NAVAL STATION EVERETT: IN-DEPTH WELCOME CENTER

By Rachel Childs

Introduction

Welcome to Naval Station Everett in Washington. Naval Station Everett is the most modern shore installation in the U.S. and one of only two Navy-owned deep-water ports on the continental West Coast. Naval Station Everett is home to Navy surface ships and the command staffs of Carrier Strike Group 11 and Destroyer Squadron 9. The naval station also supports Coast Guard vessels and Military Sealift Command supply vessels. For a full list of organizations and homeported ships at Naval Station Everett, visit the station's website. The station is responsible for several key properties throughout Washington state. These include:

Navy Family Support Complex Smokey Point, which serves military personnel, retirees, and families who live in the region.
Naval Radio Station Jim Creek, which maintains communication with submarines in the Pacific. This station is surrounded by the 5,000-acre Jim Creek Wilderness Recreation Area, which includes a Navy-protected old-growth forest.
Naval Facility Pacific Beach, which supports a training range for Navy aviators from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island and offers a recreation facility for Navy personnel.

Other focused areas of operation include the Acoustic Research Detachment in Bayview, Idaho, and the Naval Radio Transmitter Facility in LaMoure, North Dakota. Approximately 6,000 sailors and civil service personnel are assigned to commands at Naval Station Everett. The naval station itself has about 350 sailors and civilian personnel. Continue reading for our in-depth guide on Naval Station Everett so you can get to know your new installation and its surrounding community.

Where Is NS Everett?
Naval Station Everett Map
NS Everett Directions
NS Everett Transportation Office
Entering NS Everett and Base Amenities
Where Should I Live Near NS Everett?
NS Everett Schools
Everett, WA, Weather
Things To Do Near NS Everett

Where Is NS Everett?

Visitor Center

Building 1900, near the main gate Everett, WA 98207

Phone

: 1 (425) 304-3260

Naval Station Everett Map

Directions to Naval Station Everett

Naval Station Everett is found in the Pacific Northwest between the Puget Sound and the Cascade Range in Washington state. Located along the Possession Sound, the naval station is near the city of Everett, the largest city in Washington's Snohomish County. The San Juan Islands and Olympic Peninsula are only a short ferry ride away from the naval station. Just 25 miles south of the naval station is Seattle. Approximately 100 miles north is Vancouver, Canada. The closest major airport is Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which is about 45 miles from the naval station.

Driving Directions From Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

From the airport, follow signs for WA-518 East/Interstate 5/Interstate 405/Seattle/Tacoma and merge onto WA-518 East.
Take the exit on the left onto Interstate 5 North, toward Seattle. Merge onto Interstate 5 North.
Take Exit 192 and merge onto Broadway.
Turn left onto Everett Avenue.
Turn right onto West Marine View Drive.
Continue north over the viaduct. Naval Station Everett's main gate is located on the left.

NS Everett Transportation Office

Getting ready for a PCS move and in need of some help? Visit the Military OneSource website. Military OneSource provides information, answers, and support to the greater military community, including information on local transportation offices and relocation services.

Naval Station Everett Transportation Office

2000 W. Marine View Drive Everett, WA 98270

Phone

: 1 (360) 476-9172

Naval Station Everett Transportation Office Hours

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday
- 0730 to 1600.
Wednesday
- 0900 to 1600.

Entering Naval Station Everett and Base Amenities

If you do not have a valid military ID, you may have to stop at the visitor center to gain installation access. Click here for more information on entering Naval Station Everett.

Check-In Procedures for Incoming Personnel

Contact your assigned unit for in-processing procedures and requirements. Contact information for offices and services at Naval Station Everett can be found in the naval station's phone directory. The Navylife PNW website can provide additional information on relocation support, getting around the area, and other PCS matters.

Everett Naval Station Visitor Center

The visitor center issues temporary vehicle passes and can provide directions and information on the installation. For more information on naval station access, visit the Naval Station Everett website.

Visitor Center

Building 1900, near the main gate Everett, WA 98207

Phone

: 1 (425) 304-3260

Everett Naval Station DEERS Office

Personnel Support Detachment

Building 2000 Everett, WA 98207

Phone

: 1 (425) 304-4256

Naval Station Everett PSD Hours

For information on making an appointment for ID cards and other DEERS, RAPIDS, and personnel matters, visit the Naval Station Everett Personnel Support Detachment website.

Naval Station Everett Gate Information

The main gate to Naval Station Everett is found on 19th Street off West Marine View Drive. The north gate is on 18th Street. For more information on installation access and directions to the naval station and its facilities, visit the naval station's website.

Naval Station Everett Commissary

13900 45th Ave. NE Marysville, WA 98271

Phone

: 1 (425) 304-3379

Naval Station Everett Commissary Hours

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
- 0900 to 1900.
Thursday
- 0900 to 2000.
Saturday
- 0800 to 1900.

Navy Exchange Everett NS

13904 45th Ave. NE Marysville, WA 98271

Phone

: 1 (425) 304-4940

NEX Everett Naval Station Hours

Monday through Sunday
- 0900 to 1800.

Naval Station Everett Barber Shop

Inside the Exchange 13904 45th Ave. NE Marysville, WA 98271

Phone

: 1 (425) 304-4965

Naval Station Everett Barber Shop Hours

Tuesday through Sunday
- 0900 to 1700.

Naval Station Everett Post Office

The closest post office to Naval Station Everett is in Everett, WA. Visit the USPS website for other postal service locations.

Everett Post Office

3102 Hoyt Ave. Everett, WA 98201

Phone

: 1 (425) 257-3208

Everett Post Office Hours

Monday through Friday
- 0830 to 1730.
Saturday
- 1000 to 1500.

Naval Station Everett Finance Office

If you're looking for financial advice or assistance on money matters, the talented and professional counselors at Naval Station Everett's Fleet and Family Support Centers can help.

Naval Station Everett Fleet and Family Support Centers

Smokey Point

13910 45th Ave. NE Marysville, WA 98271

Phone

: 1 (866) 854-0638

Naval Station Everett Smokey Point Fleet and Family Support Center Hours

Monday through Friday
- 0730 to 1600.

Naval Station Everett Annex

2000 W. Marine View Drive Everett, WA 98207

Phone

: 1 (866) 854-0638

Naval Station Everett Annex Fleet and Family Support Center Hours

Monday through Friday
- 0730 to 1600.

Naval Station Everett Legal Office

2000 W. Marine Drive Everett, WA 98207

Phone

: 1 (425) 304-4551

Naval Station Everett Legal Office Hours

Visit the Region Legal Service Office's website for more information on making an appointment and walk-in services for legal assistance.

Naval Station Everett Library

Naval Station Everett does not have a physical library. However, service members and their family members can access the Navy MWR Digital Library's online resources anywhere in the world. For more information, visit the Navy MWR Digital Library website.

Hotels Near Naval Station Everett, WA

There are many hotels near Naval Station Everett, 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 Navy Lodge website.

Navy Lodge Everett

14320 45th Ave. NE Marysville, WA 98271

Phone

: 1 (360) 653-6390

Hot Tip: Download MyBaseGuide's Naval Station Everett Military Relocation Guide for information about hotels near Naval Station Everett.

Where Should I Live Near Naval Station Everett?

Cities Near Naval Station Everett

While many military family members call military housing their home, others choose to live in nearby communities. Arlington, Bothell, Everett, Lake Stevens, Lynnwood, Marysville, and other neighboring communities provide housing, employment, and other services for Naval Station Everett military families.

Best Places To Live Near Naval Station Everett

Everett

Naval Station Everett is found just outside the city of Everett. The city has a population of approximately 111,475 people. Everett is home to Angel of the Winds Arena, which hosts hockey and indoor football events, concerts, and other entertainment. Everett also boasts an art center, a children's museum, the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum, the Boeing Future of Flight aviation attraction, and Funko's 17,000-square-foot flagship store. The city's parks, playgrounds, sports fields, beaches, and trails provide additional opportunities for recreation and exploration.

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Naval Station Everett Schools

There are many options for your child's education near Naval Station Everett. Washington offers traditional public schools, as well as public charter schools and private schools. For younger children, there are a variety of local child care programs on and off the naval station. There are seven school districts near Naval Station Everett. There are no DoDEA schools on the installation. The Naval Station Everett School Liaison Officer website has more information on local school districts, home schooling in Washington, special education resources, and the youth sponsorship program, which matches incoming students with a fellow student who can guide them in their new community. Find more local school information at The Best Naval Station Everett Schools: Daycare – High School

Everett, WA, Weather

Everett enjoys mild temperatures year-round, with wet winters and dry summers. In the summer, the average high is in the upper 60s and mid-70s, with average lows in the 50s. In the winter, average highs are in the mid-40s and low 50s, with average lows in the 30s. Everett doesn't get much snow, but it does occasionally experience flurries, with an average of less than 3 inches annually. The city gets about 36 inches of rain annually. Washington residents should be prepared for earthquakes. For more information on weather preparedness in Washington, visit the Washington State Department of Health website.

Things To Do Around Naval Station Everett

Naval Station Everett and the surrounding region are home to many historical sites, museums, art galleries, theaters, great breweries and restaurants, and vibrant shopping districts. On the naval station and its support facilities, there are also a number of recreational opportunities, including the Pierside Plaza, a golf course, a movie theater, a fitness center, a pool, and more. Outside the gates, with Everett, Seattle, and other waterfront attractions nearby, there's no shortage of things to do. Get out and explore!

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Conclusion

Moving to a new installation comes with challenges, but Naval Station Everett is a great place to call home. Head to local hangouts, spend the day in Seattle, and discover other area gems to experience everything this region and installation have to offer you during your time here.

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