Due to population growth in Colorado, Woodland Park is now more of a suburb of Colorado Springs than the tourist town it once was. Pikes Peak hovers in the distance, visible from nearly anywhere in town. It’s located just west of the Springs on Highway 24.
There are a lot of choices for grabbing a bite in town. Established in 1962, the Swiss Chalet Restaurant serves fine steak and seafood in an Alps-like setting. The Historic Ute Inn is a locals’ dive with a full lunch and dinner menu.
For tasty micro brew and plenty of outdoor seating head to BierWerks Brewery. Crystola Roadhouse is a biker bar on Highway 24, with burgers, beer and live music.
Main Attractions
Pikes Peak – This mammoth peak can be seen from town and offers sightseeing and recreation. Head to the top via Pikes Peak Highway or the Cog Railway.
Recreation
Camping:
- Nearby Mueller State Park offers over a hundred campsites in an alpine forest.
Fishing:
- For water sports, head west on Highway 24 to Eleven Mile or Spinney Mountain lakes.
Hiking:
- There is hiking of all levels to be found by Pikes Peak.
- Mueller features 55 miles of trails.
- Another stunning place to hike is the Florissant Fossil Beds.
Things to do in Woodland Park
Amusement:
- Cave Of The Winds (13mi)
- North Pole Santa’s Workshop (9mi)
Casinos:
- Cripple Creek (25mi)
Mine Tours:
- Mollie Kathleen Mine (24mi)
- Vindicator Valley (25mi)
Museums:
- Manitou Cliff Dwellings (13mi)
National Lands:
Natural Landmarks:
- Garden Of The Gods (20mi)
- Helen Hunt Falls (23mi)
- Seven Falls (20mi)
Railroads:
- Pikes Peak Cog (13mi)
Scenic Drives:
- Pikes Peak Highway (12mi)
State Parks:
- Eleven Mile (32mi)
- Mueller (11mi)
- Spinney Mountain (40mi)
Towns:
- Colorado Springs (16mi)
- Cripple Creek (25mi)
- Manitou Springs (13mi)
- Victor (27mi)
Wildlife:
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (21mi)
