Fort Wainwright is an active United States Army installation next to Fairbanks, Alaska. It is officially called U.S. Army Garrison Alaska, Fort Wainwright. This guide covers directions, visitor access, housing, schools, medical care, services, recreation, and useful phone numbers.

Base Overview

Official name U.S. Army Garrison Alaska, Fort Wainwright
Military branch United States Army
Base status Active
Street address 1060 Gaffney Rd #6000, Fort Wainwright, AK 99703-6000
Main phone number 907-353-1110 (installation government operator)
Visitor Center phone 907-361-6144
Official website U.S. Army Garrison Alaska, Fort Wainwright

Location and Directions

Fort Wainwright is next to Fairbanks in the interior of Alaska, within the Fairbanks North Star Borough. Military personnel arriving through Fairbanks International Airport may contact the Fort Wainwright Replacement Cadre at 907-353-4311 for transportation information. Newcomers can find the Welcome Center in Building 3401 on Santiago Avenue.

Visitor Information

Go to the Visitor Center outside the Fort Wainwright gate before entering the installation. The center issues access passes and provides visitor information. Visitors without a CAC or DoD identification card must get a pass, have a sponsor, and be eligible and cleared for access.

For a vehicle pass, bring orders, a military identification card, a driver's license, current vehicle registration, and proof of insurance. Call 907-361-6144 before traveling to confirm current access rules and requirements. Call 911 for emergencies, and tell the dispatcher you are calling from Fort Wainwright.

Housing and Lodging

The Housing Services Office at 907-353-1190 helps with housing referrals, privatized and unaccompanied housing, lease reviews, landlord and tenant disputes, loaner furniture, and temporary lodging allowance questions. Service members must receive a housing briefing before signing a rental or sales agreement. Family housing is managed by North Haven Communities at 888-347-2985. Northern Lights Inn provides lodging at 907-370-0999.

Facilities and Services

Service Phone Location or note
Army Community Service 907-353-4227 Newcomer and quality-of-life support
Education Center 907-361-7486 4391 Neely Road
Public Works 907-361-7069 3015 Montgomery Road; maintenance line listed as available 24 hours

Other installation programs include an Auto Center, library, child and youth services, recreation, sports and fitness, dining programs, tickets, and community events. The Religious Support Office can be reached at 907-353-9825.

Schools and Childcare

Child and Youth Services offers child development, family child care, school-age care, youth programs, and related support. The School Liaison Officer can be reached at 907-353-1043.

The School Age Center is at 4166 Neely Road and is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Call 907-361-7394. The Youth Center is at 4109 Neely Road. Its hours are Monday through Friday from 2 to 8 p.m. on school days and Saturday from 1 to 10 p.m.; call 907-361-5437.

Medical Services

Bassett Army Community Hospital is at 4076 Neely Road. It provides general medical care, obstetrics and gynecology, well-child care, dental services, mental health counseling, immunizations, and school physicals. Call 907-361-4000. The emergency room is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 907-361-5144. The Children's Waiting Room serves children ages 6 months through 12 years while parents attend hospital appointments; call 907-361-5612.

Recreation and Amenities

Recreation choices include sports and fitness, the library, golf, skiing, ice skating, hiking, fishing, hunting, trapping, berry picking, outdoor recreation, and mushing. Local facilities include Chena Bend Golf Course, Birch Hill Ski Hill, and the Fryar Physical Fitness Complex Ice Rink. People age 16 and older must register in the Army Alaska Recreation Tracking System before recreating on Fort Wainwright lands. Areas may close for military use or have extra restrictions.

Things to Know

  • Visitors without a CAC or DoD identification card need an installation access pass.
  • Visitors must have a sponsor and be cleared for access.
  • Bring orders, identification, vehicle documents, and proof of insurance when getting a vehicle pass.
  • Prepare vehicles for severe cold when traveling to or from the installation.
  • Training areas and recreation lands may close or have restrictions during military operations.
  • Access details, hours, phone numbers, and other operating information can change. Confirm them before traveling.
  • Call 911 for fire, police, or medical emergencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main phone number for Fort Wainwright?
Call the installation government operator at 907-353-1110.
Where do visitors get an access pass?
Visitors get passes at the Visitor Center outside the Fort Wainwright gate. Call 907-361-6144.
Do visitors need a sponsor?
Yes. Visitors must have a sponsor and be eligible and cleared for installation access.
Is medical emergency care available?
Yes. The Bassett Army Community Hospital emergency room is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 907-361-5144.
Do people need to register for outdoor recreation?
People age 16 and older must register in the Army Alaska Recreation Tracking System before recreating on Fort Wainwright lands.