Outdoor recreation and entertaining attractions abound in the area surrounding Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs is situated near the base of one of the most famous American peaks, Pikes Peak, on the east side of the Rocky Mountains. Pikes Peak is a massive 14,109 foot mountain that forms a marvelous visual backdrop to the city of Colorado Springs. Pikes Peak provides the area with magnificent natural beauty and a wide range of recreational opportunities. Visit the Garden of the Gods which is a free city park filled with the wonders of nature. An abundance of plant and animal life can be found throughout the garden, as well as the magnificent and unique red sandstone rock formations, for which it is best known. Several other parks can be visited for the pleasure and enjoyment of you and your family.

Also visit other popular tourist locations including: Ghost Town, Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, US Air Force Training Center, the US Olympic Training Center, Glen Eyrie and Miramont Castles, Focus on the Family visitor center, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, the Cave of the Winds and Seven Falls. Whether your passion is for skiing or exploring, Jeep adventures or riding horses, white water rafting or the old west, mountain biking or shopping, narrow gauge railroads or fine dining, Colorado Springs has something for everyone. Whatever you do, you are sure to have a great time on your next trip to Colorado Springs!