Fort Carson - Colorado Springs

Where Heroes Train and Legends Are Born!

About Fort Carson

Fort Carson was established in 1942, following Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. The city of Colorado Springs purchased land south of the city and donated it to the War Department. Construction began immediately and the first building, the camp headquarters, was completed Jan. 31, 1942. Camp Carson was named in honor of the legendary Army scout, Gen. Christopher "Kit" Carson, who explored much of the West in the 1800s.

Camp Carson became "Fort Carson" in 1954. In the 1960s, mechanized units were assigned to the Mountain Post. At this time additional training land was purchased, bringing the post to its current size of 140,000 acres. Throughout its history Fort Carson has been home to nine divisions. An additional training area, comprising 237,000 acres, was purchased in September 1983. Named the Pinon Canyon Maneuver Site, this training area is located approximately 150 miles to the southeast and is used for large force-on-force maneuver training. Comprehensive maneuver and live fire training also occurs down range at Fort Carson

Our Mission is to enable Army readiness in support of U.S. and serve as the strategic support area and base of operations where Soldiers, Families, civilian employees and retirees train, work, live and thrive!

Our Vision is to be the premier installation in the Army, enabling world-class training and rapid deployment of ready forces, while maximizing the quality of life of our installation community. We take care of our people with our commitment to innovating, modernizing, and strengthening installation readiness and resilience, and by being good stewards of our resources, through strong partnerships and effective communication. We are Mountain Post READY.

Welcome to Fort Carson and the Mountain Post!

PCSing? Here’s what you need to know!

First Contact Your
PCS Masters!

Serving Active Duty, Vets, & Civilian Personnel 
Meet The Real Estate Master:
Chris Barrett
EXP Realty Tacoma

Website: ChrisBarrett.com
Phone: (253) 967-1110
Email: Chris@ChrisBarrett.com
Address: 1010, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433 
Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM

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Meet The Mortgage Broker Queen:
Kelly King
PMG Lending

Website: kellykinglending.com 
Phone: (253) 967-1110
Email: kking@pmglending.com
Address: 1010, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433
Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM

Here Is Why We Call Kelly King The Mortgage Queen: Kelly is the Mortgage Queen that saves you the green! This Money Master is licensed in Washington, California, Texas, Colorado, and Arizona. She goes above and beyond the call of duty by providing personalized services and has an extensive background in VA Loans! Kelly grew up an Army brat and she knows what it is like to get a bogus mortgage, just ask her dad. She got into this business to help people and serve one military family at a time.

Meet The Home Inspection Master:
Todd Jones
Tacoma Inspection Services

Website: TacomaInspect.com
Phone: (253) 967-1110
Email: toddjones@gmail.com
Address: 1010, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA 98433
Hours: 9 AM - 5 PM

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Explore Our Amenities

Healthcare Hub

Comprehensive care for all service members and families. Update your TRICARE West coverage.

Education and Career Center

Workforce Development - for civilian employees training and leadership development.

Recreation Zone

Fun activities to unwind and recharge your spirit.

Free Things To Do In Colorado Springs With Kids

It’s true! There are plenty of fun places for you and your kids to visit that won’t require you to reach for your wallet. These are some of the best free things to do with kids in the Colorado Springs area.  

Get $500 in Reimbursement for Child Care During PCS

Starting 10/2024, if child care isn’t available within 30 days of your DCN at your new Permanent Duty Station (PDS), you may be eligible for reimbursement of travel costs for a designated person who will care for your children. Reimbursement is provided through a authorized pilot program through 30 September 2027.

Military Child Care In Your Home Pilot Program is Available in Colorado Springs

This pilot program is available in Colorado Springs and is designed to support families with nontraditional work hours. This pilot program has limited capacity click learn more to explore your options today!

Fort Carson News!

Over 2,000 Soldiers to Deploy Support Troops to Southern Boarder

March 2, 2025

2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, will join active-duty personnel who were deployed to the southern border earlier this year.

EACH Welcomes New CSM in Change of Responsibility 
Ceremony 

February 21, 2025

Command Sgt. Maj. Jeremy Brockway relinquished responsibility of Evans Army Community Hospital to Command Sgt. Maj. Wendy Menendez. 

New Fort Carson Fitness Center Honors WWI Hero

February 25, 2025

Named after Sgt. William Shemin, the 4th Infantry Division’s only Medal of Honor recipient from World War I. Family and Fort Carson leadership unveiled the dedication plaque at the grand opening Feb. 21, 2025

March is Brian Injury Awareness Month

March 1, 2025

Virtual TBI Training Events hosted by the DHA's Traumatic Brain Injury Center of Excellence.

Moving made easy!

Mike Johnston
Civilian Registered Nurse

The community support is simply out of this world!

Sierra Thompson
Spouse

Every day is a new mission, and I love it!

David Martinez
Veteran

All the help we received was extremely  professional and personalized for me and my family. 

MacKayla Leigh Stewart
Spouse

Testimonials and Feedback

Contact 
  • Phone: (719) 526-4590
  • Address: 6303 Wetzel Ave., Bldg. 1526
  • Fort Carson, CO 80913
  • Hours: Open 24 hours

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