United States Air Force Academy (USAFA)
13 miles north: The U.S. Air Force Academy is a premier educational institution for training future officers of the Air Force and Space Force. It offers a comprehensive blend of academic and physical training programs on a campus distinguished by its iconic chapel.
Schriever Air Force Base
19 miles east: Schriever Air Force Base is critical for the operation and management of the United States' military satellite systems, playing an essential role in global communication and surveillance.
Peterson Air Force Base
7 miles east: Peterson Air Force Base houses critical components of the U.S. defense infrastructure, including NORAD, USNORTHCOM, and the U.S. Space Force, and coordinates national defense and emergency responses.
Space Force / U.S. Space Command
7 miles east: Co
located with Peterson Air Force Base, the U.S. Space Command oversees all military operations in space, underlining the strategic importance of space to national security.
U.S. Northern Command / NORAD
7 miles east: Based at Peterson Air Force Base, USNORTHCOM and NORAD provide defense and security for North America, focusing on aerospace control and maritime warning.
Fort Carson
8 miles southwest: Known as "The Mountain Post," Fort Carson is a significant military installation that houses elite Army units such as the 4th Infantry Division and offers essential training and mobilization capabilities.