The Military Housing Office publishes a list of off-base and short-term housing options several times a year. The most current list can be found on Military Housing Office's general information webpage.

Base housing residents may own up to two pets; dogs and/or cats. Barnyard animals and/or exotic animals are not permitted in family housing or aboard base. 

Per MCO 11000.22, Pit Bulls (American Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire Terrier, Staffordshire Bull Terrier), Rottweilers, any Wolf hybrid or any mix of the aforementioned breeds are not permitted in family housing or aboard the base.

Estimated wait times are listed on the family housing webpage and updated monthly. Wait times are based on the best information available at that time and any wait time provided to you at the time you submit an advance application may change.

Coyotes, desert tortoises, scorpions, tarantulas, and rattlesnakes all make their home in the desert and there is a possibility you may encounter them. For information about what to do when encountering local wildlife, see our wildlife webpage. 

Military families with orders to California are able to enroll in school, pre-register for courses and apply for special programs prior to arriving in California. See the School Liaison's Remote Enrollment webpage for instructions and information. 

We recommend visiting the California Department of Education's Schooling at Home webpage and our School Liaison's Homeschooling webpage for more information.

The Combat Center and surrounding communities are served by a single school district, the Morongo Unified School District. MUSD comprises 11 elementary schools, two middle schools and two comprehensive high schools, one continuation high school, two state preschool programs and a special education preschool program.

For more information about MUSD, and schools in the surrounding areas visit the School Liaison's Local Schools webpage.

School Liaisons can provide an abundance of information about local schools and area services. The Combat Center School Liaison can be reached by calling 760-830-1574 or by visiting Bldg 1417, and can connect you with school resources and points of contact, provide information about registration requirements, school schedules, course and graduation requirements, and provide referrals. Visit the School Liaison webpage for more details about how the school liaison can serve you. 

From a landline, dial 911. 

From a cell phone, call 760-830-3333 or 760-830-3334.

The 23rd Dental Company exists to provide comprehensive dental care to active duty personnel assigned to Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center and Marine Air Ground Task Force Training Command. You can call them at 760-830-7054 or visit their webpage.

The Robert E. Bush Naval Hospital is located in 29 Palms on the base. For those residing in Joshua Tree or Yucca Valley the closest emergency room is at High Desert Hospital in Joshua Tree. Residents of Morongo Valley may want to visit Desert Hospital in Palm Springs. 

The Robert E. Bush Naval Hospital is located on the base and can be contacted through their webpage. Hospitals throughout the area include the High Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree, Desert Hospital in Palm Springs, and Eisenhower Medical Center in Rancho Mirage.  

See the MCCS 29 Palms calendar of events for a current list of installation events.  

Visit Joshua Tree offers a comprehensive guide to exploring the area as well as a calendar of JT events.  

Take a look at the Visit 29 Palms website for information about local events and attractions.  

There are three mess halls across the installation:

Dunham Mess Hall, Bldg 1880, 10th Street. Service hours & menu prices. 

Littleton Mess Hall, Bldg 1660, 8th Street. Service hours & menu prices.

Phelps Mess Hall, Bldg 1460, 3rd Street. Service hours & menu prices.

EMERGENCY
Landline: 911
Cell Phone: 830-3333/3334

AMBULANCE
Landline: 911
Cell Phone: (760) 830-3333/3334

FIRE REPORTING
Landline: 911
Cell Phone: (760) 830-3333/3334

MILITARY POLICE
Landline: 911
Landline: (760) 830-6800/6809

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL
Landline: (760) 830-6885
Cell Phone: (760) 830-6885
After Hours: PMO (760) 830-6809 or Bearmat (760) 830-6535/6623

EMERGENCY MAINTENANCE
(760) 830-6271

The Legal Services Support Team offers the following services: notary, power of attorney, wills, family law, immigration and citizenship, and consumer law. They do not handle bankruptcy, criminal law, traffic tickets, civilian restraining orders, or matters against the Armed Forces or government entities.

Location: Bldg 1514, across from the base theater and between the Main MCX and Frontwave Credit Union.

Hours: Mon-Thurs 0800-1600, Friday 0800-1400. Phone: 760-830-6111

The base post office is located at 1435 Sturgis St, Bldg 1435. It is open 1000 - 1300 and 1430 - 1630, Monday through Friday and closed Saturdays, Sundays and all US Holidays. 

For military mail call 760-830-7399.

Customers can mail packages and letters and purchase stamps at the office. Money orders are also available for purchase. 

Post office boxes may be rented; however, the rental process must be started at the USPS PO Boxes website.

Tax services are no longer available on the base. As an alternative, service members might consider the free tax assistance available online using MilTax through Military OneSource.

Information for the Installation Voting Assistance Officer, Unit POCs and additional resources can be found on our Voting Assistance webpage. 

Joshua Tree is a small, unincorporated community located in the Mojave Desert of Southern California, within San Bernardino County. It's named after the iconic Joshua trees that dot the landscape, giving the area its unique and otherworldly landscape.

Situated on State Route 62, just north of the west entrance to Joshua Tree National Park, the community shares its western border with Yucca Valley and its eastern border with Twentynine Palms.

The population of Joshua Tree proper is around 6,000, though the greater Joshua Tree area, including nearby communities like Yucca Valley and Twentynine Palms, has a significantly larger population. Joshua Tree’s total land area is approximately 37 square miles and covers a vast expanse of desert landscape, offering plenty of space for exploration and solitude.

Events

Joshua Tree Music Festival (Spring & Fall): A popular music and arts festival featuring a diverse lineup of musicians, artists, and workshops.

Bhakti Fest (Fall): A yoga, music, and dance festival celebrating spiritual connection.

Joshua Tree National Park Night Sky Festival: A celebration of the park's incredible dark skies, featuring stargazing, astronomy talks, and more.

Cholla Cactus Garden Nature Walk (Spring): A guided walk through the park's stunning cholla cactus garden during peak blooming season.

Various Art Gallery Receptions and Events: Joshua Tree boasts a vibrant art scene, with numerous galleries hosting openings and special events throughout the year.

Experiences

Exploring Joshua Tree National Park: Hike among the iconic Joshua trees, rock climb, stargaze, and discover hidden oases.

Shopping and Dining in Joshua Tree Village: Discover unique boutiques, art galleries, and restaurants offering everything from vegan fare to classic diner food.

Experiencing the High Desert's Dark Skies: Escape the city lights and marvel at the Milky Way in all its glory.

Hiking to Lost Palms Canyon and Oasis in JTNP: Discover secluded pools of water surrounded by lush vegetation, a true desert treasure.

Morongo Valley is a unique high-desert community offering a blend of rural tranquility and artistic flair, located just a short drive from the bustling Palm Springs area. Here's an overview for newcomers:

Morongo Valley is the first high desert community drivers experience when traveling north on State Route 62 from the Palm Springs area. The town is located about 10 miles west of Yucca Valley.

Morongo Valley is relatively small, with a population of around 3,500 residents spread across approximately 40 square miles. This low population density contributes to its wide-open feel.

Experiences

Hiking: Explore the numerous trails in the Big Morongo Canyon Preserve, an important wildlife corridor that links the San Gorgonio Wilderness with the San Bernardino National Forest and Joshua Tree National Park.

Relaxing: Spend time relaxing in the shade at Covington Park. Native trees provide ample shade and a peaceful atmosphere while modern play equipment, tennis courts, and a skate park provide recreation. Public restrooms are available.

Pioneertown is an 1880s themed live-in motion picture set established in 1946 for filming western productions. The town’s founders intended for the area to be residential, and today the population hovers around 400. Mane Street still functions as the town’s business district.

The town itself is relatively compact, covering less than a square mile. Mane Street, only a few city blocks in length, is home to various retail stores and numerous false fronts like the bank, bath house, and jail.

Pioneertown is located northwest of Yucca Valley and can be reached by driving north on Pioneertown Road from downtown Yucca Valley. The winding 4-mile drives has been designated a California Scenic Drive.

Events

Pappy & Harriet's Pioneertown Palace, the town's iconic music venue, hosts a regular schedule of concerts and events throughout the year.

Local galleries and shops also participate in occasional art walks and open studio events.

Experiences

Pappy & Harriet's: No trip to Pioneertown is complete without a visit to this legendary honky-tonk. Enjoy live music, delicious BBQ, and cold drinks in a truly unique atmosphere. It's hosted everyone from Paul McCartney to local desert bands.

Explore Mane Street: Stroll down Mane Street and soak in the Old West ambiance. Browse the unique shops, art galleries, and antique stores.

Hiking and Rock Climbing: The surrounding area offers incredible opportunities for outdoor adventure. Explore the trails in Pipes Canyon or venture into Joshua Tree National Park for world-class rock climbing and stunning desert landscapes.

Stargazing: Pioneertown's remote location and minimal light pollution make it an ideal spot for stargazing. On a clear night, the Milky Way stretches across the sky in breathtaking detail.

Located in the Mojave Desert in Southern California, Twentynine Palms is the largest city in San Bernardino County by area, though sparsely populated. It sits at the northern entrance to Joshua Tree National Park.

Roughly 25,000 residents call Twentynine Palms home. The town encompasses 590 square miles, much of which is undeveloped desert landscape. This provides a sense of spaciousness and expansive desert views.

Events

Night Sky Events: Sky’s the Limit Observatory and Nature Center hosts an annual Night Sky Festival, several smaller events throughout the year, and a night sky program each month.

29 Palms Certified Farmers Market: Shop fresh, seasonal, and locally grown fruits and vegetables, eggs, honey, and more each Saturday in Freedom Plaza. A variety of local artisans and food and beverage vendors can also be found at the market.   

Annual Desert Rat Convention: Each April a celebration of local history, culture and community is presented by the Twentynine Palms Historical Society. The event includes displays highlighting local history, live music and speakers.

Pioneer Days Celebration: A carnival, a downtown block party, a classic car show, a pet parade and the Pioneer Days Parade all make this an engaging and entertaining event for residents and visitors alike.

Experiences

Discover the Oasis of Mara: A historic desert oasis within the Joshua Tree National Park that offers a unique glimpse into the area's past.

Visit the 29 Palms Art Gallery: A hub for the local art scene with rotating exhibits and a gift shop.

Live at the Rock: Free live music performances at the Tortoise Rock Casino throughout the summer.

Yucca Valley is situated roughly 17 miles west of Twentynine Palms and sits at an elevation of approximately 3,300 feet. The town is nestled between the Mojave Desert and the lower Colorado Desert and offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains.

With a population of approximately 25,000 residents and an area of about 40 square miles, Yucca Valley balances a rural atmosphere with accessible amenities. The town is home to a movie theater, various retail stores, numerous restaurants, and several grocery stores.

Events

Grubstake Days: A celebration of Yucca Valley's history and heritage, featuring a parade, live music, and family-friendly activities.

Summer Music Festival: A series of free concerts featuring a different musical genre each week.

Health & Resource Fair: Free health screenings and community resources provided by the Town of Yucca Valley and the Morongo Basin Healthcare District.

Experiences

Old Town Yucca Valley: A walkable shopping area offering many unique desert treasures and antiques.

Desert Christ Park: a 3.5-acre sculpture garden that includes sculptures of the Twelve Apostles, Martha, Mary, angels, and a 15-foot-tall, 3-ton statue of Jesus.

Hi-Desert Nature Museum: A family-oriented museum that houses permanent and special exhibits and a mini zoo, each focused on educating visitors about the local desert area.

All federal agencies use USAJOBS to host job openings and match qualified applicants to those jobs. Our Civilian Human Resources webpage contains more information about using USAJOBS.

Positions with Marine Corps Community Services (MCCS) are listed on their MCCS Civilian Careers page. 

Contact Information for Emergencies Aboard the Installation

Ambulance, Fire, and General Emergency
From a landline, dial 911
If using a cell phone, call 760-830-3333 or 760-830-3334 

Military Police
From a landline, dial 911
If using a cell phone, call 760-830-6800 or 760-830-6809

Explosive Ordnance Disposal
760-830-6885
After Hours Call
PMO at 760-830-6809 or

Emergency Maintenance
760-830-6271
Bearmat at 760-830-6535 or 760-830-6625

Download the Combat Center's Individual and Family Emergency Preparation Guide for information on preparing for various events, including earthquakes and active shooter situations.