Spring offers ideal conditions for outdoor activities near IHG® Army Hotel locations. With temperatures in the 60s and 70s across most of the country, guests can enjoy nearby lakes, trails, golf courses, and green spaces before the summer heat sets in.
Fort Hunter Liggett
The Ventana Wilderness area in Los Padres National Forest borders Fort Hunter Liggett and offers hiking trails, bike paths, and campgrounds perfect for Big Sur backcountry adventures.
Guests at IHG Army Hotels Gibb Hall can rent outdoor equipment, including mountain bikes, kayaks, paddleboards, and camping equipment, from the MWR’s Outdoor Recreation facility on post.
Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield
Spring opens up a variety of family-friendly activities at Georgia’s Fort Stewart and Hunter Army Airfield. The Corkan Recreation Area offers swimming, picnic areas, sports fields, and outdoor community events that pick up as temperatures rise. Hunter Golf Course becomes a popular destination as well, with mild temperatures making it a great time to play eighteen holes.
Guests staying at IHG Army Hotels properties on these posts also enjoy easy access to Savannah. Parks like Forsyth Park and the riverfront greenways are ideal for walking, picnicking, and short bike rides. Spring events and local markets add additional options for spending time outdoors. For quieter outings, nearby coastal and marsh areas offer low-key trails and scenic viewpoints.
Joint Base San Antonio
San Antonio’s spring temperatures can climb into the low 80s, making outdoor activities like biking, golfing, boating on Canyon Lake, and exploring the San Antonio River Walk especially appealing, and IHG Army Hotels Building 1384 is conveniently located just 15 minutes from the River Walk and about one hour from Canyon Lake.
JBSA’s Outdoor Recreation programs offer equipment rentals and outdoor classes that make it easy to try a new springtime activity.
Parks Reserve Forces Training Area
Guests of IHG Army Hotels on Parks RFTA benefit from being close to the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The park offers a variety of outdoor recreation choices like coastal walking paths, bike routes, beach access, and open picnic areas. The park is dog-friendly, and the on-post hotel is as well, so your canine companion can join you on your adventures.
The region also sees more outdoor events and local markets as the weather warms up, giving visitors additional seasonal options.
Carlisle Barracks
Near IHG Army Hotels Carlisle Barracks – Historia, in Pennsylvania. Local residents and out-of-town guests can enjoy fresh air and warmer weather while participating in outdoor activities like orienteering, horseback riding, early-season fishing, and biking along area greenways.
Lakes in the region offer opportunities for boating, and golf courses reopen with spring tee times. Picnicking in town parks, exploring small outdoor markets, or taking a casual walk through nearby historic districts are all popular springtime pursuits.
Fort Belvoir
The Pohick Bay Regional Park near Fort Belvoir reopens in March and offers water sports, horseback riding, camping, golfing, picnicking, hiking, and fishing.
A springtime visit to the NOVA area wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, D.C., held every year between mid-March and mid-April. Guests of the IHG Army Hotels properties on Fort Belvoir can leave their vehicle at the hotel and take public transportation to the event, eliminating the stress of trying to find a parking spot.
Fort Campbell
Spring at the Holiday Inn Express Turner Guesthouse on Fort Campbell, brings mild temperatures perfect for exploring the Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, which straddles the Kentucky-Tennessee border. The area offers hiking, horseback riding, wildlife viewing, and access to two large lakes for boating and fishing.
On post, the Outdoor Recreation facility rents camping gear, making it easy to take advantage of the region's wooded campgrounds as the season opens up.
West Point
The Hudson Valley surrounding West Point is particularly scenic in spring, with trees in bloom and stunning views across the river. The Valley’s Storm King Art Center has a 500-acre open-air sculpture museum that opens in April, where visitors can stroll or bike along designated paths to view temporary and permanent exhibits and seasonal programming. The area also hosts spring farmers’ markets and outdoor festivals in nearby Cold Spring and Newburgh.
IHG Army Hotels Bldg. 109 Beat Navy House - Historia is the perfect location to stay while exploring the Hudson Valley’s spring scenery, art, and seasonal events, all just a short drive from West Point.
Fort Bliss
As temperatures climb in El Paso, spring arrives early and brings ideal conditions for being outdoors. The Holiday Inn Express Guesthouse is perfectly located for hiking in Franklin Mountains State Park, one of the largest urban parks in the country. Trails range from easy walking paths to more challenging summit hikes with panoramic views of the city and the surrounding desert. Rock climbing, mountain biking, and geocaching are also enjoyed by visitors to the park.
The Outdoor Recreation calendar is full of trips, classes, and events that take place both on and off base. Typical activities include fun runs, softball tournaments, winery and brewery tours, and visits to local farmers’ markets.
Fort Drum
The arrival of spring at Fort Drum signals the end of a long, snowy winter, and the region's rivers, lakes, and forests quickly fill with outdoor enthusiasts. Candlewood Suites Building 9090, is conveniently located near the St. Lawrence River. Fishing season opens on many local waterways, and there are many opportunities for outdoor recreation in the 1000 Islands area.
The Leisure Travel Services desk on post can help plan and book trips to local attractions for active-duty service members, veterans, and military dependents.
Fort Leonard Wood
Springtime at Holiday Inn Express Foster Lodge on Fort Leonard Wood is a great time to explore the Ozarks, with moderate temperatures making outdoor excursions accessible and enjoyable. This premier vacation destination is home to the largest lake in Missouri, where fishing and boating are enjoyed by out-of-town visitors and local residents. Other springtime activities include golfing, horseback riding, and caving.
Parades, festivals, and community events make Lake of the Ozarks the place to be in the spring or any other time of the year.
TAMC/Fort Shafter
Hawaii's spring weather is consistently warm and welcoming, and guests at IHG Army Hotels Building 228, have easy access to Oahu's remarkable outdoor offerings. The North Shore offers world-class surfing and snorkeling, while Kualoa Regional Park and the Waianae Mountains have hiking trails with dramatic coastal views.
The Outdoor Recreation Center offers equipment rentals, including surfboards, paddleboards, and snorkeling gear, making it easy to take full advantage of the island's beaches, reefs, and open water throughout the season. The staff also offers guided tours of the island, surfing and SUP lessons, and special programs.
Whether you're stationed at one of these installations, traveling on orders, or visiting family, IHG Army Hotels are ideally positioned to make the most of the spring season. From coastal trails and mountain hikes to local festivals and golf tournaments, the outdoor recreation opportunities near Army installations are as varied as the installations themselves. Take advantage of on-post Outdoor Recreation facilities for gear rentals and local expertise and let the warmer weather be your inspiration for getting outdoors this spring.
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