Colorado Springs, CO

Endless Beauty and Adventure Every Day

Set at the base of the Rocky Mountains and aside Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs draws visitors to its natural attractions, outdoor sports and excellent lodging. A perfect place to start is at The Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center, a city park full of sandstone formations and a whole lot to do. The park offers hiking, rock-climbing, tours and a visitor’s center with interactive exhibits displaying the red rocks and natural surroundings of Eastern Colorado. Adding to the natural beauty and outdoor action is Pike’s Peak. At 14,115 feet, it’s the tallest of the Rocky Mountains’ Front Range, which has both winter and summer action. There are a variety of ways to reach the summit including a hiking trail and the Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway that bring guests all the way to the summit. At the top, take some time to relax, enjoy the view and check out the visitor’s center, restaurant and gift shop.

For those looking for outdoor sports, Colorado Springs has some of the best rock-climbing, hiking, rafting, horseback riding and hiking in the world. Academy Riding and Mark Reyner Stables are both in Colorado Springs and offer guided equestrian trips around the natural attractions in the area. For cyclists, Challenge Unlimited offers many different rides such as Pike’s Peak by Bike. Everything is provided, including bikes, helmets and a friendly and knowledgeable guide. Outings are also provided by The Colorado Rock Climbing Company for visits to Cheyenne Canyon, Garden of the Gods and Red Rock Canyon. And for whitewater enthusiasts, the Arkansas River is just about an hour away with rafting and kayaking outings at every skill level.

Back in downtown Colorado Springs, guests can enjoy museums, galleries, shops and eateries. Visitors can learn about the rich history and founding of Colorado Springs at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. The Ghost Town Museum brings back the gold-rush days in an old west town where visitors can even try panning for gold. The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, located just outside of town, is unique in that its exhibits focus on the flora and fauna of the Colorado Mountains, with over 800 different species on display. The United States Olympic Training Center is in town and houses an aquatic center, cycling velodrome, shooting center, gymnasium and more. The center provides tours that give guests a behind-the-scenes look into the training and operation of the US Olympic Team.

While there are many lodging options in Colorado Springs, one that provides top dining and accommodations is The Broadmore Hotel. This beautiful hotel is a five-star and five-diamond resort that includes Colorado’s only five-star restaurant. This is the place to stay if you want to be completely pampered in luxury. The Mining Exchange – A Wyndham Grand Hotel & Spa is in downtown Colorado Springs and has a luxury spa, modern gym and classic bar. Though most locations in Colorado shine during winter, Colorado Springs is the place to visit during the warmer months. With so many different options from sports to history to luxury, Colorado Springs will definitely leave you with great memories.