The Cua Viet Combat Base was a crucial U.S. Marine, Navy, and Army logistics and support facility located at the mouth of the Cua Viet River in Quang Tri Province. Operating primarily as a vital port for landing craft, it enabled the efficient transport of heavy military supplies and equipment directly to allied forces near the Demilitarized Zone. Because of its strategic coastal location, the base was a frequent target of heavy enemy artillery fire and played a prominent role in major engagements throughout the Vietnam War until its capture in 1975.
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– Location: Cua Viet commune, Quang Tri province, Vietnam
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– Other name(s): Cua Viet Navy Base, Camp Kirstler
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– Reason(s) to visit: one of the most historical sites in the Demilitarized Zone of Vietnam (DMZ)
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History of Cua Viet Combat Base (Vietnam DMZ)
The Cua Viet Combat Base (also known as Camp Kistler) was a vital U.S. and South Vietnamese naval support and logistics facility located at the mouth of the Cua Viet River in Quang Tri Province, just south of the Vietnamese Demilitarized Zone (DMZ). Established in 1966, it functioned as the primary logistical lifeline for allied forces operating near the border, allowing landing craft, supply ships, and patrol boats to ferry heavy equipment, fuel, and ammunition directly to coastal combat outposts.
Because of its strategic coastal position near hostile territory, Cua Viet was subjected to continuous enemy artillery bombardments, frogman attacks, and heavy mining of its waterways. Despite the hazardous conditions and harsh monsoon weather, the base remained a critical operational hub until it was captured during the 1975 Spring Offensive.
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Cua Viet Combat Base (Vietnam DMZ) Today
Cua Viet Combat Base doesn’t exist anymore nowadays. On the former base, there are Maritime Administration of Quang Tri, Quang Tri Southwest Petroleum Depot, and the port for Con Co Island.
Near Cua Viet Combat Base, there is a memorial to honor ‘Cua Viet Victory’ in 1973 (location on Google maps: 16°54’28.7″N 107°11’05.1″E). Construction began in 2012 and it was inaugurated on July 17, 2015. The project covers an area of 8,100 m² with a 17-meter-high main monument, along with auxiliary items such as a courtyard, a community cultural house, and a greenery system that create a solemn and harmonious space. The total investment for the project is 30 billion VND, sponsored by the Vietnam Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Industry and Trade (VietinBank), Vietnam Prosperity Joint Stock Commercial Bank (VPBank), and Joint Stock Commercial Bank for Investment and Development of Vietnam (BIDV).
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How to Get to Cua Viet Combat Base (Vietnam DMZ)
The Cua Viet Combat Base is located near the estuary of Dong Ha River (Hieu River), Cua Viet commune, Quang Tri province, Vietnam.
To get there from Dong Ha, visitors can take a car/van or ride the motorbike because the distance is only 15km. If go further, it’s possible to see other Vietnam War sites like Hien Luong Bridge, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Con Thien Combat Base,…
From Hue, the distance to Cua Viet Combat Base is around 90km. The drive by car is 2 hours if no stop on the way. Only private tour itineraries cover this historical site.
From Da Nang and Hoi An, the distance to Cua Viet Combat Base is nearly 200 km and 230km respectively by the quickest way CT01. To spend the day, visitors should combine with other key sites in DMZ like Khe Sanh Combat Base or the pair of Hien Luong Bridge and Vinh Moc Tunnels.
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Guided Tours to Cua Viet Combat Base(Vietnam DMZ)
Here are guided tours to Cua Viet Combat Base (Vietnam DMZ):
HOIAN DAY TRIP Company organize tours to Vietnam Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) from Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An.
Tour 1: DMZ Tour from Hue (Half Day)
Tour 2: DMZ Tour from Hue (Full Day)
Tour 3: DMZ Tour from Da Nang
Tour 4: DMZ Tour from Hoi An
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Other Places to Visit in Vietnam Demilitarized Zone
Besides Cua Viet Combat Base, visitors can go to these places to visit:
– Along Highway 1A: Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong Bridge, Ben Hai River, Quang Tri Citadel, Doc Mieu Base, Con Thien Combat Base, Truong Son National Military Cemetary, Ben Tat Bridge, Our Lady of La Vang Church, Long Hung Church, Bo De School, Quang Tri Mine Action Visitor Center, Cua Tung Beach, Cua Viet Beach, Quang Tri Museum 2, Dong Ha Market, Gio Linh Firebase, Dong Ha Combat Base, Cua Viet Combat Base, Quang Tri Combat Base.
– Along Highway QL9 (Road 9): Khe Sanh Combat Base (Ta Con Airfield), Khe Sanh Monument, The Rockpile (Elliot Combat Base), Camp Caroll (Hill 241), Lang Vay (Lang Vei) Special Forces Camp, Dakrong Bridge, Ho Chi Minh Trail, Road 9 National Military Cemetery, Lao Bao Prison, Ca Lu Combat Base, Vandegrift Combat Base.
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Tour 1: DMZ Tour from Hue (Half Day)
Tour 2: DMZ Tour from Hue (Full Day)
Tour 3: DMZ Tour from Da Nang
Tour 4: DMZ Tour from Hoi An
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