Warren AFB, WY

F.E. Warren Air Force Base sits along the western edge of Cheyenne, making it feel like a natural extension of town. Because it started as a frontier cavalry post back in the 1860s, the grounds have a distinctive historic character you rarely see on modern military bases. Tree-lined streets, open parade grounds, and handsome red-brick homes give the residential areas a welcoming, established neighborhood feel. For anyone relocating here, it offers a quiet setting with quick access to Cheyenne’s schools, shopping, and downtown dining.

One detail newcomers quickly appreciate is how peaceful day-to-day life is on base. Warren operates as a strategic missile headquarters, so there is no busy flightline or roaring jet traffic overhead. Living on this side of town also puts outdoor recreation within easy reach, with hiking and camping at Curt Gowdy State Park and Vedauwoo just a short drive west on Interstate 80. Between the supportive community and Wyoming’s easygoing pace, getting settled here feels smooth and comfortable.