Hot springs may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of Pueblo, Colorado, but there are three relaxing hot spring facilities located within an hour of town. Listed based on mileage from downtown, what …
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10 Outstanding Outdoor Sculptures in Colorado Springs
The art culture in Colorado Springs is burgeoning as the city grows. And for those who love outdoor sculptures, this has been a blessing. Walking down almost any street downtown will bring you face-to-face with some of …
Things to do at Colorado’s Pikes Peak
Known as "America’s Mountain", Pikes Peak features an impressive summit of 14,115 feet and plenty of activities to keep you entertained. Unlike many of Colorado’s 14ers, Pikes Peak is easy to access, and visitors can …
11 Cool Colorado Springs Attractions
Colorado Springs sprawls over two hundred square miles in the shadow of the Rocky Mountains, the face of Pikes Peak watching over the city from above. There’s so much more to its beauty and authenticity than the typical …
Amazing Free Activities All Year ‘Round Colorado Springs
If you're on a budget, Colorado Springs is one of the best places to travel. There is a wealth of free attractions providing enjoyment for everyone, whether you're visiting with your family or on your own. You can go …
Drink from Manitou’s 8 Mineral Springs
Manitou Springs is more than just a quaint resort town and suburb a few miles west of Colorado Springs - it's where “The Springs” got its name. The colorful town boasts eight free mineral water fountains, all naturally …
Colorado Springs Hiking at Pulpit Rock in Austin Bluffs Open Space
North of downtown Colorado Springs, Pulpit Rock is a popular natural rock feature and namesake for the 500-acre Pulpit Rock Park located within the Austin Bluffs Open Space. Found within city limits, it is very easy to …
What is Colorado Springs known for?
gAs Colorado's second-most populous and largest city in the state by acreage, there's a whole lot in Colorado Springs. The Olympic City is famous for everything from its iconic Pikes Peak to the giant mix of …
10 Best Colorado Snowshoeing Spots
Snowshoeing is a great way to explore Colorado's wilderness each winter. You'll connect with nature on a snowshoe trek. Luckily, the Rocky Mountains are full of free trails to access such amazing sights. There are …
A Dozen Great Beer Festivals in Colorado
Colorado is well known for its beer scene, thanks in no small part to the Coors Brewery. Home to over 400 other breweries, the state has become a mecca for craft beer festivals too. The majority of Colorado's …
9 Ski Resorts nearest Colorado Springs
Unlike Denver, Colorado Springs isn't known for its easy access to world-class ski resorts. However, the second most populated city in Colorado still boasts several skiing and snowboarding areas within a two-and-a-half …
Wondrous Winter Road Trips In Colorado
Road-tripping is an American pastime, and traveling in Colorado should be too. Year-round its changing seasons provide unique opportunities for cross-state travel and the winter brings with it some of the lightest, …
Colorado’s Best Small Christmas Towns to Visit
What better way to spend Christmas than in a quaint mountain town, blanketed with snow and colorful Christmas lights that seem to light up the sky? While you’ll find almost every town in Colorado celebrates the season in …
The Tallest Buildings in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs might not be Colorado's biggest city, but it boasts some of the tallest buildings in the region. Its downtown has a few gems among its modest skyline. Most of the largest structures are located …
The Neighborhoods of Colorado Springs
Those who have never been to Colorado Springs may just know it as Denver’s smaller neighbor to the south. It may surprise some to learn that the Pikes Peak region of the Front Range not only takes up a huge swathe of …
Balanced Rock in the Garden of the Gods
Practically begging you to take its picture minutes from both Manitou Springs and Colorado Springs, this 35-foot, 1.4-million-pound red rock is free to visit, photograph, and appreciate. Located near the southern …
5 Spectacular State Parks near Colorado Springs
No matter how you like to take in the great outdoors, from conquering a mountain to a pleasant lakeside family picnic, there’s a Colorado state park that fits the bill. The state's second-largest city, Colorado Springs …
The Top Events in Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs is a great place for fun outdoor activities, beautiful natural scenery, and several top festivals throughout the year. These local events offer something for every interest and celebrate everything from …
Handsome Historic Districts of Colorado
Take a peek into Colorado’s past with a visit to one of these historic districts. Each one has blocks lined with colorful old buildings, many of them original from the town's Old West heydays. From the Front Range to …
A Handful of Colorado Springs’ Marvelous Museums
The amount of history and culture packed into Colorado Springs might surprise even long-time residents. It’s no wonder--the area was first settled in 1871 and has grown substantially in the almost two centuries since, …