Can You Visit the Cheyenne Mountain Complex?
Maybe—limited, controlled access only.
- Primary mission: NORAD/USNORTHCOM alternate command center; missile warning, space surveillance. Deep inside Cheyenne Mountain (Colorado Springs).
- Public tours: **Not routinely offered.** High security (blast doors, 2,000 ft granite cover).
- Exceptions: Rare community events, VIP/dignitary visits, educational partnerships (e.g., Space Foundation, USAFA).
- Contact: Peterson Space Force Base Public Affairs or NORAD Public Affairs for current policy.
What You *Can* Visit Nearby
- Peterson SFB Air Park (static aircraft displays)
- Space Foundation Discovery Center (Colorado Springs)
- USAFA (Air Force Academy) — chapel, visitor center
- Cheyenne Mountain State Park (hiking, same mountain, different side)
Security posture changes; always inquire directly before planning.