Camp Parks

Updated: September 22, 2023
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    Parks Reserve Forces Training Area (PRFTA), commonly known as Camp Parks, resides in Dublin, California just outside San Francisco. This U.S. Army base primarily serves as a training hub for Army Reserve personnel, readying them for potential war scenarios and natural disasters. Established during World War II, Camp Parks transitioned from a Naval Construction Battalion recuperation center to an Air Force basic training center during the Korean War. Now, it’s a pivotal training space for over 11,000 Army Reserve Soldiers in the San Francisco Bay Area. It’s also the site for the Federal Correctional Institute, Dublin, and lies adjacent to Santa Rita Jail.

    Base Operator:
    925-452-2100

    Address:
    1001-1133 12th Street
    Dublin, CA 94568

    Camp Parks California History

    • Founded in 1942 for Naval Construction Battalions.
    • Leased to Alameda County for Santa Rita Jail (1946-1951).
    • Became an Air Force training center in 1951, named Parks Air Force Base.
    • Returned to the U.S. Army in 1959, focusing on Reserve Components training.

    Camp Parks California Housing

    On-post housing is an option for some at Camp Parks. A small housing community known as the Villages at Camp Parks exists to give homes to those at the post.

    Off-post housing is also an option in the nearby Dublin, CA community.

    To learn more about the housing options, including how to apply, call the Army Family Housing Office at 925-875-4688.

    PCS and TDY Lodging

    Camp Parks Lodging IHG is available on-post. Reservations can be made 24/7, including weekends and holidays, by contacting the front desk at 925-803-5326. Potential guests can also send an email or visit the IHG Army Hotels website.

    What is the BAH for Camp Parks California?

    The Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) at Camp Parks California varies depending on rank, years of service and dependency status. Visit the California state BAH page or see the chart below for more information.

    OAKLAND, CA BAH Rates

    Military Housing Area: CA018

    Grade With Dependents Without Dependents
    E01 $3,327 $2,523
    E02 $3,327 $2,523
    E03 $3,327 $2,523
    E04 $3,327 $2,523
    E05 $3,585 $2,874
    E06 $3,858 $3,093
    E07 $3,909 $3,336
    E08 $3,966 $3,645
    E09 $4,110 $3,717
    W01 $3,876 $3,246
    W02 $3,936 $3,642
    W03 $4,005 $3,726
    W04 $4,155 $3,867
    W05 $4,332 $3,921
    O01E $3,918 $3,579
    O02E $3,990 $3,705
    O03E $4,176 $3,849
    O01 $3,627 $3,063
    O02 $3,855 $3,501
    O03 $4,002 $3,756
    O04 $4,395 $3,903
    O05 $4,677 $3,939
    O06 $4,719 $3,987
    O07 $4,758 $4,056

    For more information, look at BAH rates by state or calculate your exact BAH rate.

    Camp Parks California Surrounding Area

    The post is nestled in the eastern reaches of the San Francisco Bay Area, near the city of Livermore. It is conveniently located near the intersection of Interstate Highways 580 and 680, making it easily accessible. The surrounding area offers a variety of outdoor and recreational attractions, including the scenic San Francisco Bay and numerous parks and hiking trails. It’s location also makes a California’s famous Napa Valley within driving distance.

    Healthcare

    There are no healthcare options at Camp Parks. For medical attention, seek care within the nearby community at local hospitals and clinics.

    Schooling

    There are two school districts in-and-around Camp Parks. The Dublin Unified School District and Pleasanton Unified School District.  To learn more about the education options for your family, contact the School Liaison Program at 925-875-4678.

    Written by Veteran.com Team