The 163d Attack Wing is a California Air National Guard unit based at March Air Reserve Base in Riverside County, California. This page gives practical details you can use: contact numbers, visitor-center hours, lodging on base, key services, and how to get there.

Base Overview

Official name 163d Attack Wing
Military branch California Air National Guard
Base status Active
Street address 1620 Graeber Street, March Air Reserve Base, CA 92518
Main phone number 951-655-2556
Visitor Center phone 951-655-3790, 951-655-3791, 951-655-5376
Official website 163d Attack Wing official website

Location and Directions

March Air Reserve Base sits in northwestern Riverside County between Riverside and Moreno Valley. The main Graeber Street gate is reachable from Cactus Avenue and Interstate 215. The nearest practical airport is Ontario International Airport; from there take CA-60 east, continue onto I-215 south, exit at Cactus Avenue, then turn onto Graeber Street to the main gate.

Visitor Information

The Visitors Center is at 363 Graeber Street, Building 2370 and is open Monday–Friday 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., and UTA Saturdays 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; it is closed on holidays. Visitors should contact the Visitors Center for current ID and vehicle requirements and confirm access rules before traveling. There is no base operator; the Military & Family Readiness Office can help with installation connections.

Housing and Lodging

There is no government or military family housing on March ARB. Many personnel live in nearby communities such as Moreno Valley, Riverside, Perris, Menifee, and Temecula.

On-base temporary lodging is the March Inn (Building 100). It is open 24 hours daily; call 951-655-5241 for reservations. Space-available rooms are often limited on Unit Training Assembly weekends, there are no Temporary Lodging Facilities, and the March Inn does not accept pets.

Facilities and Services

March ARB has a commissary and a main exchange, Airman and Family Readiness services at 1351 Graeber Street with phones 951-655-5350 and 951-655-5322, and March FSS programs. Legal assistance is available during Unit Training Assembly weekends. Outdoor Recreation and Tickets & Tours operate on base through March ARB Services.

Schools and Childcare

There are no schools on the installation. Nearby districts include Moreno Valley Unified, Val Verde Unified, Riverside Unified, and Alvord Unified. There are no Child Care Programs on March ARB, but the Military & Family Readiness Office provides local childcare referrals and UTA weekend childcare may be available through the Home Community Care program; call 951-655-3507 for UTA childcare details.

Medical Services

March ARB does not have a military medical treatment facility. Active-duty members, retirees, and eligible family members should contact the nearest active-duty MTF or TRICARE for care and authorization guidance. For TRICARE West call 1-844-866-9378. Use local emergency services for true emergencies.

Recreation and Amenities

Outdoor Recreation and Tickets & Tours are available at March ARB (weekday hours). These programs handle equipment rentals, local outdoor activities, and ticketing services for the community.

The installation also has fitness and morale facilities, including a fitness center and club facilities. For more details about specific programs and hours, contact March ARB Services.

Things to Know

  • The 163d Attack Wing is a California Air National Guard unit; March ARB is hosted by the Air Force Reserve's 452d Air Mobility Wing.
  • Many services operate mainly on normal weekdays and during Unit Training Assembly periods.
  • There is no base operator; use the Visitors Center or Military & Family Readiness Office for help with access and local referrals.
  • Always confirm visitor procedures, hours, and lodging availability before you travel; these can change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there on-base family housing?
No. There is no government family housing on March ARB.
Where is March ARB located?
It is in northwestern Riverside County between Riverside and Moreno Valley, California.
How do I contact the Visitors Center?
Call the Visitors Center at 951-655-3790, 951-655-3791, or 951-655-5376.
Is there a military hospital on base?
No. There is no military medical treatment facility on March ARB; contact TRICARE or the nearest active-duty MTF.
What lodging is available on base?
The March Inn (Building 100) offers on-base guest quarters; call 951-655-5241. Space can be limited on UTA weekends and pets are not accepted.