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Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, CO
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Garden of the Gods

Garden of the Gods is an outdoor activity in Colorado Springs, CO, part of the Denver & the Front Range guide. Cost: free.

1805 N 30th St · Colorado Springs, CO

Why you should go…

Garden of the Gods protects a cluster of dramatic red sandstone spires and balanced rocks framed by Pikes Peak in the background. Miles of paved and dirt trails make it accessible for a quick walk or a full afternoon hike, and rock climbers work routes on formations like Kissing Camels. Entry and the visitor center are free.

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What's around here?

The closest stops to Garden of the Gods, ordered by straight-line distance. A few more like it, plus some different kinds of fun so you can build a full day.

  • Shopping
    Local Gem

    Garden of the Gods Trading Post

    Free

    Colorado's largest gift shop and Native American art gallery at the edge of Garden of the Gods park.

    1.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Shopping

  • Sightseeing
    Local Gem

    Manitou Springs

    Free

    Historic mineral-spring mountain town near Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods, with walkable arts and dining.

    2.2 mi awaySwitch it up: Sightseeing

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Open Road Rentals

    $50+

    Rent motorcycles, scooters, and adventure bikes near Garden of the Gods for self-guided rides.

    2.3 mi awayMore like this

  • Museums
    History Buff

    Manitou Cliff Dwellings Museum

    Under $25

    Walk through relocated Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and browse Native American artifact exhibits near Pikes Peak.

    2.5 mi awaySwitch it up: Museums

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Outdoor Adventure

    Manitou Incline

    Free

    Climb 2,768 steep steps up a former cable railway bed, gaining about 2,000 feet of elevation in under a mile.

    3.6 mi awayMore like this

  • Sport & Outdoor
    Iconic

    Pikes Peak - America's Mountain

    Under $25

    Drive, ride the cog railway, or hike to the 14,115-foot summit that inspired 'America the Beautiful.'

    7.3 mi awayMore like this