Fort Knox General Information
Fort Knox is located in north central Kentucky about 30 miles south of Louisville, Kentucky. Click here for more information on air, bus, and train transportation for Fort Knox.
Due to security measures that are implemented at Fort Knox you may experience delays getting onto the post. Be sure to allow for extra time to make sure you arrive at the graduation event on time.
Family members and/or friends attending graduations that are arriving here by motorcycle must have in their possession a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Card. Without this card motorcyclists will NOT be allowed to ride on post.
Documentation required to obtain a vehicle pass for entrance into Fort Knox:
- Drivers license
- Proof of Insurance
- Vehicle Registration
- Motorcycle Safety Foundation Card (if arriving by motorcycle)
What to wear to a graduation ceremony? Your cadet will be dressed in a Class "A" uniform which is the Army's formal uniform. You may wear want you want from casual to your Sunday's best.
Graduation ceremonies will last about an hour and will be outdoors. Please dress appropriately for hot weather. In case of inclement weather the graduation ceremonies will be held indoors at Natcher Gym.
There are no animals allowed at the Graduation. The only exception is for service animals. Cell phones are not allowed in use while driving unless you have a hands free connection. The fine for using cell phones without hands free is $50.00 and $25.00 processing fee. Seat belts are required and strictly enforced.
