Pikes Peak area PARKS & OPEN SPACES For more info, including directions to parks go to: www.manitousprings.org/where-to-play
GARDEN OF THE GODS Explore Colorado Springs’ paradise in one magical stop. Garden of the Gods Park is a registered National Natural Landmark with dramatic views of 300’ towering sandstone rock formations against a backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak. www.gardenofgods.com
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RAMPART RESERVOIR Located 4.2 miles east of Woodland Park, the reservoir is open to day and overnight use. Enjoy boating, fishing, hiking, mountain biking in the summer and cross country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter. No wading, swimming or water skiing. 30
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THE INTEMANN TRAIL A 4.81 mile trail for all level of hikers and mountain bikers. It connects Manitou Springs to Section 16 and Bear Creek Regional Park. It is a great year-round trail with views of the Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Open Space and Manitou Springs.
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RED ROCK CANYON OPEN SPACE A 1,474-acre city park adjacent to Manitou Springs and south of U.S. Route 24. The park consists of the same sandstone rocks that make up Garden of the Gods a few miles to the north.