What should I do if I have orders to NAS Whidbey Island?

If you have orders to any of NAS Whidbey Island's squadrons or tenant commands, please see our Commands and Departments page. If you cannot find the information you need, please try calling your prospective command via the base operator at (360) 257-2211 (DSN 820-2211).

If you have orders to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island itself, please contact our Quarterdeck at 360-257-2631.

Our Command OMBUDSMAN can also provide you with support and lots of helpful information for your move.

If you are unable to contact your command to arrange for a sponsor, visit the Sponsor Assignment Aid web page at www.staynavy.navy.mil.

How do I get to NAS Whidbey Island?

Please see the driving instructions to for directions
to NAS Whidbey Island.

**Please Note that due to the unique geography of the Puget Sound region, the Washington highway system can be indirect and include ferry crossings. Point to point distances on the map can be misleading and actual travel times and routes may be significantly longer.

If you are arriving by air to SeaTac International Airport transportation is available and you can get information about prices and schedules by stopping in at the USO office. Signs directing you to the USO office can be found on your way to the baggage claim area.

You may also be able to make arrangements with your command or sponsor to have someone meet you at the airport.

What is the Whidbey Island area like?

The surrounding communities of Oak harbor, Coupeville and Anacortes provide a small town atmosphere with events and recreation opportunities to keep things lively.

The cities of Burlington and Bellingham have a bit more to offer for those who are looking for a slightly faster pace and Seattle, with a lively nightlife and wide range of attractions is only about two hours away.

**Please Note that due to the unique geography of the Puget Sound region, the Washington highway system can be indirect and include ferry crossings. Point to point distances on the map can be misleading and actual travel times and routes may be significantly longer.

You can find links to the websites for communities surrounding NAS Whidbey Island on our links page.

What services are available for families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program?

Naval Hospital Oak Harbor (NHOH) is designated as an Exceptional Family Member Program (EFM) Category 5 facility. However, as a small community hospital, some specialty services are limited. A variety of more specialized treatment up to is available via referral at other military and civilian facilities throughout the Puget Sound region.

**Please Note that due to the unique geography of the Puget Sound region, the Washington highway system can be indirect and include ferry crossings. Point to point distances on the map can be misleading and actual travel times and routes may be significantly longer.

For more specific information about availability of care and location of facilities, please visit the Naval Hospital Oak Harbor EFM information page and EFM program page.

What about housing?

Please click here to visit the Navy Region Northwest Housing web site (links to Whidbey Island housing portion of the site).

Is there a Navy Lodge?

Please call 1-800-NAVY-INN (1-800-628-9466) to make reservations at the NAS Whidbey Island Navy Lodge. You may also visit the Navy Lodge web site at www.navy-lodge.com.

What is there to do at NAS Whidbey Island?

Check out the NAS Whidbey Island Morale, Welfare and Recreation web site!