Navy Graduation Lodging: Verified Vacation Rentals Near RTC Great Lakes (Coming Soon)

Q: Does the Navy provide lodging for graduation?

No. Families must arrange their own lodging. On-base options are limited and fill quickly.

Q: When should we book lodging near RTC Great Lakes?

Book as soon as dates are projected—ideally 3–6 months in advance.

Q: Are vacation rentals better than hotels for graduation?

Vacation rentals offer more space, kitchens, privacy, and built-in military discounts via Crewdogs.

Q: Are pets allowed?

Yes. Many Crewdogs listings are pet-friendly. Use the pet filter and confirm details with hosts.

Recruit Training Command (RTC) Great Lakes—north of Chicago—is the Navy’s only boot camp. Graduation weekends fill the whole corridor from Great Lakes to Waukegan, North Chicago, and Gurnee. On-base options are limited and hotels book fast, especially around holidays and summer travel. Crewdogs makes it simple—verified vacation rentals with built-in military discounts. Listings near RTC Great Lakes are coming soon.

Navy Graduation Location

RTC Great Lakes, Illinois

Located near the western shore of Lake Michigan. Families often look in North Chicago, Great Lakes, Waukegan, Lake Forest/Lake Bluff, Libertyville, and Gurnee for convenient access and parking.

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Why Families Choose Crewdogs

Feature	Crewdogs	Hotel / TLF
Military Discount	Built-in (no codes)	Promo/ID required
Space for Family	2–5 bedrooms, full kitchen	1 room/suite
Host Community	Military hosts, verified guests	General public
Pet-Friendly	Common	Limited
Supports Nonprofits	Donations per booking	No

Booking Tips for Great Lakes

Book early: graduation weeks sell out 3–6 months ahead
Target 5–10 miles from RTC to ease morning traffic and gate timing
Plan parking: popular retail areas (Gurnee Mills) get crowded on weekends
Coordinate base access: check RTC visitor guidance before arrival
Weather swing: winter is cold, summer is busy—pack and plan accordingly

FAQs: Navy Graduation Lodging

Does the Navy provide lodging for graduation?

No. Families arrange their own lodging. On-base options are limited and fill quickly.

When should we book lodging near RTC Great Lakes?

As soon as you have projected dates—ideally 3–6 months in advance.

Are vacation rentals better than hotels for graduation?

For most families, yes. More bedrooms, kitchens, and privacy—plus built-in military discounts via Crewdogs.

Which nearby areas are most convenient?

North Chicago, Great Lakes, Waukegan, Lake Bluff/Lake Forest, Libertyville, and Gurnee offer good access and amenities.

Are pets allowed?

Many Crewdogs listings are pet-friendly—use the pet filter and confirm with hosts.

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Navy Graduation Lodging: What Families Need to Know