U.S. Naval Base Guam is an active United States Navy installation in Santa Rita, Guam. Its main base is at Orote Point on the west side of Guam. This guide covers directions, visitor access, housing, schools, medical care, services, and recreation.

Base Overview

Official name U.S. Naval Base Guam
Military branch United States Navy
Base status Active
Street address Sumay Drive, Naval Base Guam, Santa Rita, GU 96915
Main phone number 671-355-1110
Visitor Center phone 671-339-1280
Official website Naval Base Guam

Location and Directions

The main base, also called Big Navy, is on the west side of Guam at the southern end of Marine Corps Drive. It surrounds Inner Apra Harbor. Polaris Point is about two miles north of the main-base front gate along Marine Corps Drive.

Naval Base Guam also includes sites at North Finegayan, Barrigada, the Ordnance Annex, Tenjo Valley, and Sasa Valley. Check the location of your destination before traveling because services are spread across different sites.

Visitor Information

The Visitor Control Center is in Building 1657A outside the main base in Santa Rita. It is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., except Wednesdays when it closes at 3:00 p.m.; it closes for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. It is closed on weekends and holidays. The Trusted Traveler Program is suspended, and all people entering the gates must show identification. Visitors without a DoD identification card or valid access credential need a visitor pass. Call 671-339-1280 before traveling to confirm current rules and required documents.

Housing and Lodging

The Navy Housing Service Center and Family Housing Welcome Center is in Building 3190 on Sumay Drive. Call 671-333-2087 or 671-333-2088. Unaccompanied housing is in Building SB1 on Chapel Road; call 671-333-2284 or 671-333-2285.

Navy Gateway Inns & Suites Guam provides lodging. Call 671-339-5259 or 1-877-NAVY-BED for lodging information.

Facilities and Services

Naval Base Guam has exchange, food, family-support, work, worship, legal, mail, and port services. The Fleet and Family Support Center can be reached at 671-333-2056, 671-333-2057, 671-333-2058, or 671-333-2059.

Service Details Phone
Exchange and food Navy Exchange stores, gas station and mini-mart, and Orote Commissary —
Public Works Public Works support and trouble desk 671-339-2365; trouble desk 671-333-2011
Port Operations Vessel movement, berthing, logistics, and oil-spill response 671-339-6141 or 671-339-6144

Schools and Childcare

Department of Defense Education Activity schools serve eligible military dependents assigned to Guam. McCool Elementary/Middle School is at Naval Base Guam; its main phones are 671-339-8676 and 671-339-8678. The base has a Child Development Center and the Naval Hospital Guam Child Development Center. Call 671-564-1844 or 671-564-1845 for the base center, and 671-472-2312 for the hospital center.

Medical Services

U.S. Naval Hospital Guam is in Building 50 on Farenholt Avenue in Agana Heights. Its Emergency Department is open 24 hours. The hospital's central appointment number is 671-344-9222, and the quarterdeck number is 671-344-9340.

Facility or service Phone Main information
Branch Health Clinic Apra Harbor 671-333-7118 Primary care, readiness, exams, physical therapy, optometry, radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy
Branch dental care 671-339-5146 Dental care
Branch pharmacy 671-339-3017 Pharmacy services

Care priority generally starts with active-duty service members and active-duty family members enrolled in TRICARE Prime. Other eligible patients may receive care based on space and current rules.

Recreation and Amenities

Morale, Welfare and Recreation programs include the Charles King Fitness Center, Library, Sumay Cove Marina and Outdoor Recreation, movie theater, Tickets and Tours, Youth and Teen Center, rental gear, and Liberty programs. The MWR main office number is 671-339-3491. Call 671-333-2049 for the fitness center, 671-564-1836 for the library, or 671-564-1826 for the marina.

Things to Know

  • Naval Base Guam is a consolidated installation with several separate sites.
  • The Trusted Traveler Program is suspended, and all gate entrants face identification checks.
  • Contact the Visitor Control Center before arrival because access rules, hours, and required documents can change.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Naval Base Guam?

The main base is at Orote Point on the west side of Guam in the Santa Rita area.

What is the main base phone number?

The official base operator number is 671-355-1110.

Can visitors enter without a DoD identification card?

They must get a visitor pass from the Visitor Control Center during business hours.

Does Naval Base Guam have a hospital?

Yes. U.S. Naval Hospital Guam has a 24-hour Emergency Department in Agana Heights.

Are schools and childcare available?

Yes. The installation has McCool Elementary/Middle School and two listed Child Development Centers.