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Explore 113 military bases in California. Browse by branch and open detailed installation pages.
California supports major military operations across coastal, inland, and aerospace corridors, making it a key state for base discovery and relocation planning.
Branch-level coverage for military installations in California.
Air Force
14 bases
Army
16 bases
Coast Guard
12 bases
Joint
3 bases
Marine Corps
12 bases
National Guard
1 base
Navy
50 bases
Space Force
5 bases
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Barstow, CA
Fort
Fort Irwin is home to the National Training Center, the Army's premier combat training center.
San Diego, CA
Naval Base
Naval Base San Diego is the principal homeport of the Pacific Fleet and houses over 50 ships.
Lemoore, CA
Naval Air Station
Naval Air Station Lemoore is the Navy's newest and largest Master Jet Base on the West Coast.
Fairfield, CA
Air Force Base
Travis Air Force Base is the largest Air Mobility Command base in the Air Force and the West Coast's premier military air terminal.
Edwards, CA
Air Force Base
Edwards Air Force Base is the Air Force's center for flight test and evaluation, where the sound barrier was first broken.
Marysville, CA
Air Force Base
Beale Air Force Base is home to the 9th Reconnaissance Wing and operates high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft.
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What are the biggest military bases in California?
California has several large and mission-critical installations. Use the base cards on this page to compare locations and details.
Are California military bases near major cities?
Many are located near major population centers or connected corridors, with varying commute and housing trade-offs.