List of Active Military Bases in New Jersey
New Jersey has a smaller but important group of active military installations. This guide covers 3 major installations across Army, Navy and Joint.
Military Bases in New Jersey
The installations in New Jersey support training, fleet support, testing, logistics. They are grouped by branch below so readers can find each base quickly.
Army Bases in New Jersey
Army installations in New Jersey support training, readiness, testing, logistics or other land-force missions. The exact role depends on the installation.
Picatinny Arsenal
Picatinny Arsenal is an active army installation in the Wharton area area. Its main work includes military logistics, maintenance and materiel support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Army |
|---|---|
| Location | Wharton area, New Jersey |
| Address | Building 119, Picatinny Arsenal, NJ 07806 |
| Main contact | 973-724-7247 |
| Main operations | Military logistics, maintenance and materiel support |
| Key facilities | Warehouses, maintenance areas, logistics facilities and base support |
| Status | Active |
Navy Bases in New Jersey
Navy installations in New Jersey support ships, submarines, aviation, training, weapons or shore-based commands.
Naval Weapons Station Earle
Naval Weapons Station Earle is an active navy installation in the Colts Neck area. Its main work includes naval weapons storage, testing or fleet support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Navy |
|---|---|
| Location | Colts Neck, New Jersey |
| Address | 201 Highway 34 North, Colts Neck, NJ 07722 |
| Main contact | 732-866-2115 |
| Main operations | Naval weapons storage, testing or fleet support |
| Key facilities | Piers or waterfront facilities, operations areas and support services |
| Status | Active |
Joint Bases in New Jersey
Joint bases in New Jersey support more than one military service from the same installation or closely connected facilities.
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst is an active joint installation in the Trenton area area. Its main work includes joint-service operations, training and installation support, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.
| Branch | Joint |
|---|---|
| Location | Trenton area, New Jersey |
| Address | 3021 McGuire Boulevard, Trenton, NJ 08642 |
| Main contact | 609-754-3938 |
| Main operations | Joint-service operations, training and installation support |
| Key facilities | Training areas, administrative facilities and personnel support services |
| Status | Active |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many active military bases are in New Jersey?
Using the major-installation definition used in this guide, New Jersey 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 New Jersey?
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 New Jersey?
Yes. This guide lists 1 army bases in New Jersey, including Picatinny Arsenal.
Are there navy bases in New Jersey?
Yes. This guide lists 1 navy bases in New Jersey, including Naval Weapons Station Earle.
Can civilians visit military bases in New Jersey?
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 New Jersey?
No. Recruiting battalions and similar administrative listings are not counted as separate military bases. The list focuses on active installation-type locations.