Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay is an active U.S. Navy installation near St. Marys in southeast Georgia. This guide covers directions, gate access, housing, schools, medical care, services, and recreation. Check with the base before traveling because access rules and hours can change.

Base Overview

Official name Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay
Military branch U.S. Navy
Base status Active
Main phone number 912-573-2020
Official website Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay

Location and Directions

The base is about three miles from Georgia State Highway 40 and five miles from Interstate 95. Jacksonville International Airport is the closest airport listed for the base, about 35 miles south.

Travel point Details
I-95 Exit 1 Use St. Marys Road to reach Franklin Gate.
I-95 Exits 3 and 6 Use Georgia State Route 40 and Kings Bay Road to reach Stimson Gate.
Stimson Gate At Kings Bay Road and Spur 40.
Franklin Gate At Spur 40 and St. Marys Road, next to the submarine memorial.

Visitor Information

Access is controlled. The Stimson Gate Pass and ID Office can be reached at 912-573-1180. Franklin Gate Pass and ID contacts are listed in the base phone directory. Confirm current identification, vehicle-pass, and gate rules before you travel.

Public tours are not currently offered. Tours may be available for authorized Department of Defense-approved groups by calling 912-573-9155. The USS George Bancroft sail exhibit near Franklin Gate is open for public viewing; visitors should park in the Pass and ID parking lot.

Housing and Lodging

Official installation information lists family housing, temporary quarters, and barracks on base. The Navy Housing Office and NSB Kings Bay Homes are at 1083 USS Andrew Jackson Boulevard, Building 180. Call 912-573-2056 for housing help and current office hours. Eagle Hammock RV Park has 80 lakeside sites with paved pads, hookups, picnic tables, and fire rings. Call 912-573-5262 or 1-877-628-9233.

Facilities and Services

The base has a commissary and Navy Exchange. Other services include family support, a chapel, Navy College, childcare, youth programs, and Morale, Welfare and Recreation.

Service Phone
Fleet and Family Support Center 912-573-4513 or 912-573-4512
Morale, Welfare and Recreation 912-573-2538
Child Development Center 912-573-3888 or 912-573-8500
Chapel 912-573-4501 or 912-573-4502

Schools and Childcare

The installation is mainly served by the Camden County School System. Some families also choose schools in Nassau County, Florida. The School Liaison Program can help families with school questions at 912-573-8986 or kingsbaySL@us.navy.mil.

The Child Development Center is at 655 Wahoo Avenue, Building 0166. It offers full-time and hourly care for children from six weeks through five years old. Hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; it is closed on federal holidays. Before- and after-school care, camps, youth programs, and teen programs are also available, subject to eligibility, enrollment, and space.

Medical Services

Naval Branch Health Clinic Kings Bay provides routine general and pediatric care and dental services. Call 912-573-1433 for the clinic, 1-800-529-4677 for appointments, and 912-573-4212 for dental appointments. The clinic does not have an emergency room. For a medical emergency, the clinic directs patients to Southeast Georgia Health System—Camden Campus on Kings Bay Road. TRICARE help is available at 1-800-444-5445.

Recreation and Amenities

MWR programs include fitness, bowling, golf, Tickets and Travel, outdoor rentals, community recreation, Liberty programs, a conference center, and intramural sports. Trident Lakes Golf Course is open to the public. Nearby St. Marys, Kingsland, Cumberland Island, coastal Georgia, and northeast Florida also offer beaches, parks, and fishing opportunities.

Things to Know

  • Kings Bay is a controlled-access military installation.
  • Public tours are currently unavailable.
  • The base quarterdeck is the main after-hours check-in and general installation contact.
  • The health clinic is not an emergency room.
  • Childcare and youth programs may have eligibility, enrollment, fee, and space rules.
  • Gate hours, access rules, and operating information can change. Confirm details before traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay open to the public?

Access is controlled, and visitors must confirm current entry rules. Public tours are not currently offered.

What is the main phone number for the base?

The installation quarterdeck number is 912-573-2020.

Which airport is closest to the base?

Jacksonville International Airport is about 35 miles south of the base.

Does the base have emergency medical care?

No. The Naval Branch Health Clinic does not have an emergency room. Emergency patients are directed to Southeast Georgia Health System—Camden Campus.

Does Kings Bay have childcare?

Yes. The Child Development Center offers full-time and hourly care for children from six weeks through five years, subject to eligibility and space.