U.S. Coast Guard Base Boston is an active United States Coast Guard base on Boston's waterfront in the North End. The base provides support services, housing guidance, and MWR amenities for Coast Guard personnel. Below you will find the base address, contact phones, driving directions, housing and UPH details, services, medical contact, and recreation info.

Base Overview

Official name U.S. Coast Guard Base Boston
Military branch United States Coast Guard
Base status Active
Street address 427 Commercial Street, Boston, MA 02109-1027
Main phone number (857) 416-3333
Official website U.S. Coast Guard Base Boston official website

Location and Directions

Setting Waterfront location in Boston's North End
Driving directions From I-93 south, exit at Causeway Street and follow Commercial Street to the base near Commercial and Hanover. From the north use the North Station exit and continue onto Commercial Street.
Nearest practical airport Logan Airport (about 15 minutes in non-commuter hours; 30–45 minutes at other times)

Housing and Lodging

Base Boston provides housing support for the Greater Boston area. The housing office is in Building 1, third deck, and is open Monday–Friday, 0700–1530. Assignment to government-owned family housing is mandatory when available, and single E-4-and-below members must check in with Unaccompanied Personnel Housing before arranging local housing.

Facilities and Services

The base includes personnel support, facilities engineering, procurement, comptroller, and health, safety, and work-life functions. Personnel services are in Building 8, deck 7 and handle administrative help, passports, DEERS/RAPIDS IDs, travel-card support, and career assistance.

Base information phone (857) 416-3333
Exchange phone (857) 416-3010
ID Card Office phone (857) 416-3354
Regional Exam Center phone (857) 416-3416

Medical Services

Base Boston lists a medical contact at (857) 416-3000, but the official page does not provide detailed clinic services or eligibility information. Call the medical contact for appointments or eligibility questions. Confirm medical options before you travel.

Recreation and Amenities

Base Boston offers MWR services, including an All Hands' Club and fitness-center and gymnasium functions. MWR can be reached at (617) 223-3266; the All Hands' Club phone is (857) 416-3035. Patrons without unescorted base access must use an authorized escort or contact MWR about enrollment and access procedures.

Things to Know

  • Base Boston supports Coast Guard units across New England, New York, and northern New Jersey.
  • Base access procedures are not fully described online; contact Base Information before visiting.
  • Personnel checking in during normal hours should report to the Administration Office in Building 8, seventh floor.
  • Allow extra travel time from Logan Airport during commuter hours; travel can be much longer than off-peak estimates.
  • Access rules and operating hours can change; confirm current details before you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Base Boston located?
At 427 Commercial Street on Boston's North End waterfront.
What is the main base phone number?
Main base information: (857) 416-3333.
How long from Logan Airport?
The official guidance says about 15 minutes during non-commuter hours and 30–45 minutes at other times.
Is there on-base housing?
Yes. The base provides housing support and operates Unaccompanied Personnel Housing; the housing office has weekday hours.
How do I use MWR facilities?
MWR runs an All Hands' Club and fitness facilities; patrons without unescorted access need an authorized escort or should contact MWR about enrollment and access procedures.