SEVEN FALLS CELEBRATES 140 YEARS

Discover the rich history of Colorado’s iconic canyon during this anniversary celebration.

BY JOSHUA BERMAN

Hike Cheyenne Canyon to Seven Falls

There’s an oft-quoted line about the approach walk to Seven Falls being “the grandest mile of scenery in Colorado.” It’s certainly impressive in any season, and one of the state’s longest-running privately owned natural attractions. From the entrance gate, follow a paved path along South Cheyenne Canyon Creek and enjoy the waterfalls, staircases, and vista points. Visitors can also pair their walk with reservations at Restaurant 1858, at the base of Seven Falls. The full 3.5-mile out-and-back hike up the canyon, then up several flights of stairs and another trail to Inspiration Point, takes about two hours and climbs 763 vertical feet. Most visitors, however, are content walking only to the restaurant and base of the falls. Walk up the road along South Cheyenne Canyon Creek, which is flanked by impressive rock formations on either side. The flexibility of your Seven Falls experience is part of what’s made it such an iconic multi-generational Colorado attraction for 140 years.

ON MARCH 9, 1883, COLORADO HOMESTEADER JAMES HULL BEGAN WELCOMING GUESTS to Seven Falls. Visitors could hike into the scenic canyon for ten cents a person and picnic at the foot of a magnificent seven-tiered waterfall. Hull built the first set of stairs at the falls and a proper trail to Inspiration Point. Over time, Hull increased his holdings, protecting more land, and visitors arrived on foot, on horseback, and in carriages to see what’s become known as the “grandest mile of scenery in Colorado.”

Subsequent owners of Seven Falls preserved the area as a natural wonder and tourist destination, making improvements over the years to enhance visitor safety and their overall experience. Now under The Broadmoor’s stewardship, Seven Falls and Cheyenne Canyon are just a short walk or a five-minute complimentary shuttle ride away on resort’s main campus.

This year is a perfect time to visit as we celebrate Seven Falls’ 140th anniversary as a natural attraction. Today, there are added ways to enjoy Seven Falls, including The Broadmoor Soaring Adventure, a multi-element zip line and canopy course. Guests may also enjoy food and cocktails at Restaurant 1858 and Falling Waffles food truck. Open seasonally, Falling Waffles offers housechurned Broadmoor Creamery ice cream and a variety of toppings served in made-to-order bubble waffles. Also, this year, look for the return of Chester the Chipmunk, Seven Falls’ mascot, in the form of ten four-foot tall, hand-painted chipmunk statues made by local third graders.

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Seven Falls

Located on the campus of The Broadmoor, Seven Falls is easily accessed via a complimentary shuttle that runs to and from the main resort. Hotel guests may also enjoy a walking nature path that leads to Seven Falls. Visitors may purchase tickets online at SevenFalls.com Call (844) 476-8048 or visit Broadmoor.com for information.

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