Patrick Space Force Base is an active United States Space Force installation in Florida, about 3 miles south of Cocoa Beach. This guide covers directions, visitor rules, housing, schools, medical services, and recreation. Access and service details can change, so check current information before you travel.

Base Overview

Official name Patrick Space Force Base
Military branch United States Space Force
Base status Active
Street address 1201 Edward H. White St., Bldg. 423, Patrick SFB, FL 32925-3439
Main phone number 321-494-1110
Visitor Center phone 321-494-0427
Official website Patrick Space Force Base official website

Location and Directions

Patrick Space Force Base is on a barrier island in Brevard County. The Banana River is to the west, and the Atlantic Ocean is to the east, with State Road A1A between them. Cocoa Beach is about 3 miles north, and Melbourne is about 8 miles south. Melbourne International Airport and Orlando International Airport are the nearest listed airports with driving directions.

Visitor Information

The base has controlled access. Visitors generally need a base pass and must meet identification, vehicle, sponsorship, and pass rules. Bring a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or other qualifying identification, valid vehicle registration or a rental-car agreement, and proof of current vehicle insurance.

The Visitor Control Center is open Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. It is closed on weekends. The East Gate is open 24 hours, the South Gate is open from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the Inspection Gate has weekday and Saturday hours. The Trusted Traveler Program has been suspended since February 28, 2026. Foreign visitor requests must be completed at least 30 days before the visit. Confirm current access rules before traveling.

Housing and Lodging

Patrick Family Housing is privatized and managed by Hunt Companies. The listed housing areas are Oceanside, River’s Edge, and Pelican Coast. The housing office is at 514 Falcon Ave., Bldg. 415, and can be reached at 321-494-2594. Temporary lodging is available at Space Coast Inn at 321-494-5428 or 321-494-6590. Some rooms allow pets, and a daily pet fee may apply.

Facilities and Services

Base services include an Exchange, commissary and retail support, pharmacy, post office, chapel, library, fitness facilities, Child Development Center, veterinary clinic, legal services, and family-support services.

Space Launch Delta 45 is headquartered at Patrick Space Force Base. It manages Eastern Range launch operations and supports range safety, instruments, infrastructure, scheduling, and mission assurance.

Schools and Childcare

There are no Department of Defense schools on Patrick Space Force Base. Children living in Patrick SFB housing attend Brevard Public Schools. The School Liaison Office can be reached at 321-494-1991.

Housing area Elementary school Middle school High school
Pelican Coast Holland Elementary School DeLaura Middle School Satellite Beach High School
River’s Edge and Oceanside Roosevelt Elementary School Cocoa Beach Jr./Sr. High School Cocoa Beach Jr./Sr. High School

Childcare programs include the Child Development Center, School Age Care, and Family Child Care. The Department of Defense-certified Family Child Care program offers in-home care for children from 2 weeks through 12 years. Start requests through MilitaryChildCare.com.

Medical Services

The installation medical clinic and after-hours primary care line are both available at 321-494-8241. The pharmacy phone is 321-494-9313, and refills are handled at 321-494-8740. Radiology is at 321-494-8139. TRICARE and referral help are available at 321-494-8459 and 321-494-7599. The veterinary clinic phone is 321-494-6080.

Recreation and Amenities

Facility Phone
Outdoor Recreation Center 321-494-2042
Base pool 321-494-5042
Family campground 321-494-4787

Other listed amenities include Manatee Cove Golf Course, a marina, beaches and beach facilities, the Beach House, Tides Club, fitness and wellness facilities, and Information, Tickets and Travel. RV access and campground procedures depend on current access rules and operating restrictions.

Things to Know

  • Patrick Space Force Base is the headquarters of Space Launch Delta 45.
  • Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is a separate, collocated installation. Its Visitor Control Center is different from the Patrick SFB Visitor Control Center.
  • The Trusted Traveler Program has been suspended at Patrick Space Force Base and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station since February 28, 2026.
  • There are no DoD schools on the base. School-aged children attend Brevard Public Schools.
  • Do not use the installation as a public beach or tourist destination without confirming access eligibility and pass rules.
  • Access details, gate hours, and service hours can change. Confirm current information before traveling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Patrick Space Force Base?

It is in Florida on a barrier island, about 3 miles south of Cocoa Beach and about 8 miles north of Melbourne.

What phone number should visitors use?

Call the Visitor Control Center at 321-494-0427.

Are visitors allowed on the base?

Visitors must meet current identification, vehicle, sponsorship, and pass requirements. Unofficial visitors generally need an Unofficial Visitor Base Pass.

Are there DoD schools on the base?

No. Children in base housing attend Brevard Public Schools.

Does the base have medical services?

Yes. The installation medical clinic is available at 321-494-8241, with pharmacy, radiology, and TRICARE services also listed.