Illinois has 1 qualifying Navy installation covered in this guide. These locations support navy recruit and technical training. The list below gives the main location, contact, mission and facilities for each base.

Navy Bases in Illinois

Navy installations in Illinois support ships, submarines, aviation, training, weapons or shore-based commands.

Naval Station Great Lakes

Naval Station Great Lakes is an active navy installation in the North Chicago area. Its main work includes navy recruit and technical training, with facilities that support the mission and assigned personnel.

Branch Navy
Location North Chicago, Illinois
Address 2601 E. Paul Jones Street, Great Lakes, IL 60088
Main contact 847-688-3500
Main operations Navy recruit and technical training
Key facilities Piers or waterfront facilities, operations areas and support services
Status Active

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Navy bases are in Illinois?

Using the installation definition in this guide, Illinois has 1 qualifying Navy installation: Naval Station Great Lakes.

Where is Naval Station Great Lakes located?

Naval Station Great Lakes is located in North Chicago, Illinois.

What is Naval Station Great Lakes used for?

Naval Station Great Lakes supports navy recruit and technical training.

Is Naval Station Great Lakes an active Navy installation?

Yes. Naval Station Great Lakes is listed as active in this guide.

Is Naval Station Great Lakes the only major Navy base in Illinois?

Under the installation definition used for this guide, yes. Other Navy units or Guard facilities may exist in Illinois, but they are not counted here as separate major installations.