If you want to capture the best photos arrive at sunrise or sunset. In fact, it is a world-class museum with cutting-edge technology, celebrating the geology, ecology, and cultural history of the area, with both interactive and display exhibits. The Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Nature Center is more than just a hole in the wall. Ninety and 120-minute guided tours are available daily (Note: There also are trolley tours and Jeep excursions with a guide, and you can just drive through the park and explore on your own.) Alternately, Front Range Climbing Company offers private half-day and full-day climbing tours for 1-4 people that are tailored to any skill level.įor the less adventurous, a fun way to get around the park is via Segway. Visitors who wish to tackle the soaring red rock faces need to have the proper equipment, and a climbing permit (free) is required. Rock climbers flock to this mecca, which offers climbing for all skill levels. (Check in at the Visitor Center.) Cycling enthusiasts can enjoy the paved bike lanes that run on all one-way roads, with additional off-road trails for the more adventurous. The park also offers free guided walks each day. You can take advantage of 15 miles of hiking trails, ranging from concrete footpaths to full loops that wind through the red rocks that the Garden of the Gods is famous for. This is a place to explore and there are plenty of ways to do so. Beautiful green rolling hills are juxtaposed with red rocky cliffs that seemingly rise out of nowhere. Garden of the Gods is a public park, a National Natural Landmark, and the #1 visited attraction in the area, and when you see it, you’ll know why. We found that there’s just so much to do here, so let’s get to some of our favorite things to do in Colorado Springs! Stay at the Cheyenne Mountain Resort The largest city by area in the state, this sprawling metropolis is considered high desert quite a juxtaposition with the snow-capped, tree-lined Rocky Mountains that border one side of the city. Colorado Springs and nearby El Paso County also both house command centers for the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). ![]() You’ll find there’s a large military presence (Army and Air Force), with almost a quarter of the population being active duty military, civilian military personnel, and their families. The Springs also carries the moniker of Olympic City USA because it’s the headquarters of the United States Olympic Committee, and home to one of the largest Olympic Training Centers in the country, as well as USA Hockey and 50+ national sports organizations. It’s also one of the sunniest cities in the state which is perfect if you’re visiting Colorado and want to get some crisp weather without the snow. It sits at an elevation of just over 6,000 feet.Īfter speaking with some locals, we learned that it doesn’t snow very much in Colorado Springs which we were very surprised to learn. It’s the perfect place for a long weekend getaway, so we’ve documented some of the best things to do in Colorado Springs! About Colorado Springs, ColoradoĬolorado Springs, also known as “the Springs,” is located almost smack dab in the middle of the state, halfway between Denver and Pueblo on Interstate 25. One of the first places that was on our list was Colorado Springs, high in the Rocky Mountains at the base of Pikes Peak. If you’re visiting Austin, Texas soon make sure to check out The Best Things to Do in Austin Your Ultimate Travel Guide! ![]() ![]() As you may know, we departed from Austin the beginning of December and headed for Colorado. During our one-year sojourn around the world, we’ll be documenting some of our favorite spots with these travel guides and also on our travel vlog, so that they can be a travel resource for you when traveling to these destinations.
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