Fort Riley encompasses several attractions to anyone interested in history. Old Post has several stone and brick buildings that have existed since the post was originally established and provides an interesting car tour. Also make sure to visit the First Infantry Museum, the Cavalry Museum, the Custer House, and the General Leonard Wood WWI headquarters. On the way out stop... More

I would have to say as Army posts go it is nice enough. There is a good Popeye's Chicken restaurant and several displays of historical artillery equipment. But I wouldn't recommend many military installations as a tourist destination in and of itself.

Dirty Base and full of rude and intolerable soldiers. Sad to say that these are "our" United States Soldiers fighting for our country. This must be where they send men and women to fall in a black hole, b/c that is what Fort Riley is due to its soldiers.

If you want to relax with the family go ahead to Milford's Lake. It is a beautiful scenery and peaceful atmosphere.

The U. S. Cavalry Museum is located on the Fort Riley Military Post. In order to visit the museum you must pass through a security check point where you will be ask to show a photo id and a valid vehicle registration. In addition your vehicle MAY be searched. Once through security you can make your way to the former... More

The previous reviewer has done a good job describing these museums. So I thought I would add some photos and practicalities. I didn't manage to see the big red 1 so attached are some examples of what you can expect to see. On turning off the interstate you will approach the guardhouse where ID is required. Don't drive into the... More

Ft Riley was established as a frontier cavalry post in 1853 to protect people traveling over the Oregon and Santa Fe Trails. It has seen many famous military men pass through like "Jeb" Stuart and John Buford from the Civil War and George Armstrong Custer and including some World War 2 leaders like Jonathan Wainwright, Terry Allen , and George... More