Naval Base Coronado is an active U.S. Navy installation in Coronado, California. It includes several facilities in the San Diego region. This guide covers directions, visitor access, housing, services, childcare, medical care, and recreation.

Base Overview

Official name Naval Base Coronado
Military branch U.S. Navy
Base status Active
Street address 3rd St & Alameda Blvd, Coronado, CA 92118
Main phone number 619-545-8123 Naval Base Coronado Quarterdeck
Visitor Center phone 619-545-7412
Official website Naval Base Coronado official website

Location and Directions

Naval Base Coronado is in Coronado, California, but the installation covers several sites in the San Diego region. San Diego International Airport is about 9 miles away, according to MilitaryINSTALLATIONS.

Facility Address
Naval Air Station North Island 300 Alameda Blvd., Coronado, CA 92118
Naval Amphibious Base Coronado 3632 Tulagi Rd., Coronado, CA 92118
Silver Strand Training Complex 560 Silver Strand Blvd., Imperial Beach, CA 91932

From the north or south, use Interstate 5 and take Exit 14A to California State Route 75 toward Coronado. For Naval Air Station North Island, continue on Third Street to the main gate at Third Street and Alameda Boulevard. For Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, use Orange Avenue, continue onto State Route 75 and Silver Strand, then turn onto Tarawa Road.

Visitor Information

Visitors must use an authorized main gate and be ready to show Department of Defense identification or complete visitor-access steps. People who need unescorted access must complete DBIDS pre-enrollment or SECNAV Form 5512/1 with help from an authorized sponsor.

Authorized sponsors include active-duty, Guard, Reserve, CAC-holding civilian personnel, and eligible family members age 18 or older. Contact the Visitor Control Center at 619-545-7412 or nbc_baseaccess@us.navy.mil before traveling. Responses may take up to 24 business hours, and access rules can change.

Housing and Lodging

Naval Amphibious Base Coronado includes enlisted family housing. Bachelor housing is available at Naval Air Station North Island and Naval Amphibious Base Coronado. The San Diego area has a lengthy childcare waiting list, so families should register as soon as they receive orders. The Navy Lodge and Navy housing resources are referenced by the command, but complete current lodging details were not provided.

Location Reservations phone
Naval Air Station North Island, Building 1500, Rogers Road 619-545-9551 / 619-545-7545
Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, Building 504 619-437-3860

Facilities and Services

Navy Exchange facilities and retail service centers are at Naval Air Station North Island, Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, and Naval Outlying Landing Field Imperial Beach. Navy galley services are available at North Island and Naval Amphibious Base Coronado. Fleet and Family Support resources include lending lockers and welcome kits.

Branch medical and dental clinics are available at Naval Base Coronado and Naval Amphibious Base Coronado. For an emergency on base, the installation medical page instructs callers to dial 9-911.

Schools and Childcare

Navy-sponsored childcare in the San Diego area includes on-base Child Development Centers and licensed in-home childcare providers. MilitaryINSTALLATIONS reports a lengthy waiting list, so early registration is recommended.

No school information is provided in the verified base data. Families should use the base’s current childcare and family support contacts for help with local school questions.

Medical Services

The Branch Medical Clinic is in Building 601 on McCain Boulevard in San Diego. It serves active-duty military, retirees, family members, and federal employees, and offers services such as family medicine, women’s health, laboratory care, pharmacy, optometry, radiology, and physical therapy. The clinic is open Monday through Friday from 0700 to 1600; call 619-545-0761.

The Naval Base Coronado dental clinic serves active-duty members in Building 600 and can be reached at 619-545-6397 or 619-545-6398. The Naval Amphibious Base dental clinic is in Building 506 and can be reached at 619-437-2954. The pharmacy phone is 619-545-4290, with hours Monday through Friday from 0730 to 1600.

Recreation and Amenities

Naval Amphibious Base Coronado includes Pacific Ocean and bayside beachfront, on-base recreation areas, and a recreational marina. Naval Base Coronado also has parks, beaches, housing, and other recreation areas.

Naval Air Station North Island has four conference rooms with space for about 10 to 70 people.

Things to Know

  • Naval Base Coronado is a group of facilities, not one small site.
  • Some sites support active airfield, maritime, and military training operations.
  • Access rules can vary by facility and visitor status.
  • Contact the Visitor Control Center or an authorized sponsor before traveling.
  • Childcare space in the San Diego area is limited, so register early.
  • Gate rules, phone numbers, hours, and services can change. Confirm current details before you go.

Frequently Asked Questions

What branch operates Naval Base Coronado?
It is operated by the U.S. Navy.
Where is Naval Base Coronado?
The main installation is in Coronado, California, with other facilities across the San Diego region.
What phone number can visitors call?
Call the Visitor Control Center at 619-545-7412.
Is family housing available?
Enlisted family housing is available at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado.
Is childcare available?
Child Development Centers and licensed in-home providers serve the San Diego area, but waiting lists are lengthy.