MCAS NEW RIVER: IN-DEPTH WELCOME CENTER

Introduction

Welcome to Marine Corps Air Station New River in North Carolina. MCAS New River provides aviation support, force protection, infrastructure, and community services to promote the readiness, sustainment, and quality of life for the II Marine Expeditionary Force, and other military forces, tenant commands, personnel, and their families. The base supports and enhances the combat readiness of the Marine Corps Aviation Combat Element and Department of Defense units. The base is home to Marine Aircraft Group 29, Marine Aircraft Group 26, and other tenant units. MCAS New River's population includes approximately 6,300 active-duty members, 220 civilian personnel, 6,840 family members, and 2,490 retirees. For more information on MCAS New River, visit the base's website. Continue reading for our in-depth guide on MCAS New River so you can get to know your new base and its surrounding community. 1. Where Is MCAS New River? 2. Google Map View 3. Getting There – Directions to MCAS New River 4. Entering MCAS New River and Base Amenities

• Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel
• MCAS New River Visitor Center
• MCAS New River Gate Hours
• MCAS New River DEERS Office
• MCAS New River Commissary
• MCAS New River MCX
• MCAS New River Barber Shop
• MCAS New River Post Office
• MCAS New River Finance Office
• Grand Forks Legal Office
• MCAS New River Library
• MCAS New River Hotels

5. Where Should I Live Near MCAS New River? 6. MCAS New River Schools 7. MCAS New River Weather 8. Things To Do Near MCAS New River

Where is MCAS New River?

Pass and Registration Office

Adjacent to the main gate Building AS-187, Curtis Road Jacksonville, NC 28540

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-5040

MCAS New River Map

Directions to MCAS New River

MCAS New River is found in eastern North Carolina. The base is in the city of Jacksonville in Onslow County. The base is less than 20 miles north of beautiful Atlantic beaches. To the east of base is the New River and Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, to the north is Richlands, and to the south is Sneads Ferry, North Topsail Beach, Surf City, and other coastal communities.

Albert J. Ellis Airport

The closest airport is the Albert J. Ellis Airport, which is about 15 miles from the base.

Driving Directions From Albert J. Ellis Airport

1. Make a right turn from Airport Road onto Highway 111 (Catherine Lake Road).
2. Turn right onto Highway 24/258.
3. Bear to the right onto Highway 17 south.
4. At the second light, exit left to the main gate.

MCAS New River Transportation Office

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MCB Camp Lejeune DMO

Building 1011, Ash Street MCB Camp Lejeune, NC 28546

Phone

: 1 (910) 450-8417

Entering MCAS New River and Base Amenities

If you do not have a valid military ID, you may have to stop at the pass and registration office to gain base access. Click here for more information on the pass and registration office at MCAS New River.

Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel

Upon arrival, Marine personnel should report to the Installation Personnel Administration Center in Building AS-201 in the uniform of the day. Call 1 (910) 449-7268 for more information. Personnel who arrive after regular business hours should report to their command duty officer. Marine personnel will need their service record book, health and dental records, a copy of previous sets of orders, and moving receipts to check in. After Marine personnel have checked in with IPAC, they will report to their permanent command for an official reporting endorsement and more in-processing instructions. Service members from other branches will report to their respective supporting unit detachment for an endorsement and will then report to the IPAC for further in-processing. CNATT personnel will check in to S-1 during normal working hours. CNATT personnel arriving after duty hours should contact the duty officer at 1 (910) 449-6725 or 1 (910) 376-1034. For more information on checking in, visit MCAS New River's website.

MCAS New River Visitor Center

The base's pass and registration office issues temporary vehicle passes and can provide directions and information on the base.

Pass and Registration Office

Adjacent to the main gate Building AS-187, Curtis Road Jacksonville, NC 28540

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-5040

Pass and Registration Office Hours

• Monday through Friday

  - 0700 to 1500.

MCAS New River Gate Hours

• MCAS New River Main Gate:

  Curtis Road, open 24/7.

• Douglass Gate:

  South of the main gate on state Highway 17, open 0600 to 0730 Monday through Friday.

MCAS New River DEERS Office

MCAS New River DEERS and ID Card Center

Building AS-122, Bancroft Street Jacksonville, NC 28540

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-4774

MCAS New River DEERS and ID Card Center Hours

• Monday through Friday

  - 0800 to 1545.

MCAS New River Commissary

4055 Curtis Road Jacksonville, NC 28545

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-6395

MCAS New River Commissary Hours

• Monday through Friday

  - 1000 to 1900.

• Saturday

  - 0900 to 1900.

MCAS New River MCX

Building AS-4040, Curtis Road Jacksonville, NC 28540

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-0539

MCAS New River Exchange Hours

• Monday through Friday

  - 0700 to 1900.

• Saturday and Sunday

  - 0800 to 1900.

MCAS New River Barber Shops

Exchange Barber Shop Building AS-4040, Curtis Road Jacksonville, NC 28540

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-0593

MCAS New River Barber Shop Hours

• Monday through Friday

  - 0800 to 1700.

• Saturday and Sunday

  - 0900 to 1600.

MCAS New River Post Office

234 Curtis Road McCutcheon Field, NC 28545

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-6397

MCAS New River Post Office Hours

• Monday through Friday

  - 1000 to 1300 and 1400 to 1600.

MCAS New River Finance Office

If you're looking for financial advice or assistance on money matters, the talented and professional counselors of MCAS New River's Personal Financial Management Program can help.

Personal Financial Management Program

Building AS-912, Longstaff Street Jacksonville, NC 28540

Phone

: 1 (910) 409-7355

MCAS New River Personal Financial Management Program Hours

To book an appointment with a personal financial counselor, visit the MCAS New River Personal Financial Management Program website.

MCAS New River Legal Office

216 Bancroft St. Jacksonville, NC 28545

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-6169

MCAS New River Legal Office Hours

Some legal assistance is available by appointment only. Visit the base's legal assistance website for more information on walk-in and appointment services.

MCAS New River Library

Building AS-213, Bancroft Street Jacksonville, NC 28540

Phone

: 1 (910) 449-6715

MCAS New River Library Hours

• Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

  - 0830 to 1600.

• Tuesday and Thursday

  - 1030 to 1800.

MCAS New River Hotels

There are many hotels near MCAS New River, so you're sure to find one to fit your budget. For a full list of military lodges and affiliated resorts in the area, visit the Department of Defense Lodging website and the Inns of the Corps website. The following inn is located at nearby Camp Lejeune.

Inns of the Corps

Building 896, Holcomb Boulevard Camp Lejeune, NC 28547

Phone

: 1 (910) 451-3041

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Where Should I Live Near MCAS New River?

Cities Near MCAS New River

While many military family members call base housing their home, others choose to live in nearby communities. Jacksonville and other neighboring communities provide housing, employment, and other services for MCAS New River military families. The cost of living in the region is below the national average, so rental housing and real estate is affordable.

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Best Places to Live Near MCAS New River

Jacksonville is predominantly a military town with multiple Marine Corps installations nearby. Many families choose to live further south in Hampstead, Holly Ridge, Sneads Ferry, Surf City, and other nearby communities. Some families choose to live as far as the city of Wilmington, which is approximately 50 miles from MCAS New River.

MCAS New River Schools

There are many options for your child's education near MCAS New River. North Carolina offers traditional public schools, as well as public charter schools and private schools. For younger children, there are a variety of local daycares and child care programs on and off base. Children who live on base may attend the DoDEA's Camp Lejeune Community Schools. The seven schools in this district serve students living on MCB Camp Lejeune and MCAS New River. For more information on MCAS New River elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools, visit the Camp Lejeune Community Schools website. The MCAS New River school liaison program website has additional information on area school districts, home schooling in North Carolina, and parent resources. The website also has contact information for the base's school liaison officer, who can provide information and guidance on area schools as well as educational resources for your children. Find more local school information at The Best MCAS New River Schools: Daycare – High School.

MCAS New River Weather

MCAS New River has humid, hot summers and mild winters. In winter, the average highs at MCAS New River are in the mid to high 50s. Average lows dip to the mid to high 30s. Snow is rare; the base sees an average of 2 inches annually. In the summer, the average high soars to the high 80s. Summer nights cool down a bit, with average lows in the high 60s and low 70s. MCAS New River gets about 54 inches of rain annually, with the highest rainfall during summer. Hurricane season runs from June 1 to Nov. 30. North Carolina is subject to tropical storms and hurricanes. For information on weather and emergency preparedness in North Carolina, visit the state's Department of Public Safety website.

Things To Do Around MCAS New River

MCAS New River and the surrounding region are home to beaches, historical sites, museums, a zoo, great restaurants, and shopping venues. On base, there are a multitude of recreational opportunities at the bowling center, inline hockey rink, skate park, swimming pools, theater, and more. Outside the gates, with coastal attractions nearby, there's no shortage of things to do. Get out and explore!

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Conclusion

Moving to a new base comes with challenges, but MCAS New River is a great place to call home. Head to local hangouts, spend the day exploring the coast, and discover other area gems to experience everything this region and world-class base have to offer you during your time here.

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