Golf in Scott AFB

Scott Air Force Base occupies a substantial footprint in St. Clair County east of Belleville, home to two major unified commands: U.S. Transportation Command and Air Mobility Command, both of which coordinate global military logistics and airlift operations. The base has been an active installation since World War I and has grown into one of the most strategically significant air bases in the American military. The on-base Cardinal Creek Golf Course serves the military community — active-duty personnel, retirees, and authorized family members — who live and work on the installation. Access follows standard base protocols. The golf course complements the community's broader recreational infrastructure, providing year-round social and athletic amenities for residents who value quality of life in Illinois' diverse suburban and rural communities.