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Air Force Academy
Aliases: United States Air Force Academy
Description: The Air Force Academy, located on the north end of Colorado Springs, is a major nature preserve and tourist attraction in addition to being a major military academy. The Academy has traditionally been an "open base" that allows a great deal more public access than most military installations. In recent years more stringent controls have been put into effect, so call the Visitor's Center for the most recent information: (719) 333-2025. As of this writing, birders are welcome to access the Eagle's Peak trail
Habitat: Ponderosa Forest, Mixed-Conifer Forest, Lowland Riparian
Directions: The public may enter the Air Force Academy at this time only through the Northgate entrance off I-25 at exit 156B, a few miles north of downtown Colorado Springs.
Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours of Operation: Visitor center: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily
Delorme: 62 A3
Roads of Colorado: 89 D3-E4
Latitude: 39.025060000000
Longitude: 104.837873000000
Ownership: Department of Defense
Lodging: Hotel in Colorado Springs
Parking: Paved parking lots
Admission: Free
Restrictions or Hazards: Many parts of base restricted. Ask at Visitors Center for most recent updates
Handicap Access: Limited
Attractions: Air Force Academy Chapel, New Santa Fe Trail
Contact Information: Call (719) 333-2025 or email pa.comrel@usafa.af.mil.
URL: Air Force Academy Website