Naval Base Coronado  In-depth Overview

MISSION:

In order to support the Fleet, Fighter and Family, our goal is to provide the highest quality base operating support and quality of life services to U.S. Navy operating forces and other assigned and visiting activities. We seek to provide the right support, at the right time, in the right amount, enabling operating forces to produce the right level of combat readiness.

VISION:

To serve as the Navy's "West Coast Quarterdeck" by directing and delivering base operating support programs and services that exceed customer expectations and contribute to the operational readiness of both ashore and afloat commands at Naval Base Coronado.

Naval Base Coronado supports the Navy's mission and drive for increased combat readiness by providing complementary and effective infrastructure in the form of runways, piers, training ranges, and facilities to Fleet operating forces, while simultaneously delivering superlative quality of life and wellness services for our Sailors and our families.

Naval Air Station North Island (NASNI) was commissioned in 1917 and was the major continental U.S. base supporting the operating forces in the Pacific during World War II. At that time, the City of Coronado became home to most of the aircraft factory workers and dependents of NASNI, which was working around the clock. NASNI is home for Naval Base Coronado (NBC) Commanding Officer and leadership. 

Naval Base Coronado (NBC) was established in 1997 and incorporated eight separate naval installations under the Commanding Officer at NASNI.

Those facilities include:

• Naval Air Station, North Island (NASNI)
• Naval Amphibious Base Coronado (NAB)
• Naval Outlying Landing Field, Imperial Beach (NOLF)
• Naval Auxiliary Landing Field, San Clemente Island (NALF SCI)
• Silver Strand Training Complex (SSTC) - Coastal Campus
• Camp Michael Monsoor (CMM)
• Camp Morena (CM)
• Remote Training Site, Warner Springs (SERE)

These eight installations inhabit more than 57,000 acres and employ over 36,000 military and civilian personnel, making NBC the largest command in the Southwest Region with over 30% of the Region’s total workforce.

For more information, please visit Naval Base Coronado's homepage: https://www.cnic.navy.mil/regions/cnrsw/installations/navbase_coronado.html.

Naval Base Coronado is located in Coronado, California - one of the most unique and beautiful beachfront cities in the world. Measuring only 13.5 square miles and located just minutes from downtown San Diego, this enchanted island has it all: beaches, parks, numerous recreational activities, highly rated schools, top notch municipal services, a wonderful climate and an ideal location. San Diego, a military town, has a higher cost of living than most cities in America but is also known as "America's Finest City." 

Typically, you will fly into the San Diego International Airport / Lindbergh Field. Located at 3225 North Harbor Drive, the airport is conveniently located three miles northwest of downtown San Diego and approximately 9 miles from Naval Base Coronado.

Shuttle Service/USO

The United Services Organization office is located outside of Terminal 2. Contact the USO at 619-296-3192 prior to arrival for the most up-to-date information on services and discounted shuttles to the main gate of the installations. Advanced reservations may be required. Check with your command to see if a duty driver or your Command Sponsor can provide transportation.

Taxi or Rideshare Service

Taxi rates from the airport to the base vary. It is important that you negotiate the rate for the total cost before you get into the taxi and ask to see the driver's base access pass. Ride Share services like Uber and Lyft also have drop-off locations at the Visitor's Center.

Local Bus or Trolley

The Metro Transit System travels to and from the airport and downtown San Diego, which can connect you to the trolley, train and other bus stops. For public transportation and ground transportation, visit the Volunteer Airport Ambassadors at the Information Desk located in the baggage claim area of Terminals 1 and 2.

If you choose, visit the San Diego commuter website to plan which methods of public transportation you will use from the airport to your destination.

Bus routes, fares and schedule information may be obtained by calling 619-233-3004. The San Diego Trolley also serves the San Diego Region and is an excellent form of transportation for day-to-day travel to the base. Review the transportation section for more information.

From the North:

• Take I-5 South
• Exit SR 75 to Coronado
• Cross the Coronado Bridge and stay on Third Avenue

To North Island:

• Cross Orange Avenue and continue straight follow signs for base gate.
• The NB Coronado (North Island) Main Gate is located at the Intersection of Third and Alameda Blvd.

To Naval Amphibious Base:

• Turn left onto Orange Avenue (approximately 1/2 mile)
• Orange Avenue turns into Highway 75 (also known as "The Strand" or "Silver Strand")
• Continue past the Hotel Del Coronado, large hotel with a red roof
• Turn left onto Tarawa Road and enter gate on left.

From the South:

• Take I-5 North
• Exit SR 75 to Coronado
• Cross the Coronado Bridge and stay on Third Avenue

To North Island:

• Cross Orange Avenue and continue straight follow signs for base gate.
• The NB Coronado (North Island) Main Gate is located at the Intersection of Third and Alameda Blvd.

To Naval Amphibious Base:

• Turn left onto Orange Avenue (approximately 1/2 mile)
• Orange Avenue turns into Highway 75 (also known as "The Strand" or "Silver Strand")
• Continue past the Hotel Del Coronado, large hotel with a red roof
• Turn left onto Tarawa Road and enter gate on left.

Entering the Main Gate

All visitors are required to enter the base via the Main Gate. The following basic rules apply: proceed directly to the Main Gate and be prepared to stop and provide a U.S. Department of Defense identification card. Base security can assist you toward your destination or simply ask for the nearest base directory.

If you are going to San Clemente or Imperial Beach see the numbers located in the contact section for directions to specific destination.

Currently, there is no base transportation on this installation. There is a Transportation Incentive Program (TIP) which issues vouchers so that transportation to and from work is free for active duty personnel. Please visit the Transportation Incentive Program website to fill out an application.