List of Active Military Bases in Nevada
Nevada has a smaller but important group of active military installations. This guide covers 3 major installations across Air Force and Navy.
Military Bases in Nevada
The installations in Nevada support training, aviation, testing. They are grouped by branch below so readers can find each base quickly.
Air Force Bases in Nevada
Air Force installations in Nevada support flying missions, training, maintenance and readiness. Some also handle specialized testing or command work.
Creech Air Force Base
Creech Air Force Base is an active air force installation in the Indian Springs area. Its main work includes remotely piloted aircraft operations, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Air Force |
|---|---|
| Location | Indian Springs, Nevada |
| Address | 2nd Street, Building 24, Creech AFB, NV 89018 |
| Main contact | 702-404-0864 |
| Main operations | Remotely piloted aircraft operations |
| Key facilities | Airfield, hangars or maintenance areas, and personnel support services |
| Status | Active |
Nellis Air Force Base
Nellis Air Force Base is an active air force installation in the Las Vegas area. Its main work includes advanced combat aviation training and testing, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Air Force |
|---|---|
| Location | Las Vegas, Nevada |
| Address | 4311 N. Washington Boulevard, Suite 102, Nellis AFB, NV 89191 |
| Main contact | 702-652-3327 |
| Main operations | Advanced combat aviation training and testing |
| Key facilities | Airfield, hangars or maintenance areas, and personnel support services |
| Status | Active |
Navy Bases in Nevada
Navy installations in Nevada support ships, submarines, aviation, training, weapons or shore-based commands.
Naval Air Station Fallon
Naval Air Station Fallon is an active navy installation in the Fallon area. Its main work includes naval aviation combat training, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Location | Fallon, Nevada |
| Address | 4755 Pasture Road, Building 350, Fallon, NV 89496 |
| Main contact | 775-426-2710 |
| Main operations | Naval aviation combat training |
| Key facilities | Piers or waterfront facilities, operations areas and support services |
| Status | Active |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many active military bases are in Nevada?
Using the major-installation definition used in this guide, Nevada has 3 active military or defense installations. Recruiting offices and unit-only Guard listings are not counted as separate bases.
Which military branches have bases in Nevada?
This list includes installations connected with the Air Force and Navy. Joint and other defense installations are listed separately when they are present.
Are there air force bases in Nevada?
Yes. This guide lists 2 air force bases in Nevada, including Creech Air Force Base and Nellis Air Force Base.
Are there navy bases in Nevada?
Yes. This guide lists 1 navy bases in Nevada, including Naval Air Station Fallon.
Can civilians visit military bases in Nevada?
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 Nevada?
No. Recruiting battalions and similar administrative listings are not counted as separate military bases. The list focuses on active installation-type locations.