Seymour Johnson Air Force Base is an active United States Air Force installation in Goldsboro, North Carolina. This page gives practical visitor details, housing and lodging contacts, facilities, schools and childcare info, medical services, and recreation options. Use the provided phone numbers and the official website to confirm current hours and access rules.

Base Overview

Official name Seymour Johnson Air Force Base
Military branch United States Air Force
Base status Active
Street address 1050 Wright Brothers Ave, Seymour Johnson AFB, NC 27531
Visitor Center phone 919-722-1345
Official website Seymour Johnson Air Force Base official site

Location and Directions

Seymour Johnson AFB is in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The 24-hour Berkeley Gate is the main gate. From Raleigh and the west, official directions use I-40 East, I-440 East, and NC 13/US 70 to Goldsboro, then N Berkeley Boulevard to Berkeley Gate. The nearest practical airports are Raleigh-Durham International (about 70 miles west) and Kinston Regional Jetport (about 28 miles east).

Visitor Information

The Visitor Center is at 1050 Wright Brothers Ave. Call 919-722-1345 or the Welcome Center at 919-722-1335. The Welcome Center hours are Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; closed weekends.

Visitors must show a valid driver’s license or state ID. Vehicles need a current driver’s license, proof of insurance, and current registration. After-hours visitors should proceed to the main gate for access instructions or a pass. Confirm access rules with the Visitor Center before traveling.

Housing and Lodging

The Military Housing Office is at Mayroads Community Center, 600 Kenly Road; call 919-722-0362. Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. Temporary lodging is at the Southern Pines Inn; call 919-722-0385. The installation reports 69 temporary lodging quarters with kitchens and conveniences.

Facilities and Services

The base has a commissary (call 919-722-0321), an Exchange shoppette (919-734-7235), and a Military and Family Readiness Center (919-722-1123). An Education Center at 1520 Goodson St supports college programs and tuition assistance; call 919-722-5800 for hours.

Additional services include legal assistance (919-722-5322), postal services (919-722-5496), and dining facilities such as Southern Eagle Dining Facility (919-722-5294) and Mustang Taproom (919-722-8547).

Schools and Childcare

There are no on-base K-12 schools. School-age children generally attend Wayne County Public Schools. The School Liaison Officer is available to assist families, and a Child Development Center and youth programs are provided on the installation.

Local public school system Wayne County Public Schools — 919-731-5900
School Liaison Officer 919-722-0691 — 1200 Wright Brothers Avenue
Childcare and youth On-base Child Development Center; Youth Center phone 919-722-0502

Medical Services

The 4th Medical Group - Koritz Clinic is at 2803 Medical Campus Drive. Main phone is 919-722-1802. Hours are Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Services include primary care, family health, immunizations, pharmacy, pediatrics, dental, optometry, mental health, and physical therapy. The clinic does not provide emergency or urgent care; call 911 for life-threatening emergencies.

Recreation and Amenities

On-base recreation options include a fitness center, library, bowling center, Olympic pool, splash pad, outdoor recreation programs, and a base campground.

Fitness Center 919-722-0420
Library 919-722-5826
Outdoor Recreation 919-722-1104
Community Center 919-722-0334

Things to Know

  • The 4th Fighter Wing is the host unit and conducts F-15E Strike Eagle operations at the base.
  • The 916th Air Refueling Wing is a tenant reserve unit operating KC-46 aircraft.
  • Installation access is controlled; verify current pass requirements before arrival.
  • New arrivals should check in with the Military Housing Office for housing help.
  • The base clinic does not offer urgent or emergency care; call 911 for emergencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How do I contact the Visitor Center? Call 919-722-1345.
  • What ID is needed to enter? A valid driver’s license or state ID; vehicles also need registration and insurance.
  • Are there on-base K-12 schools? No. Local students use Wayne County Public Schools.
  • Where do I get medical care on base? The Koritz Clinic (4th Medical Group) provides primary and specialty outpatient services; call 919-722-1802.
  • Is temporary lodging available? Yes. Contact the Southern Pines Inn at 919-722-0385 for reservations.