Fort McCoy is a United States Army installation located in Monroe County, Wisconsin. Established in 1909 as Camp McCoy, it was renamed Fort McCoy in 2006. The military base covers approximately 64,500 acres and serves multiple purposes, including training for military units, refugee processing center during large-scale mobilizations, and storage of surplus military equipment.The fort's primary mission is to provide realistic training environments that enable U.S. forces to prepare effectively for deployment. It offers a variety of facilities, such as live-fire ranges, mock cities, tactical villages, and a railhead for heavy equipment movements. Fort McCoy also hosts various joint military exercises with other branches and allied nations throughout the year.During periods of large-scale mobilizations, Fort McCoy has served as a refugee processing center for new arrivals to the United States. Additionally, the installation houses vast amounts of surplus military equipment in its storage areas.Fort McCoy is an essential asset to the U.S. Army, providing crucial training opportunities and logistical support for American forces worldwide.
