Military Relocation to Fort Carson Colorado

Links for Fort Carson, for VA Loans, Base Allowance for Housing, and other military relocation links.

Fort Carson, the "Mountain Post," is located just south of Colorado Springs at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Colorado Springs' unparalleled beauty and mild climate make it a gateway to a wide variety of outdoor activities. Many internationally-known ski areas, some of the nation's most scenic parks and finest hunting and fishing areas are located within a short drive. Fort Carson families also have easy access to the many cultural attractions of Colorado Springs and the bright lights of Denver. Fort Carson is located 60 miles south of Denver on Interstate 25, exit 135, or Nevada Avenue (State Highway 115), Exit 140A. The Colorado Springs Airport is currently served by 9 airlines and is located about 10 miles from Fort Carson. Fort Carson's elevation is above 6,000 feet and some newcomers experience slight fatigue at first. Because of the high elevation, all new personnel are allowed 30 days to adjust to the altitude and to reach the Fort Carson fitness standards.

Military Relocation: VA Loan links

• Relocation reimbursement

• Link for general rules about VA Loan Eligibility

• Link for frequently asked questions about getting a VA Loan

• Link for instructions on obtaining a Certificate of Eligibility for a VA Loan

• Application Form VA Form 26-1800: Request for A Certificate of Eligibility for a VA Home Benefits Loan PDF download

Military Relocation: Base Allowance for Housing

• Frequently Asked Questions about your Base Allowance For Housing (BAH)

• Calculate your Base Allowance for Housing (BAH)

• The Colorado Springs zip code for calculating your BAH for Fort Carson is 80913.

Other Military Relocation Links

• Here's the useful link to the DOD "Military Relocation Station"

• "FedRooms" is a GSA-linked web site providing travelers lists of hotels with non-capacity controlled availability, safe and convenient locations, additional complimentary amenities, direct billing, and rates within per diem allowance. Or for assistance, contact the Help Desk at 1 (800) 226-1741.

• And for general information, see the Military Newcomers Guide where military personnel, civilian employees and their spouses can find information such as facilities and services available on base, base history and current mission as well as information on the local areas and events.

• And here's the link to the National Military Families Association.