PETERSON AFB WELCOME CENTER (NOW PETERSON SPACE FORCE BASE)

Introduction
Welcome to Peterson AFB now Space Force Base located in the community of Colorado Springs, Colorado home to more than 8,750 active-duty military personnel. The base is about 61 miles south of Denver, and the majestic Rocky Mountains will be within arm’s grasp of your new home at Peterson SFB. Colorado Springs is rated one of the best cities to live in the country, and you will have no shortage of options of homes, school districts, and things to do in and around Peterson Space Force Base. Whether you are enjoying the sunny summer hikes around Colorado Springs or enjoying the picturesque snowfall in the winter, we hope this guide helps you settle into your new home of Peterson Space Force Base. Find out all you need to know about what you’ll be in for by reading our Peterson SFB in-depth welcome center guide.- Where Is Peterson SFB?
- Google Map View
- Getting There – Directions to the Base
- Entering Peterson SFB and Base Amenities
- Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel
- Peterson SFB Visitor Center
- Peterson SFB DEERS Office
- Peterson SFB Gate Hours
- Peterson SFB Commissary
- Peterson SFB Exchange
- Peterson SFB Barber Shops
- Peterson SFB Post Office
- Peterson SFB Finance Office
- Peterson SFB Legal Office
- Peterson SFB Library
- Peterson SFB Hotels
- Where Should I Live Near Peterson SFB?
- What Schools are Near Peterson SFB?
- What’s the Weather Like in Peterson SFB?
- Things to Do Around Peterson SFB
COVID-19 Notice
Due to the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic, many businesses, venues, and parks may be temporarily closed or operating under restricted hours. Therefore, a place we mention here may not currently be open or available for the time being. Check individual websites, there’s no shortage of accessibility getting around the area.Where Is Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base)?
Peterson Space Force Base Welcome & Visitors Center
1334 W. Stewart Avenue Colorado Springs, CO, 80916-0000Phone
: 1(719) 556-6660Hours
:Monday-Friday
– 0700-1600Saturday/Sunday
– ClosedFederal Holidays
– Closed
Peterson AFB Map (Now Peterson Space Force Base)

Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Directions
Driving Directions
From Colorado Springs
- From N Nevada Ave exit E Platte Ave towards Suffolk St
- Take E Platte Ave to exit right on Peterson Ave
- Continue straight to Peterson North Gate
From Denver
- Take I-25 South
- Take exit 153 INTERQUEST Pkwy
- Turn Right on CO-21 South
- Take exit 141 for E Platte Ave and turn left
- Exit right onto Peterson Ave and head straight towards Peterson North Gate
From Colorado Springs Airport
- Take CO-21 N
- Turn right onto Airport Rd
- Take Airport Rd through Peterson AFB West Gate
From Union Station Denver
- Head northwest on 16th St Mall toward Wewatta St
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Wewatta St.
- Turn left onto Speer Blvd.
- Turn right onto Auraria Pkwy.
- Use the left lane to keep left at the fork and merge onto I-25 S
- Take exit 153 INTERQUEST Pkwy.
- Turn Right on CO-21 South
- Take exit 141 for E Platte Ave and turn left
- Exit right onto Peterson Ave and head straight towards Peterson North Gate
Greyhound Bus Station
- Head north on N Nevada Ave
- Turn right on E Platte Ave
- Take E Platte Ave to exit right on Peterson Ave
- Continue straight to Peterson North Gate
Greyhound Bus
Unfortunately, there are no Amtrak lines that service Colorado Springs. But there are Greyhound Bus stations connected to the Amtrak schedules, and you can get more information on them here on the Amtrak site.Flights To Peterson Space Force Base
There’s one airport (Colorado Springs Airport) that is connected to Peterson AFB in Colorado Springs. The next closest major airport is located in Denver, the Denver International Airport.Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Transportation Office
Peterson Space Force Base Household Goods/Transportation Office
121 South Tejon Street Colorado Springs, CO, 80903-0000Phone
: 1 (800) 771-1819Hours
:Monday-Friday
: 0800 to 1600Saturday and Sunday
: Closed

Entering Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) and Base Amenities
All drivers on base must have a valid military ID, veterans or retiree ID, a valid driver’s license, and a valid driver’s insurance card. For visitor's passes, head to the Visitor’s Center and sign in.Check-in Procedures for Incoming Personnel
Regular duty hours at Peterson SFB are from 0730-1530. All active-duty military personnel must use the arrival point in the unit Commander Support Staff. If your unit does not have a CSS report to the 21st Military Personnel Section in building 350 during regular duty hours. Outside of normal duty hours, report to the Peterson Temporary Lodging Facility in building 1425.Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Visitor Center
Peterson SFB Welcome and Visitor Center 1334 W. Stewart Avenue Colorado Springs, CO, 80916-0000Phone
: 1 (719) 556-6660Hours
:Monday-Friday
: 7:00 AM-4:00 PMSaturday/Sunday
: ClosedFederal Holidays
: Closed
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Office
Peterson SFB ID Card & DEERS Office
135 Dover Street Building #350 Colorado Springs, CO 80914-0000Phone
: 1 (719) 556-0008Peterson SFB DEERS Office Hours
Monday-Friday
: 0730 - 1600Saturday/Sunday
: ClosedFederal Holidays
: Closed
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Hours
Peterson SFB has 3 three gates for three points of access. The West gate is considered the Main Gate into Peterson SFB.West Gate - Main Gate
: 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekEast Gate
: Mon-Fri: 0500-1800, Sat: 0600-1800, Sun: 0830-1800North Gate
: In & Out: 0600-0900 Mon-Fri, 0600-1800, Mon-Fri, Saturday and Sunday the North Gate is closed.

Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Commissary
1040 E. Stewart Avenue, Building 2019 Peterson AFB, CO 80914-1610Phone
: 1 (719) 556-7765Peterson SFB Commissary Hours
Sunday
: 0900 - 1800Monday-Friday
: 0900 - 1900Saturday
: 0800 - 1900
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) BX
Peterson Space Force Base Exchange
1030 E Stewart Ave Bldg 2017 Colorado Springs, CO 80914-2900Phone
: 1 (719) 596-7270Peterson SFB Exchange Hours
Monday-Friday
: 0900-1800Saturday and Sunday
: 0900-1800
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Barber Shops
Peterson Space Force Base Barber Shop
1030 E Stewart Ave, Bldg 2017, Peterson AFB, CO 80914Phone
: 1(719) 597-8307Hours
:Monday-Saturday
: 0900-1700Sunday
: 1000-1700
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Post Office
360 W Otis St Colorado Springs, CO 80914-3103Phone
: 1(719) 556-4596Peterson SFB Post Office Hours
Monday-Friday
: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PMSaturday
: 8:30 AM to 12:00 PMSunday
: Closed
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Finance
Peterson Space Force Base Finance Office
135 Dover Street Building #350 Colorado Springs, CO, 80914-0000Phone
: 1(719) 556-4770Peterson SFB Finance Office Hours
Monday-Thursday
: 8:00 AM to 3:00 PMFriday-Sunday:
Closed
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Legal Office
135 Dover Street Building #350 Colorado Springs, CO, 80914-0000Phone
: 1(719) 556-4871Peterson SFB Legal Office Hours
Monday-Wednesday
: 7:30 AM–4:30 PMThursday
: 7:30 AM–12:30 PMFriday
: 7:30 AM–4:30 PMSaturdays and Sundays
: Closed
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Library
201 W. Stewart Ave. Bldg. 1171 Peterson AFB, CO 80914-1600Phone
: 1(719) 556-7462Peterson SFB Library Hours
Monday to Thursday
: 11:00 AM–5:00 PM

Hotels Near Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base)
Colorado Springs is home to many hotel options. Luckily, there are plentiful choices near Peterson SFB thanks to the immediate proximity of Colorado Springs Airport. We’ve selected a few for you to consider if you need a stay at one of the hotels near base. 1.Radisson Hotel Colorado Springs Airport
1645 Newport Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80916Phone
: 1(719) 597-7000 2.SpringHill Suites by Marriott Colorado Springs South
1570 Newport Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80916Phone
: 1(719) 637-0800 3.Holiday Inn Colorado Springs Airport
1855 Aeroplaza Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80916Phone
: 1(719) 380-8516 4.Hampton Inn Colorado Springs-Airport
2077 Aerotech Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80916Phone
: 1(719) 591-1100 5.Hilton Garden Inn Colorado Springs Airport
2035 Aerotech Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80916Phone
: 1(719) 622-0300
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Where Should I Live Near Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base)?
Cities Near Peterson SFB
Peterson Space Force Base is in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Colorado Springs has been listed as one of the best places to live from multiple sources, including U.S. News, Money Magazine, and Outside Magazine. Colorado Springs sits at the base of Pikes Peak at the eastern edge of the southern portion of the Rocky Mountains. You’ll be about 61 miles south of Denver. If you’re considering living on base, check out the available on-base housing options. Otherwise, read on to find out more about living off base.Best Places to Live Near Peterson SFB
Colorado Springs
Peterson SFB itself sits right in the city of Colorado Springs. Sitting at the base of the Rockies, Colorado Springs is an excellent choice to live, and you’ll be conveniently close to base. There’s a wide range of homes offered here, and with a multitude of outdoor activities, you’ll be sure to find a perfect home here. Colorado Springs has a population of around 456,000, the second most populated city in Colorado.Fountain
About 8 miles from Peterson SFB is Fountain, Colorado. Here you’ll be nestled near Fountain Creek right against the Rocky Mountains. The city boasts that it is a touch of the charm of country living while having the amenities of urban life.Stratmoor
Also, only about 8 miles from Peterson Space Force Base is Stratmoor Colorado. There are houses in Stratmoor in the median range and offer a quick commute to base. With a population of just over 7,000, Stratmoor is a great choice for a small-town feel without being too far away from Colorado Springs proper.
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Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Schools
Peterson SFB has multiple options for schooling for families with children of all schooling ages. There are over 10 school districts near base but no schools on Peterson SFB. Many on-base residents attend Colorado Springs School District 11, Falcon School District, and Harrison School district. Find more local school information at The Best Peterson SFB Schools: Daycare - High School.
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Weather
In a community so near the Rocky Mountains, you are bound to get a little snowfall. But, don’t worry too much the winters in Colorado Springs are relatively mild. The lowest temperatures come in the month of January, and cold snaps are never out of the question from October to March and even into April. Unfortunately, Blizzards aren’t entirely unheard of, but the accumulation of snow downtown is relatively rare. Be prepared for all kinds of weather, from warm summers to snow in the winter.
Peterson AFB (Now Peterson Space Force Base) Things to Do
Peterson SFB is surrounded by wide-open spaces and outdoor activities. The Rocky Mountains provide countless hiking trails and camping options, sure to provide you with an adventure or two. Besides the great outdoors, Colorado Springs is home to a variety of educational, historical, and cultural attractions that include the Cheyenne Mountain Heritage Center and the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. And one fun fact: Colorado Springs is home to the Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and headquarters to the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee.Suggested Reads:
18 Of the Best Peterson SFB Things to Do and 21 Restaurants Near Peterson SFB
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Conclusion
Relocating can be a stressful experience, but we hope this guide has given you a clearer picture of the area surrounding Peterson SFB. We hope that you find your next adventure here around the base, whether in one of the communities surrounding Peterson or in the Rocky Mountains.The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement.
Date Updated:
June 15th, 2021TAGS:
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