December 15, 2017 | Becky Leinweber

Photography

The Pikes Peak area offers excellent opportunities for nature, landscape and wildlife photography. With elevations ranging from 5,700 to over 14,000 feet above sea level, the geographical diversity of the region provides a wide range of plant and animal species as well as grand vistas to photograph. Certain locations are also great for star and […]

December 12, 2017 | admin

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December 8, 2017 | admin

Full Size 4WD

The Pikes Peak region has premier quality motorized trails. Trails range from easy site seeing to hard core four-wheel drive where special equipment is required and everything in between. Many trailheads are an easy hour or two drive from Colorado Springs with spectacular views along the way. Most full-size trails are open to all motorized […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Snowshoeing

Snowshoeing in the Pikes Peak region is one of the best and most accessible ways to get out and experience the outdoors in the wintertime. Many popular trails and hiking areas in the summertime are even more fun in the snow! Anyone from toddlers to older adults can snowshoe, and many local areas can be […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Skiing/Snowboarding

Downhill Skiing The Pikes Peak region may not have quite the quantity of ski areas that other parts of Colorado boast, but nearby Monarch mountain is among the best when it comes to quality, especially if you’re hoping to escape the crowds at IKON or EPIC resorts. Ikon pass holders can reach Eldora Mountain, Arapahoe […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Mountaineering

Colorado’s Pikes Peak region has some of the most iconic mountain summits. The close proximity to the Rocky Mountains makes it an ideal location to attain high viewpoints. Barr Trail and the Crags offer you the chance to check off Pikes Peak from your list of Colorado’s 14ers. Summiting around fall displays vibrant yellow, orange, […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Ice Climbing

Ice climbing in the Pikes Peak region is limited to smaller natural flows in and around Colorado Springs and beautiful alpine ice on Pikes Peak. The flows on the peak will be very weather dependant but offer some of the best alpine ice in the state! Prepare for along approches on the peak and possible […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Rock Climbing

The Pikes Peak region offers some of the best and most varied types of climbing in the country all within an hour or so drive from Colorado Springs. Within the city limits of Colorado Springs, there are four climbing areas managed by the parks department, Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Canyon openspace, Cheyenne Canon […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Snow

The Pikes Peak region has no local downhill ski resorts (other than Monarch Mountain) but does have some backcountry opportunities. For backcountry skiing and snowboarding, El Paso County is home to Pikes Peak. In the late spring months, conditions on Pikes Peak can be ideal for backcountry skiing and snowboarding. But, extreme caution and a […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

RVing

Recreational Vehicles (RVs) allow people to maximize how they recreate. Whether it be fishing, hiking, biking, off-roading, lounging, etc., RVs allow you to have your home away from home while you get to experience the landscape you want to see when you look out the window. RVs are typically equipped with kitchens, refrigerators, bathrooms, sleeping […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Hiking

Hiking is a very popular pastime in the Pikes Peak Region. With literally hundreds of miles of trails to choose from, there’s something for every age and ability. From 12 foot “Tier 1” paved trails (mostly found in Colorado Springs) to 36 inches “Tier 3” dirt trails (open space and mountain trails), there are plenty […]

February 20, 2021 | support

Snow Tubing

Snow Tubing (snow permitting) is a fun family activity, and available at the Ponderosa Retreat & Conference Center (www.visitponderosa.com) just North East of Monument.