List of Active Military Bases in Maryland
Maryland has several active military and defense installations. This guide covers 8 major installations across Army, Navy and Joint.
Military Bases in Maryland
The installations in Maryland support testing, aviation. They are grouped by branch below so readers can find each base quickly.
Army Bases in Maryland
Army installations in Maryland support training, readiness, testing, logistics or other land-force missions. The exact role depends on the installation.
Aberdeen Proving Ground
Aberdeen Proving Ground is an active army installation in the Aberdeen area. Its main work includes weapons, systems and field testing, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Army |
|---|---|
| Location | Aberdeen, Maryland |
| Address | 6836 Civil Road, Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005 |
| Main contact | 410-278-5201 |
| Main operations | Weapons, systems and field testing |
| Key facilities | Operational, administrative and personnel support facilities |
| Status | Active |
Fort Detrick
Fort Detrick is an active army installation in the Frederick area. Its main work includes biomedical research and medical support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Army |
|---|---|
| Location | Frederick, Maryland |
| Address | 1520 Freedman Drive, Room 125, Fort Detrick, MD 21702 |
| Main contact | 301-619-2197 |
| Main operations | Biomedical research and medical support |
| Key facilities | Medical facilities, clinics, administration and support services |
| Status | Active |
Fort George G. Meade
Fort George G. Meade is an active army installation in the Fort Meade area. Its main work includes cyber, intelligence and information missions, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Army |
|---|---|
| Location | Fort Meade, Maryland |
| Address | 4551 Llewellyn Avenue, Fort Meade, MD 20755 |
| Main contact | 301-677-4844 |
| Main operations | Cyber, intelligence and information missions |
| Key facilities | Training areas, administrative facilities and personnel support services |
| Status | Active |
Navy Bases in Maryland
Navy installations in Maryland support ships, submarines, aviation, training, weapons or shore-based commands.
Naval Air Station Patuxent River
Naval Air Station Patuxent River is an active navy installation in the Patuxent River area. Its main work includes naval aviation testing and evaluation, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Location | Patuxent River, Maryland |
| Address | 22268 Cedar Point Road, Building 409, Patuxent River, MD 20670 |
| Main contact | 301-342-3000 |
| Main operations | Naval aviation testing and evaluation |
| Key facilities | Piers or waterfront facilities, operations areas and support services |
| Status | Active |
Naval Support Activity Annapolis / U.S. Naval Academy
Naval Support Activity Annapolis / U.S. Naval Academy is an active navy installation in the Annapolis area. Its main work includes shore installation and tenant-command support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Location | Annapolis, Maryland |
| Address | 58 Bennion Road, Annapolis, MD 21402 |
| Main contact | 410-293-1000 |
| Main operations | Shore installation and tenant-command support |
| Key facilities | Training or academic facilities, housing and support services |
| Status | Active |
Naval Support Activity Bethesda
Naval Support Activity Bethesda is an active navy installation in the Bethesda area. Its main work includes military medical and installation support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Location | Bethesda, Maryland |
| Address | 102 Wood Road, Bethesda, MD 20814 |
| Main contact | 301-295-4607 |
| Main operations | Military medical and installation support |
| Key facilities | Medical facilities, clinics, administration and support services |
| Status | Active |
Naval Support Activity South Potomac - Indian Head
Naval Support Activity South Potomac - Indian Head is an active navy installation in the Indian Head area. Its main work includes shore installation and tenant-command support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Location | Indian Head, Maryland |
| Address | 4250 CDC Drive, Building 1901, Indian Head, MD 20640 |
| Main contact | 540-653-1839 |
| Main operations | Shore installation and tenant-command support |
| Key facilities | Operational, administrative and personnel support facilities |
| Status | Active |
Joint Bases in Maryland
Joint bases in Maryland support more than one military service from the same installation or closely connected facilities.
Joint Base Andrews
Joint Base Andrews is an active joint installation in the Camp Springs area. Its main work includes presidential, airlift and joint mission support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Joint |
|---|---|
| Location | Camp Springs, Maryland |
| Address | 1191 Menoher Drive, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762 |
| Main contact | 301-981-7087 |
| Main operations | Presidential, airlift and joint mission support |
| Key facilities | Operational, administrative and personnel support facilities |
| Status | Active |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many active military bases are in Maryland?
Using the major-installation definition used in this guide, Maryland has 8 active military or defense installations. Recruiting offices and unit-only Guard listings are not counted as separate bases.
Which military branches have bases in Maryland?
This list includes installations connected with the Army and Navy. Joint and other defense installations are listed separately when they are present.
Are there army bases in Maryland?
Yes. This guide lists 3 army bases in Maryland, including Aberdeen Proving Ground and Fort Detrick.
Are there navy bases in Maryland?
Yes. This guide lists 4 navy bases in Maryland, including Naval Air Station Patuxent River and Naval Support Activity Annapolis / U.S. Naval Academy.
Can civilians visit military bases in Maryland?
Sometimes, but access rules vary by installation and can change. Visitors may need an approved sponsor, a valid ID or a visitor pass. Check with the installation before traveling.
Does this list include recruiting offices in Maryland?
No. Recruiting battalions and similar administrative listings are not counted as separate military bases. The list focuses on active installation-type locations.