Arkansas is home to over 300,000 veterans, around 5,000 active-duty service members, and over 13,000 National Guard and reserve members. The state's military bases contribute significantly to the local economy, supporting over 20,000 jobs and generating more than $2.5 billion annually.
Arkansas is home to six military installations, each playing a critical role in training, defense, and strategic military operations.
List of Military Bases in Arkansas
- Camp Robinson
- Ebbing Air National Guard Base
- Fort Chaffee
- Little Rock Air Force Base
- Pine Bluff Arsenal
1. Camp Robinson
📍 Location: North Little Rock, AR 🎯 Mission: National Guard training and infantry operations
Camp Joseph T. Robinson serves as a major training center for the U.S. Army and National Guard. The base provides training in:
- Infantry tactics
- Aviation operations
- Logistics support
Key Units Stationed at Camp Robinson:
- 39th Infantry Brigade Combat Team
- 77th Combat Aviation Brigade
- 87th Troop Command
2. Ebbing Air National Guard Base
📍 Location: Fort Smith, AR 🎯 Mission: Air National Guard training and recruitment
Located in Fort Smith, Ebbing Air National Guard Base is home to the 188th Wing of the Arkansas Air National Guard. It serves as the recruiting and processing center for new Air National Guard members, providing:
- Recruitment services
- Processing of new recruits
- Training and career guidance
Visit Ebbing Air National Guard Base
3. Fort Chaffee
📍 Location: Fort Smith, AR 🎯 Mission: Military training and combat readiness
Fort Chaffee is a large-scale training facility, covering over 64,000 acres. It is used by:
- Active-duty Army units
- Army National Guard
- Reserve forces
