Where should I live when stationed at Fort Polk?
Many soldiers, especially those with families, choose to live off post in one of several communities surrounding Fort Polk. The nearest towns to Fort Polk headed north on U.S. Highway 171 are New Llano (5.1 miles away) and Leesville (6.8 milies).
How many pets can you have on Fort Polk?
2 pet
Yes, Fort Polk is a pet-friendly installation. There is a $200 refundable pet deposit per pet and a 2 pet limit per household. Exotic pets such as monkeys, snakes, etc.
Can civilians enter Fort Polk?
Vehicles entering Fort Polk are required to have either an adult authorized ID cardholder in the vehicle or an authorized visitor pass.
What major city is near Fort Polk?
Leesville, LA Leesville has a population of 6,700 people and incorporates the Fort Polk military installation into its close community ties. Located just 8 miles from the base, the town offers military personnel and their families a small town atmosphere with a short commute to work.
Are pitbulls allowed on Fort Polk?
These include: pure and mixed-breed Rottweiler, All the varieties of PIT BULLS, CHOWS, WOLF HYBRIDS, or ANY other breed with DOMINANT TRAITS GEARED TOWARDS AGGRESSION. Dogs belonging to dangerous breeds are prohibited from living on Fort Polk. Microchipping of your animals is mandatory.
Is Fort Polk safe?
With a crime rate for both violent and property crime combined of 5 per 1,000 residents, the crime rate in Fort Polk is one of the lower rates in America among communities of all sizes (lower than 82% of America’s communities). One’s chance of becoming a victim of crime in Fort Polk is one in 209.
Is Fort Polk an open base?
Fort Polk began as a base for the Louisiana Maneuvers in the 1940s….Fort Polk.
| Fort Polk & The Joint Readiness Training Center | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1941 – present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | Regular Army |
| Type | Training Post |
Is Fort Polk still open?
Fort Polk began as a base for the Louisiana Maneuvers in the 1940s….Fort Polk.
| Fort Polk & The Joint Readiness Training Center | |
|---|---|
| Joint Readiness Training Center and Joint Readiness Training Center Operations Group shoulder sleeve insignia | |
| Active | 1941 – present |
| Country | United States |
| Branch | Regular Army |
Who is eligible for family housing at Fort Polk?
You are eligible for privatized family housing at Fort Polk if you are an active-duty service member with accompanying family members assigned to an installation within 35 miles of Fort Polk. On the date of occupancy, new move-ins must have a minimum of six months remaining on their current duty assignment.
What is the policy for Fort Polk military installation?
Policy GC-17: Prohibition of the Provision of Food, Water and/or Shelter to Stray, Feral, or Wild Animals on Fort Polk Military Installation 25 February 2020. Policy GC-18: BLDG 350 Parking Policy…
How do I find Fort Polk on-post housing?
Fort Polk on-post housing is privatized and available to both families, and Single or Unaccompanied Soldiers through Corvias Military Living (337) 537-5060 . Unaccompanied Housing offers 1-2 bedroom units with all utilities paid. Family units consist of 3 neighborhoods with 2-5 bedroom single family and townhouse style homes.
Why choose Fort Polk leasing?
Maintain your military lifestyle and sense of community in one of Fort Polk’s three distinct neighborhoods. With convenience, value and amenities found in upscale residential neighborhoods, our leasing team is sure to find the right housing option for you.