Fort Riley was established in 1853 along the Santa Fe Trail to protect settlers and travelers as they moved westward.
Readiness
Modern training facilities and ranges at Fort Riley ensure our warfighters are prepared to deploy around the globe in support of our nation's freedom.
Physical Fitness
Fort Riley features six physical fitness centers with top-of-the-line equipment and programs designed to offer what you need to stay in shape and be healthy.
Training
Fort Riley delivers the full spectrum of the live, virtual, construct, and gaming integrated training environment to the Soldiers of the 1st Infantry Division and partnered National Guard and Army Reserve units.
The Flint Hills region offers residents a diverse array of activities. Explore the natural wonders of the Central Flint Hills and Milford Wetlands, visit cultural and historic sites, or try your hand at indoor and outdoor recreation activites both on and off post.
WHO WE ARE
Fort Riley is located in the Flint Hills Region of Kansas. We are home to Soldiers and families of the 1st Infantry Division known as "The Big Red One" which celebrated its 100th anniversary in 2017. There are approximately 15,000 active duty service members assigned to Fort Riley with more than 18,000 family members, 29,000 veterans and retirees and 5,600 civilian employees who live in the region and/or work at the post. The 1st Infantry Division as well as National Guard and Reserve units from several states use the modern training facilities at Fort Riley to gain skills necessary to defend our nation. Garrisons, also called an installation or post, are communities that provide many of the same types of services expected from any small town. Law enforcement, fire protection, sports & recreational facilities, religious activities, child & youth programs are just a small sample of the support and services we provide every day.
GOOD TO KNOW
FREE TAX SEASON ASSISTANCE
Tax season can be an anxious time of year, but it doesn’t have to be if you know where to turn for help. It is also a great opportunity for servicemembers to build up their savings using a portion of their refunds. Servicemembers should know that there are resources available to them for free tax preparation services.
Take advantage of these free services and kickstart your emergency savings with information from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau or take advantage of the free services at the Fort Riley Tax Center — available for active-duty service members, reservists on orders for more than 30 days, retirees and eligible family members.
The Fort Riley Tax Center is continuing operations using drop-off services. Soldiers seeking tax services can sign-in at Building 7034 Bullard St., drop-off their tax documents, and a tax preparer will call when the documents are ready for signature and pick-up. 785-239-1040. Click here for more information on the Fort Riley Tax Center.
FORT RILEY ROAD CONSTRUCTION
Henry Drive construction
The next phase of the Henry Drive construction has begun. This phase will run from the roundabout at Ray Rd. to the Kansas River bridge.
During construction, traffic will be limited to one lane through the workzone, controlled by traffic signals. Drivers should expect delays and are encouraged to consider alternate routes during construction.
This work should be complete by the end of April, depending on weather.
Henry Drive provides access to Fort Riley from I-70. The Visitor ControlCenter off Henry Drive at Exit 301, I-70, will remain open during the project.
Construction updates will be posted here and on the Fort Riley Facebook page.
