Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans is an active U.S. Navy installation in Belle Chasse, Louisiana. It is a joint reserve base in Plaquemines Parish. This guide covers directions, visitor access, housing, schools, medical care, services, and recreation.

Base Overview

Official name Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base New Orleans
Military branch U.S. Navy
Base status Active
Street address 400 Russell Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70143
Main phone number 504-678-0715
Visitor Center phone 504-678-3462
Official website NAS JRB New Orleans

Location and Directions

The installation is in Belle Chasse, Louisiana, in Plaquemines Parish. Its official street address uses New Orleans: 400 Russell Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70143. The Visitor Control Center is at Building 511 at the main gate. No verified driving directions, major-road details, or nearby airport information were provided.

Visitor Information

The Visitor Control Center is in Building 511 at the main gate. Call 504-678-3462 for current visitor access procedures and requirements.

Visitor hours, identification rules, vehicle requirements, and other restrictions were not provided. Confirm current access rules before traveling to the installation.

Housing and Lodging

The Housing Service Center is in Building 370 and can be reached at 504-678-3280. It is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; email NewOrleans_Housing@us.navy.mil. Unaccompanied housing is in Building 562 at 504-678-7054. Family housing is operated by Patrician Military Housing, and Navy Gateway Inns & Suites can be reached at 504-678-3419. Reservation details were not provided.

Facilities and Services

Service Details Phone
Commissary Fresh produce, meats, frozen and chilled foods, dairy items, deli-bakery, and specialty meat cuts 504-678-9460
Navy Exchange Installation exchange 504-678-2057 / 2770
Fuel station Building 269; pumps are open 24 hours with approved cards —
Fleet and Family Support Center Family support services 504-678-7569
Legal assistance Legal assistance services 504-678-4692

Schools and Childcare

Belle Chasse Academy is a charter school on the installation for children in grades K-8. Call 504-433-5850. The School Liaison Officer can be reached at 210-7338.

Belle Chasse Academy K-8 charter school, 504-433-5850
Child Development Center 504-678-3654
School Liaison Officer 210-7338

Medical Services

Naval Branch Health Clinic Belle Chasse is at 400 Russell Avenue, Building 41, Belle Chasse, Louisiana 70037. It is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Call 504-678-3660. The clinic is a branch clinic assigned to Naval Hospital Pensacola. TRICARE can be reached at 800-444-5445; after-hours nurse advice is 800-TRICARE (874-2273), option 1.

Recreation and Amenities

Facility Phone
Fitness Center and Gymnasium 504-678-3230
Bowling Center 504-678-3514
Library 504-678-3078
Swimming Pool 504-678-3524
Youth Center 504-678-3310
Family Recreation Center 504-678-4523
Aviation Arbor RV Park 45 spaces; 504-678-3500
Auto Care Center Do-it-yourself work area and selected vehicle services; 504-678-3448

Things to Know

  • NAS JRB New Orleans is an active joint reserve installation managed by the U.S. Navy through Commander, Navy Region Southeast.
  • The base supports Navy, Marine Corps Reserve, Coast Guard, Louisiana Air National Guard, Army Reserve, Fleet Readiness Center, Navy Reserve, and other tenant commands.
  • Contact the Visitor Control Center at 504-678-3462 before visiting.
  • Military members with orders who need a sponsor or arrival information can call 504-678-9555 or email NORL.N1_ADMIN@navy.mil.
  • Facility hours and access rules can change, so call before traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the Visitor Control Center?

It is in Building 511 at the main gate.

What is the Visitor Control Center phone number?

Call 504-678-3462.

What school is on the installation?

Belle Chasse Academy is a K-8 charter school.

Is medical care available on the installation?

Yes. Naval Branch Health Clinic Belle Chasse is in Building 41.

Does the installation have an RV park?

Yes. Aviation Arbor RV Park has 45 spaces.