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Manitou Springs is surrounded by more world-class attractions, activities, and trails than any other region in Colorado. Whether you’re looking for heart pumping adventures, a look into the history of the Pikes Peak Region, or just want to explore the great outdoors, you’ve come to the right place! ACADEMY RIDING STABLES

4 El Paso Blvd. Colorado Springs, 80904

719-633-5667 • 888-700-0410 www.academyridingstables.com One or two hour horseback rides through Garden of the Gods Park. Trail riders must be 8 years old. Pony rides available for under 7. Weight restricted to 230 lbs. Reservations required.

AIR FORCE ACADEMY VISITOR CENTER

Off Interstate 25, exit 156

719-333-2025 www.usafa.edu The Visitor Center serves as the gateway for hundreds of thousands of visitors a year. It contains historical exhibits, theater, and gift shop.

ANGLER’S COVEY

295 S. 21st St. Colorado Springs, 80904

719-471-2984 www.anglerscovey.com Angler’s Covey has served fly fishing enthusiasts for over 30 years. We carry all the top brands & offer classes & guide trips for all levels. Let us help you find your next adventure.

ARAMARK

Pikes Peak Summit House

719-473-0208 www.visitpikespeak.com Located at Pikes Peak Summit, Glen Cove & Crystal Reservoir. Enjoy the drive on the Pikes Peak Highway. Gift shops, refreshments, and spectacular views along the way.

BARR TRAIL MOUNTAIN RACE

719-473-2625 www.BarrTrailMountainRace.com Registration opens March 1, 2022 for this historic race up Pikes Peak on July 17, 2022.

BICYCLE EXPEDITIONS ON PIKES PEAK - ADVENTURES OUT WEST

925 S 8th St. Colorado Springs, 80906

719-578-0935 www.ADVOUTWEST.com The highest bike tour in America is a Colorado must. Our expedition includes all gear including Summit Parkas, Great Bikes, and 19 miles of downhill fun.

THE BROADMOOR SEVEN FALLS

1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd. Colorado Springs, 80906

719-476-6708 www.sevenfalls.com Enjoy a majestic series of waterfalls in the 1,250-foot-wall box canyon known as “The Grandest Mile of Scenery in Colorado,” as well as lunch or dinner at Restaurant 1858.

BUGGY TOURS LLC

719-822-4659 www.buggytoursllc.com We offer Jeep and van Pikes Peak tours & hiker pickup. Join us on a luxury tour in our comfortable & safe Jeep or van that seats up to 8 people. Let’s explore today!

CAVE OF THE WINDS

6 Miles West of I-25 on Hwy 24

719-685-5444 www.caveofthewinds.com Adventure & excitement await with cave tours, thrill rides, & attractions for all ages surrounded by spectacular scenery! It’s family fun at its best!

CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN ZOO

4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd. Colorado Springs, 80906

719-633-9925 www.cmzoo.org Hand-feed giraffe & interact with animals closer than you ever have before. Enjoy aerial views & exquisite habitats. Advanced timed tickets required.

CITYROCK CLIMBING CENTER

21 N. Nevada Ave. Colorado Springs, 80903

719-634-9099 www.climbcityrock.com Experience unique fun at our vibrant downtown Colorado Springs location. New and experienced climbers are welcome in our family friendly environment.

COLORADO WOLF AND WILDLIFE CENTER

4729 Twin Rocks Rd. Divide, 80814

719-687-9742 www.wolfeducation.org Dedicated to educating the public about wolves, fox & coyotes. Call for reservations. Wolf photo sessions also available. Tuesday through Sunday all year.

CRIPPLE CREEK & VICTOR NARROW GAUGE RAILROAD

520 E. Carr Ave. Cripple Creek, 80813

719-689-2640 www.cripplecreekrailroad.com An exciting journey & scenic adventure into yesteryear. Travel backward in time to the lusty pioneer days of railroading during its greatest era.

DINOSAUR RESOURCE CENTER

201 S. Fairview St. Woodland Park, 80863

719-686-1820 www.rmdrc.com An awe-inspiring display of dinosaurs, prehistoric marine reptiles, flying reptiles, & fish of North America’s Cretaceous period can be found at the Dinosaur Resource Center.

E-BIKE TOURS & RENTAL

906 Manitou Ave. #102

719-246-2675 www.ebiketoursandrental.com E-bike Tours & Rental is an E-Bike tour & service company. We specialize in “experience.” Rent an E-bike & bike through the beautiful Garden of the Gods.

ESCAPE MANITOU SPRINGS

2 Ruxton Ave.

719-685-1189 www.escapemanitousprings.com The Hemp Store presents something uniquely Manitou — an Emma Crawford escape room! Do you and your team have what it takes to solve the puzzles and escape the room in 60 minutes?

THE FLYING W RANCH CHUCKWAGON DINNER & SHOW

719-598-4000 • 800-232-FLYW www.flyingw.com The Flying W Ranch serves up cowboy fun in the form of chuckwagon suppers, cowboy singalongs and old west attractions. 7 nights a week from May 20 - Oct. 2. Tickets online at flyingw.com.

GARDEN OF THE GODS 10 MILE RUN & 10K

719-473-2625 www.gardentenmile.com Registration opens March 1, 2022 for the 45th running of the Garden of the Gods 10 Mile Run and 10k on June 11, 2022.

GARDEN OF THE GODS TRADING POST

324 Beckers Lane

719-685-9045 • 800-874-4515 www.gardenofthegodstradingpost.com Established in 1900, the Garden of the Gods Trading Post is the largest gift shop and art gallery in Colorado. Come see a bit of history, nestled at the edge of Garden of the Gods Park.

GARDEN OF THE GODS VISITOR & NATURE CENTER

1805 N. 30th St. Colorado Springs, 80904

719-634-6666 www.gardenofgods.com Free Attraction! Experience spectactular views, interactive exhibits, & exciting movies. Gift shop, cafe, climbing, Jeep, Segway, e-bike tours. Free map.

GHOST TOWN MUSEUM

400 S. 21st St. Colorado Springs, 80904

719-634-0696 www.ghosttownmuseum.com Journey back 100 years at this 1800’s old west town. Explore thousands of artifacts, building by building. Fun for the entire family. Shopping, seasonal gold panning.

IRON SPRINGS CHÂTEAU DINNER THEATER

444 Ruxton Ave.

719-685-5104 www.ironspringschateau.com Delicious 3 course meal & show that’s fun for the whole family! Reasonable prices, with child, senior, military, and group rates. Reservations required.

LULU’S DOWNSTAIRS

107 Manitou Ave.

719-424-7637 www.lulusdownstairs.com Lulu’s Downstairs is a cool and inviting place to catch a concert, eat dinner and grab a drink. Open daily 5pm til 12am. www.lulusdownstairs.com

MANITOU CLIFF DWELLINGS & MUSEUM

Located West on Highway 24

719-685-5242 • 800-354-9971 www.cliffdwellingsmuseum.com Cliff Dwellings (1100-1300 A.D.). Prehistoric ruins, museums, artifacts, gift shop. Open year-round, weather permitting. Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas.

MANITOU SPRINGS FIRE DEPARTMENT MUSEUM

9 Capitol Hill Ave.

719-685-1011 www.miramontcastle.org Located inside Miramont Castle. Features antique and vintage fire memorabilia from the Pikes Peak Region. Active Firefighter/Military free with ID.

MANITOU SPRINGS HERITAGE CENTER

517 Manitou Ave.

719-685-1454 www.manitouspringsheritagecenter.org Free admission. Open Fri-Sun 11:30-4:30. Local history museum features exhibits, photos & artifacts, events. Unique museum store. Reach us by email at ManitouHeritage@gmail.com.

MIRAMONT CASTLE MUSEUM

9 Capitol Hill Ave.

719-685-1011 • 888-685-1011 www.miramontcastle.org Miramont Castle was built in 1895, and the Manitou Springs Historical Society has since turned this Victorian mansion into a local history museum. Call for hours and prices.

MOUNTAIN BIKING WITH STACY

By appointment only

719-661-2967 www.mtbwithstacy.com Contact Stacy for all your mountain biking needs! Skills clinics for groups or individuals; guided rides of area trails; custom trips in CO, UT, & AZ.

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MOUNTAIN JEEP LLC

719-357-0537 www.mountainjeepllc.com Open year round. Take a scenic Colorado ride to Pikes Peak, Cripple Creek, Victor, and more to come!

PATTY JEWETT GOLF COURSE

900 E. Espanola St. Colorado Springs, 80907

Pro-Shop 719-385-6934

Starter 719-385-6963

Restaurant 719-385-6944

PIKES PEAK - AMERICA’S MOUNTAIN

5089 Pikes Peak Highway Cascade, 80809

719-385-PEAK www.pikespeakcolorado.com It’s not every day you can scale a mountain from the seat of your car. Welcome to Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain. 14,115’ above ordinary.

PIKES PEAK ASCENT & MARATHON

719-473-2625 www.PikesPeakMarathon.org Registration opens March 1, 2022 for the 67th running of the Pikes Peak Ascent & Marathon on September 17/18, 2022.

PIKES PEAK COG RAILWAY

515 Ruxton Ave.

719-685-5401 www.cograilway.com Experience the breathtaking views from Pikes Peak — and along the ride there — on the highest cog railway in the world, The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway.

PIKES PEAK REGION ATTRACTIONS

800-525-2250 www.pikes-peak.com From soaring thrills to serene natural wonders, we’ve got the adventure that’s perfect for you at 29 of the area’s hottest attractions.

PIKES PEAK TOURS BY GRAY LINE

719-465-1871 www.pikespeaktour.com The local experts. Multiple departures daily that offer round trip guided tours to the summit of Pikes Peak. Enjoy maximum comfort in our mini buses and touring coaches.

PIKES PEAK ZIPLINES BY ADVENTURES OUT WEST

1335 Manitou Ave.

719-578-0935 www.ADVOUTWEST.com Run, jump, or crawl off the edge of a cliff. Then let your spirit soar (upside down if you want) on our natural terrain zipline course located just steps away from the heart of Manitou Springs.

PRORODEO HALL OF FAME

101 ProRodeo Dr. Colorado Springs, 80919

719-528-4764 www.ProRodeoHallofFame.com The colorful history and equally colorful legends of professional rodeo live on at the ProRodeo Hall of Fame. Celebrating the Spirit of the West. Come see us!

ROCK LEDGE RANCH HISTORIC SITE

3105 Gateway Rd. Colorado Springs, 80904

719-578-6777 www.rockledgeranch.com A non-profit living history farm and museum that depicts life in the Pikes Peak Region from 17751907.

ROCKHOUND UTV/ATV RENTALS

8825 W. Highway 24, Cascade, 80809

719-684-2408 www.rockhoundatv.com Guided tours, ATVs and Razors. Trail maps, helmets, goggles, tank of gas and instructions included in price. Sales and service. Group rates.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN FOOD TOURS

719-322-5731 www.rockymountainfoodtours.com The most delicious thing to do in Colorado Springs! Eat, drink, and learn the local history. Tours occur weekly, year round. Groups welcome.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN RIDE

719-362-6332 www.myrockymountainride.com Tours and transportation for large or small groups. Pikes Peak Highway tours and hiker shuttles, brew tours, Red Rocks concerts, & ski resort transportation. Reserve online!

ROYAL GORGE BRIDGE & PARK

4218 County Road 3A Canon City, 81212

719-275-7507 • 888-333-5597 www.royalgorgebridge.com From awesome views on America’s highest suspension bridge, to gondolas, to the Royal Gorge Via Ferrata, fun experiences for the whole family! Open 365.

RUXTON’S TRADING POST

22 Ruxton Ave.

719-685-9024 • 719-377-1919 www.ruxtons.com Cowboy & Indian antiques, furs & cowhide rugs, leather goods, oil & gas memorabilia. 400 cowboy hats, TV & movie memorabilia: John Wayne, Roy Rogers, Clint Eastwood & more.

SANTA’S WORKSHOP/NORTH POLE

5050 Pikes Peak Highway, Cascade, 80809

719-684-9432 www.northpolecolorado.com Christmas-themed family amusement park with rides, shows, gift shops & Santa himself!

SBR MOTORSPORTS PARK

21430 Spencer Rd. Calhan, 80808

719-492-2635 www.sbrmotorsportspark.com Rent the fastest go karts in the area for use on a half-mile asphalt road course. Our facility can accommodate group events, birthday parties, corporate events or friends out for an afternoon of fun.

SEGWAY ADVENTURES, JEEP EXCURSIONS & BALLOON FLIGHTS

925 S 8th St. Colorado Springs, 80906

719-578-0935 www.ADVOUTWEST.com Only one company owns and operates all these activities. Call Adventures Out West to book your Colorado experience today. Groups and custom adventures.

SPRINGS BEER TOURS

719-425-9770 www.springsbeertours.com Enjoy Colorado craft beers and a guided walking tour of historic Manitou Springs. Tours run roughly 2 hours. Group and private tours are available.

SUMMIT PIKES PEAK BY JEEP OR BICYCLE

925 S 8th St. Colorado Springs, 80906

719-578-0935 www.ADVOUTWEST.com An expedition to the top of America’s Mountain. Enjoy the sights by Jeep with an experienced guide. For added fun, cruise down on a bike.

TAKE A MINERAL SPRINGS TOUR

354 Manitou Ave.

719-685-5089 www.manitoumineralsprings.org Taste the natural mineral springs that put Manitou Springs on the map. Take a self-guided tour or call to arrange for a guided tour for your group.

VALLEY HI GOLF COURSE

610 S. Chelton Rd. Colorado Springs, 80910

Pro-Shop 719-385-6967 Starter 719-385-6917 Restaurant 719-385-6918

WESTERN MUSEUM OF MINING & INDUSTRY

225 North Gate Blvd. Colorado Springs, 80921

719-488-0880 www.wmmi.org Western Museum of Mining & Industry educates the public about the history of mining in the West through its exhibition and interpretation of mining artifacts.

Built in 1895 Over 14,000sf

(719) 685-1011•MiramontCastle.org 9 CAPITOL HILL AVE • Manitou Springs

Self-Guided Museum Tours - Manitou Springs Historical Society

Queen’s Parlour Tearoom High Tea

Seatings: Tues-Sun,11am-12:30pm & 1pm-2:30pm Closed Monday - Advanced reservations required (719) 884-4109