March Back

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At the completion of CBT, all new cadets march (referred to as “March Back”) from Lake Frederick to West Point, roughly a 14-mile march in the traditional ending of Cadet Basic Training. The streets are lined with families and local community members supporting the cadets successful completion of Cadet Basic Training.  

  • The movement pauses at the Victor Constant Ski Slope, where they will have an opportunity to eat breakfast and take a brief rest before proceeding through Washington Gate. The formation will be joined by the West Point Band and continue through the post, finishing on the apron in front of Washington Hall.
  • Family, friends, and staff, as well as people who live on post, are welcome to line the streets to welcome the cadets' return in this big celebration to mark their completion of "Beast Barracks! "
  • Old Grads (Alumni) may join March Back by registering through the Old Grads March Back page
  • Please know you will not have any contact with your new cadet during this time, but they appreciate the support shown by those in attendance. The cadets eat lunch on the apron. Once lunch is complete, they will join their academic companies and begin the process of reorganization in preparation for the academic year.

Dining Options

  • Starbucks
     Open 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  • Subway
    Open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

  • Ike's Riverside Café
    Open for lunch from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • West Point Club
    Open 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

  • Burger King
    Open 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

  • West Point Golf Course Snack Bar
    Located on Route 218. Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

  • Lil' Skeeters BBQ
    Located in the West Point Bowling Center near Buffalo Soldier Field. Open 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

  • The Thayer Hotel
    Open for lunch & dinner. View March Back menus. 

  • Explore more off-post dining options

 

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About This Event

Start: Monday, August 10, 2026

Location: U.S. Military Academy

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