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

ATV & UTV

The Pikes Peak area has a variety of recreational opportunities for ATVs and UTVs. The City of Woodland Park is the gateway to the North Divide and South Rampart Range Recreation areas of the Pikes Peak Ranger District. Located on US Highway 24, this large riding area is just 25 miles west of Colorado Springs. […]

December 8, 2017 | admin

Adventure Biking

The Pikes Peak area abounds with opportunities for Adventure motorcyclists. Whether traveling for a day trip, a cross country trip or an Around the World adventure, there are boundless roads to explore and experience. Opportunities include endless miles of dirt roads through the Foothills and Rocky Mountains or paved roads to the likes of the […]

December 8, 2017 | admin

Dirt Biking

The Pikes Peak area has a variety of recreational opportunities for Dirt Bikes, both with and without legal license plates. Several single track trails open to motorcycles are available in the USFS South Platte and San Carlos Ranger Districts. Limited single track trails are available in the Pikes Peak and South Park Ranger Districts. The […]

December 5, 2017 | admin

Urban Biking

Colorado Springs affords many opportunities for residents to enjoy time outdoors and one pleasant way to do so is to go for a bicycle ride. In 2007, more than 53 miles of on-street bicycle lanes, 118 miles of urban bicycle trails and about 61 miles of un-paved mountain bike trails were available to bicyclists in Colorado Springs. […]

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

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

Mountain Biking

The Pikes Peak region offers a range of experiences for mountain bikers from novice to expert. Within an hour’s drive from Colorado Springs, the area offers over 480 trails covering 500 miles of mountain biking opportunities. From in-town parks, to National Forest access, to open space areas, mountain bikers can find the challenge they need […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Water

From flat water paddling on a local lake to rafting or kayaking world class white water, the Pikes Peak Region offers an abundance of water activities ideal for a variety of activities and skill levels. Just one hour from the Colorado Springs area, rafters and kayakers will find some of the best white water in […]

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

Off-roading

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

Hunting

Colorado, the Nation’s Centennial State, offers hunters premier hunting opportunities not found in any other state. Colorado is entrusted with almost 24 million acres of public land, much of which is conducive to and authorized for hunting. Colorado Parks & Wildlife (CPW) administers small and large game hunting seasons for the novice and expert hunter. […]

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 […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Climbing

Some of America’s best rock climbing adventures are found in the Pikes Peak region. A huge variety of climbing lies within an hour’s drive from Colorado Springs on sandstone towers at the Garden of the Gods, limestone walls at Shelf Road and up pristine granite cliffs on Pikes Peak.  The City of Colorado Springs parks […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Biking

Whether you are visiting for the first time to the Pikes Peak region, a newcomer, an old timer or a native, if you love cycling you have just hit the jackpot. The Pikes Peak Region has endless bicycle trails. Your only problem is deciding which ones to ride on first! All aspects of cycling in one great […]

October 17, 2017 | admin

Adventuring

Looking for fun and exciting outdoor activities to do in Colorado Springs? Outdoor adventure activities in the Pikes Peak Region are endless! Our local outfitters are some of the best in the world with lifetime experience to ensure you have a safe and enjoyable activity. All activities take place in the great outdoors and are […]

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.