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The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Manitou Springs, CO
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The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway

A cog railway that climbs Pikes Peak to a summit at 14,115 feet, reported as the world's highest cog railway.

515 Ruxton Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829, United States · Manitou Springs, CO

About The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway

The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway carries visitors up Pikes Peak on a round trip of about 3.5 hours over a route of roughly nine miles. The railway has been running since 1891 and is described on its site as the world's highest cog railway. At the top, visitors can walk around the Summit Complex and take in wide views of the surrounding plains and mountains. Along the way, the site notes wildlife and bristlecone pines, some of which it says are more than 2000 years old. Riders can reserve seats in advance, including Engineer's View seats in the front row, and walk-up tickets are sold at the Depot when available.

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