Colorado Springs | Colorado

Dramatic Landscapes

Savor stunning mountain views with Olympic & Paralympic training facilities.

Enjoy some family fun at Garden of the Gods Park, a registered National Natural Landmark. Partake in a host of outdoor activities like hiking, biking, rock climbing and nature walks amid scenic 360-degree mountain views. There are also geological, ecological, and historical exhibits on display at the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center. For unmatched scenic vistas, take a roundtrip journey to the summit of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain via the Pikes Peak Highway where, along the way, there are plenty of visitor services and facilities. At Pikes Peak, enjoy picnic areas, hiking trails, fishing, boating, mountain biking and more.

Another option for groups to get up Pikes Peak is a one-of-a-kind cog railroad. The tallest and longest of its kind in the world, The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway is a must-experience sporting new trains, tracks and depot. The Pikes Peak Visitors Center offers stunning views for incredible photo opportunities. At Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, visitors can see and interact with animals. Some of the most popular residents of the zoo are hippos, giraffes, elephants, otters and penguins who are always ready to delight with their antics. The zoo also runs conservation programs for endangered species.

A visit to the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum offers a peek into Team USA’s Games and athletes. A historical and cultural sports museum, visitors can see artifacts and exhibits, including a Hall of Fame, Parade of Nations, and Medal Collection. For a fun family experience, the Cave of the Winds Mountain Park has attractions and activities for all ages along with mountain experiences and cave tours. Ride the Terror-dactyl on the edge of a 200-foot cliff, take to the skies on the Bat-a-Pult, a 1200-foot round-trip aerial attraction high along the wild and beautiful Williams Canyon and set off on a guided walking underground Discovery Tour.