Carlisle Barracks in Carlisle, PA
Carlisle Barracks is an active U.S. Army garrison next to Carlisle, Pennsylvania. It is home to the U.S. Army War College. This guide covers directions, visitor rules, housing, services, schools, medical care, and recreation.
Base Overview
| Official name | U.S. Army Garrison Carlisle Barracks |
|---|---|
| Military branch | U.S. Army |
| Base status | Active |
| Street address | 22 Ashburn Drive, Carlisle Barracks, PA 17013 |
| Main phone number | 717-245-3131 |
| Visitor Center phone | 571-821-7517 |
| Official website | U.S. Army Garrison Carlisle Barracks |
Location and Directions
| Reference | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Carlisle | The garrison is next to Carlisle, Pennsylvania. |
| Harrisburg | About 18 miles east. |
| Gettysburg | About 27 miles south. |
| Major roads | Almost two miles west of the Carlisle interchange of Interstate 76, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and Interstate 81. |
For the visitor entrance, set GPS to 870 Jim Thorpe Road, Carlisle Barracks, PA 17013. Navigation systems may send drivers to an unauthorized entry if they use an internal on-post address. From Interstate 81, take Exit 52, follow U.S. Highway 11 South into Carlisle, then use Harmony Hall Road and Claremont Road to reach the vehicle security point.
Visitor Information
The Visitors Center is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. It is closed on weekends and federal holidays. Unescorted visitors age 18 or older without a federal government-issued identification card go through NCIC-III vetting. Online visitor-pass pre-registration is preferred through the U.S. Army War College Visitor Center.
Visitors without qualifying identification should use the left lane at the vehicle security point for the Visitors Center. Visitors with a CAC, military ID, dependent ID, or approved installation-access pass may proceed to the gate guard. Temporary restrictions may apply during planned Claremont Gate construction from September 14, 2026, through mid-December 2026. Confirm current access rules before traveling.
Housing and Lodging
Carlisle Barracks Homes is at 451 Fletcher Road and provides homes for active-duty Army families assigned to Carlisle Barracks, with select homes for military retirees and Department of Defense civilians attending the U.S. Army War College. The housing office is at 22 Ashburn Drive, Room B32, and can be reached at 717-245-4019. On-post lodging is IHG Army Hotels Carlisle Barracks - Historia at Ashburn Hall, Building 36. It has 45 units, complimentary breakfast, guest laundry, pet-friendly rooms, Wi-Fi, and on-site parking. Reservations are available at 717-245-4245.
Facilities and Services
| Service | Location | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Commissary | Building 851 | 717-701-4426 or 717-701-4420 |
| Exchange | Sumner Road, Building 844 | 717-243-4893 |
| Army Community Service | 46 Ashburn Drive, Building 46 | 571-821-7509 |
| ID card and DEERS office | 46 Ashburn Drive, Anne Ely Hall | 571-821-7925 |
Army Community Service offers family-readiness, information and referral, Army Emergency Relief, volunteer, deployment-support, and related community services. The garrison also has an Education Center, Transition Assistance Program services, religious support, and Logistics Readiness Center help with travel, shipping, vehicles, and other logistics needs.
Schools and Childcare
Army Child and Youth Services resources include child development centers, school-age care, family child care, school support services, youth sponsorship, and youth sports and fitness.
Listed local school districts include Big Spring, Carlisle Area, Cumberland Valley, Mechanicsburg Area, and South Middleton. Families should confirm enrollment, transportation, eligibility, and placement details with the proper school liaison or school district.
Medical Services
Dunham U.S. Army Health Clinic is at 450 Gibner Road, Carlisle, PA 17013-5086. The clinic phone is 717-245-3400, with an alternate number at 1-877-787-2569. The installation directs beneficiaries to TRICARE for enrollment, referrals, specialty care, emergency care, and other coverage questions. Call 911 for emergencies.
Recreation and Amenities
Morale, Welfare and Recreation services include Carlisle Barracks Golf Course, Jim Thorpe Fitness Center, Mount Pleasant Fitness Center, Root Hall Gymnasium, Splash Zone Pool, Strike Zone Bowling Center, Outdoor Recreation, Leisure Travel Services, an Arts and Crafts Center, an Automotive Skills Center, an RV Park and Family Campground, libraries, community events, and social and dining facilities. The 1757 Bar & Grille is at the golf course at 920 Jim Thorpe Road, Building 920, and can be reached at 717-243-3262.
Things to Know
- Use 870 Jim Thorpe Road for navigation to the visitor entrance.
- Visitors without qualifying federal identification should start at the Visitors Center.
- Online visitor-pass pre-registration is preferred.
- Call 911 for emergencies.
- Gate procedures, visitor hours, and other operating details can change. Check current information before traveling.
Frequently Asked Questions
What branch runs Carlisle Barracks?
Carlisle Barracks is an active U.S. Army garrison.
Where should visitors go first?
Unescorted visitors should go to the Visitors Center at 870 Jim Thorpe Road.
When is the Visitors Center open?
It is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., except federal holidays.
Is lodging available on post?
Yes. IHG Army Hotels Carlisle Barracks - Historia provides on-post lodging.
Where is medical care provided?
Dunham U.S. Army Health Clinic provides installation medical access. Call 911 for emergencies.