Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story is an active United States Navy installation in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It has two properties: Little Creek and Fort Story. This guide covers directions, gates, housing, services, schools, medical care, and recreation.

Base Overview

Official name Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story
Military branch United States Navy
Base status Active
Street address 1815 Sea Bee Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23459-3297
Main phone number 757-462-7385 (installation quarterdeck)
Official website Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic

Location and Directions

The installation is in the northwest corner of Virginia Beach and extends toward Norfolk. From Interstate 64, take the Northampton Boulevard/Route 13 exit and follow signs toward Virginia Beach. Fort Story's Main Gate is reached from Shore Drive as it becomes Atlantic Avenue. Norfolk International Airport is the nearest airport listed for the installation.

Visitor Information

Visitors and arriving personnel must follow current installation access, identification, and force-protection rules. Fort Story requires proper military identification for entry. Check the current rules before traveling because access may change.

Gate Hours
Gate 1 5:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday-Saturday; closed weekends and holidays
Gate 3 Open 24 hours
Gate 5 5:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m., Monday-Saturday; closed weekends and holidays
Gate 6 Open 24 hours
Gate 8 Open 24 hours

Housing and Lodging

The Navy Housing Service Center is at 1815 Seabee Drive, Building CB310, Virginia Beach. It provides housing counseling, local rental information, housing needs assessments, and help with military housing applications. It is open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; call 757-462-8939 or 757-462-7069.

Unaccompanied housing is at Shields Hall, 1350 Gator Boulevard. Call 757-462-4860; the desk is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Eligibility and assignment depend on military status, pay grade, assignment, and available space. Navy Gateway Inns & Suites and Navy Lodge are also listed for the installation, but current availability, rates, and eligibility should be confirmed before booking.

Facilities and Services

Installation resources include a commissary, Navy Exchange, Morale, Welfare and Recreation, Fleet and Family Support, Navy Child and Youth Programs, housing support, and legal assistance. Services can be on different properties, so confirm the location before going.

The Personnel Support Detachment is at Building 3510, 1155 Nider Boulevard. It helps with pay, personnel, transportation, DEERS, RAPIDS, CAC, and identification cards. It is open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; call 757-462-5319. Legal assistance is at 2600 Tarawa Court, Suite 100; call 757-462-7224, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Schools and Childcare

Navy Child and Youth Programs and child development services are available through Navy installation resources. Ask Navy CYP about current enrollment, eligibility, waitlists, and hours. A School Liaison Officer is available through the Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic school liaison program, but specific school assignments and enrollment rules were not stated in the reviewed information.

Medical Services

Medical locations include Fort Story Lighthouse Clinic and Branch Health Clinic Little Creek. Fort Story Lighthouse Clinic is listed in the TRICARE military treatment facility directory. Confirm services, appointments, eligibility, and hours with TRICARE or the responsible military treatment facility.

Recreation and Amenities

Amenity What is listed
Beach Atlantic Ocean beachfront at Fort Story
Historic area Cape Henry area and a historic first-landing site associated with Fort Story
Other services Dining, fitness, religious, educational, recreational, exchange, and commissary services

Morale, Welfare and Recreation services are available through installation MWR resources. Services and facilities may differ between Little Creek and Fort Story.

Things to Know

  • JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is one Navy-managed installation with Little Creek and Fort Story properties.
  • The installation supports Navy, Army, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and other commands.
  • Active-duty Army personnel assigned to Fort Story must in-process through Fort Eustis.
  • Gate hours and access rules can change because of exercises, holidays, construction, or force-protection needs.
  • Confirm the property and facility before traveling. Access details and operating information can change.

Frequently Asked Questions

What branch runs JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The United States Navy runs the active installation.
Where is the installation?
It is in the northwest corner of Virginia Beach and extends toward Norfolk.
Which gate is open 24 hours?
Gates 3, 6, and 8 are listed as open 24 hours.
Where can I get housing help?
The Navy Housing Service Center provides housing counseling and application help.
Are medical clinics available on the installation?
Yes. Listed locations include Fort Story Lighthouse Clinic and Branch Health Clinic Little Creek.