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Apr 11, 2023 · 1. Soar above the Royal Gorge. Strap in and soar across the Royal Gorge on the country's highest zip line. Hold on tight as you take in 360-degree views of the Arkansas River, 1,000 feet below you.
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Colorado Springs is a city in and the county seat of El Paso County, Colorado, United States. It is the most populous city in El Paso County, with a population of 478,961 at the 2020 census , a 15.02% increase since 2010 .
- 3.9 miles to city center [SEE MAP] 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND. It's easy to see how this natural landmark earned such an ethereal title: These magnificent red rock formations look as though deities could've carved them.
- 12.1 miles to city center [SEE MAP] Hiking, Recreation, Sightseeing. TYPE. Half Day to Full Day. TIME TO SPEND.
- Natural Wonders, Parks and Gardens, Sports, Hiking, Recreation, Sightseeing. TYPE. 2 hours to Half Day. TIME TO SPEND.
- 5.5 miles to city center [SEE MAP] Free, Neighborhood/Area. TYPE. Half Day to Full Day. TIME TO SPEND.
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- Reach The Summit of Pikes Peak
- Visit The Garden of The Gods
- Visit A Mountainside Zoo
- See Some Fine Arts
- Experience Some Colorado Springs Luxury
- Visit The Red Rock Canyon Park
- See Seven Falls
- Train with Olympians
- Visit The Shrine of The Sun
- Learn About Cliff Dwellers
Not the highest of the many peaks near Colorado Springs but certainly the most popular, Pikes Peak measures just over 14,100 feet high. Over half a million visitors summit this mountain each year. The peak was once given the apt name Mountain of the Sun and its summit inspired the first ever draft of America the Beautiful. There are three main ways...
The Garden of the Gods is a popular public park and National Natural Landmark in Colorado Springs. The park is a stunning mix of over 300 sandstone formations and breathtaking views of snow topped peaks providing the background. The park is the most popular tourist attraction in the region and offers a range of exhibits including learning about the...
Located on the side of the mountain, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is the only zoo of its kind in the United States. The zoo sits at an elevation of 6,800 feet and is the largest private zoo in the country. Conservation is of prime importance at the zoo and special attention is paid to the renowned giraffe breeding program. The exhibits are educational...
The Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center was fully renovated in 2007 and is certainly the art capital of the city. The center has a sophisticated collection of Latin American art, Mexican clay and folk art and abstract prints from the region’s local artists. Outside of the center is the sculpture garden and large green lawn which regularly hosts outdo...
Built on the man-made lake of Cheyenne Lake, The Broadmoor resort is an AAA Five Diamond resort in the most picturesque location Colorado Springs has to offer. The lake was built in the late 19th century at a cost of $25,000. As well as the iconic main building, visitors also have the chance to experience the beauty and serenity of Colorado in the ...
Formerly a quarry, the Red Rock Canyon Park is just part of the sandstone vein that passes all the way through the Garden of the Gods. The park covers an area of about 787 acres and narrowly missed being turned into apartments and a golf course. Thanks to the hard work and commitment of the local residents, the park remains to be explored and is a ...
As the name suggests, Seven Falls is a series of seven beautiful waterfalls in Broadmoor. The approach to the falls is named the “Grandest Mile of Scenery” in Colorado Springs and features jagged rocks, crystal clear streams and rare flowers. The falls themselves are 181 feet in height and each has their own name. The shortest of the seven is aptly...
If you are a fan of the Olympics then the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs is a must see. The center allows you access to one of the three United States training centers for Olympic athletes. The athletes trained here are from the disciplines of gymnastics, judo, volleyball and swimming for which the States are well known. Tours of the f...
The Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun is just behind the Cheyenne Mountain zoo and protected by large stone gates. The tower is named after the good friend of Spencer Penrose who sadly died at the same time it was constructed. Busts of both Penrose and Rogers can be found here as well as some of the best views of Colorado Springs. Plaques point your si...
The ancient Anasazi people once lived in the red cliffs in Colorado Springs and the Cliff Dwelling is a great place to witness the architecture as well as learning about the people and their lives. The Native American people live here between 800 and 100 years ago. The dwellings have actually been relocated from their original location in Mesa Verd...
In 1903 a new El Paso County courthouse was finished at 215 S. Tejon Street, and in 1917 the city annexed its older neighbor, Colorado City. Even with the broader economic struggles plaguing the United States, bank deposits in Colorado Springs grew 200 percent, from $1.5 million in 1893 to $4.5 million in 1897.
5 days ago · View of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. Colorado Springs, city, seat (1873) of El Paso county, central Colorado, U.S. It stands on a mesa (6,008 feet [1,831 metres]) near the eastern base of Pikes Peak, east of Pike National Forest. Founded in 1871 as Fountain Colony by Gen. William J. Palmer, builder of the Denver and Rio Grande Western ...
