--- title: What Military Bases are in Oregon? slug: what-military-bases-are-in-oregon description: >- A guide to active military bases in Oregon, from Portland Air National Guard Base to Kingsley Field, plus PCS housing tips and veteran-friendly agents. publishedAt: '2025-07-18T09:00:00.000Z' updatedAt: '2026-06-19T00:00:00.000Z' author: VeteranPCS categories: - US Military Bases canonical: 'https://www.veteranpcs.com/blog/what-military-bases-are-in-oregon' componentSlug: us-military-bases stateSlug: oregon --- # What Military Bases are in Oregon? Oregon has a smaller military footprint than many states, but the bases here carry important national missions. The state is home to **five major active installations**, supporting the **Air National Guard, Coast Guard, and Army National Guard**. Whether you are **PCSing to Oregon** (Permanent Change of Station, the military term for an official move to a new duty station), thinking about a move, or just curious about military history, this guide gives you a clear overview of the **key military installations** in the state. ## Overview of Military Installations in Oregon Oregon's military presence is built around air defense, pilot training, search and rescue, and Guard readiness. The state's two Air National Guard bases protect the Pacific Northwest skies and train the Air Force's air-to-air fighter pilots. Along the coast, the Coast Guard runs rescue operations day and night, and the Oregon National Guard trains thousands of soldiers and airmen each year. Most of Oregon's installations are Guard or Coast Guard units rather than large active-duty posts, so the moves here often involve smaller, close-knit communities. ### Active Military Bases in Oregon - **Portland Air National Guard Base** (142nd Wing) - **Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base** (173rd Fighter Wing) - **Coast Guard Air Station North Bend** - **Coast Guard Sector Columbia River** - **Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center** ## Air National Guard Bases in Oregon ### Portland Air National Guard Base Portland Air National Guard Base sits on the southeast side of **Portland International Airport**, about six miles northeast of downtown Portland. It is home to the Oregon Air National Guard's **142nd Wing**, which flies the **F-15 Eagle** fighter. The base is the North American Aerospace Defense Command's principal **Aerospace Control Alert** location in the Pacific Northwest, keeping a 24/7 watch over the skies from northern California to British Columbia. The wing is now transitioning to the newer **F-15EX Eagle II**. **Key Missions:** - 24/7 aerospace control alert and air defense - F-15 fighter operations for the Pacific Northwest - Special tactics, air control, and combat support Learn more from the official [142nd Wing fact sheet](https://www.142wg.ang.af.mil/Resources/Fact-Sheets/Article/438166/142nd-wing-fact-sheet/) and the [F-15EX Eagle II unveiling at Portland](https://www.ang.af.mil/Media/Article-Display/Article/3838592/f-15ex-eagle-ii-unveiled-at-portland-air-national-guard-base/). ### Kingsley Field Air National Guard Base Kingsley Field, in **Klamath Falls** in southern Oregon, is home to the **173rd Fighter Wing**. It holds a unique place in the Air Force as the **sole F-15C training base** for the entire service. The wing has been in the fighter training business for decades, and it runs the only F-15C/D schoolhouse, teaching the air-to-air combat pilots who fly the Eagle around the world. **Key Missions:** - Sole F-15C/D pilot training for the U.S. Air Force - Air-to-air combat training - Producing mission-ready fighter pilots See the official [173rd Fighter Wing welcome page](https://www.173fw.ang.af.mil/Home/Welcome/) and the news on how [Kingsley Field accepts all F-15C training](https://www.173fw.ang.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/447950/kingsley-field-ready-to-accept-all-f-15c-training/). ## Coast Guard Bases in Oregon ### Coast Guard Air Station North Bend Coast Guard Air Station North Bend is located at the North Bend Municipal Airport on the **southern Oregon coast**. The air station flies the **MH-65 Dolphin** short-range recovery helicopter and covers about **220 miles of shoreline**, from Pacific City south to the California border. Its aircrews handle search and rescue along one of the most rugged stretches of coastline in the country. **Key Missions:** - Search and rescue along the southern Oregon coast - MH-65 Dolphin helicopter operations - Maritime safety and emergency response Read more on the [Coast Guard Air Station North Bend page](https://www.pacificarea.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/District-13/Units/Sector-North-Bend/) and the [MH-65 short range recovery helicopter fact sheet](https://www.uscg.mil/Assets/Display/Article/1822743/mh-65-short-range-recovery-helicopter/). ### Coast Guard Sector Columbia River Coast Guard Sector Columbia River is headquartered in **Portland** and protects the waters of the Pacific Northwest, including the mouth of the **Columbia River**, one of the most dangerous river bars in the world. The sector oversees a large network of small boat stations along the Oregon and Washington coasts, including stations at Coos Bay, Depoe Bay, Tillamook Bay, Umpqua River, Yaquina Bay, and Siuslaw River. Its crews stay ready for rescue, law enforcement, and marine safety missions. **Key Missions:** - Search and rescue across the Columbia River region - Maritime law enforcement and port security - Marine safety and environmental response Learn more on the [Coast Guard Sector Columbia River page](https://www.pacificarea.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/District-13/Units/Sector-Columbia-River/) and the [U.S. Coast Guard Northwest District page](https://www.pacificarea.uscg.mil/Our-Organization/Northwest-District/). ## Army National Guard Bases in Oregon ### Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center Camp Rilea sits on the **Oregon coast near Warrenton**, on roughly **2,000 acres** of dunes, woodland, and ocean frontage. The State of Oregon has run it as a military training center since **1927**. It serves the Oregon National Guard and visiting Guard units from across the region, with live-fire ranges, barracks, and specialized training courses. Both military and civilian groups use its facilities throughout the year. **Key Missions:** - Training support for the Oregon National Guard - Live-fire ranges and specialized course venues - Regional readiness for Army and Air National Guard units See the official [Camp Rilea Armed Forces Training Center page](https://www.oregon.gov/omd/rilea/pages/camp-rilea.aspx) and the [Oregon National Guard page](https://www.oregon.gov/omd/ong/pages/default.aspx). ## Moving to Oregon? Let Us Help You Find a Home Relocating to Oregon for a military assignment comes with unique challenges, but **VeteranPCS** is here to help. Whether you need help understanding a **VA Loan** (a home loan backed by the Department of Veterans Affairs, often with no down payment), finding **military-friendly communities**, or working with **experienced real estate agents**, we are committed to making your **PCS move** simple. Our network of **veteran and military-friendly real estate agents** can assist with: - Finding **on-base or off-base housing** - Connecting with **VA loan specialists** - Understanding the **best communities near each installation** If you are getting ready to move to Oregon, **contact us today** to connect with an **agent or lender** who understands the unique needs of military families. ## Plan Your PCS to Oregon Oregon's military footprint runs from Portland Air National Guard Base in the north to Kingsley Field in Klamath Falls in the south, so your move depends on where your orders land. Keep the timeline on track with the [ultimate PCS checklist and timeline](/blog/the-ultimate-pcs-checklist-and-timeline-for-active-duty-military-personnel), and if you have never moved before, our guide on [what you need to know to prepare to PCS](/blog/preparing-to-pcs-what-you-need-to-know) walks you through the basics. If you plan to buy, start with [the benefits of a VA loan](/blog/what-are-the-benefits-of-a-va-loan) and our [complete guide to buying your first home with a VA loan](/blog/complete-guide-to-buying-your-first-home-with-a-va-loan). Picking the right local expert matters too, so see [how to choose the right real estate agent for your military PCS move](/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-real-estate-agent-for-your-military-pcs-move). When you are ready for a local read on a specific base or neighborhood, you can ask Shawn Watson, a VeteranPCS agent in Portland, for current listings and prices. Know another family with orders to Oregon? Share this guide with your military network so they can plan their move too. ## Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ### 1. What is the largest military base in Oregon? **Portland Air National Guard Base** is Oregon's largest active installation. Home to the 142nd Wing and its F-15 Eagle fighters, it serves as the North American Aerospace Defense Command's principal aerospace control alert location in the Pacific Northwest. ### 2. How many military bases are in Oregon? Oregon is home to **five major active installations**, supporting the Air National Guard, Coast Guard, and Army National Guard, along with smaller Guard and Coast Guard units across the state. ### 3. What is the main Air National Guard base in Oregon? Oregon has two Air National Guard bases. **Portland Air National Guard Base** handles the air defense alert mission with the 142nd Wing, and **Kingsley Field** in Klamath Falls is the Air Force's sole F-15C pilot training base, run by the 173rd Fighter Wing. ### 4. What branches have a presence in Oregon? Oregon's installations belong to the **Air National Guard**, the **Coast Guard**, and the **Army National Guard**. There are no large active-duty Army, Navy, or Marine Corps posts in the state, so most service members here are Guard or Coast Guard. [**Connect with our Agents & Lenders in Oregon Today**](https://veteranpcs.com/oregon) and make your move stress-free.