Local Things To Do

Garden of the Gods

Google Maps pin for best parking.

Red Rock Canyon Open Space

Great short hikes near town!

The Crags Trail

Good hike for fall colors on the way to Cripple Creek. About an hour from downtown Colorado Springs

Drive up the Pikes Peak Highway

Drive up to the top of Pikes Peak and enjoy high elevation donuts and views at 14,115 feet. Reservations are required and brake checks are mandatory on your way down. Warning, for those not used to elevation, the drive can cause altitude sickness very quickly!

Manitou Incline

Hike up 2,744 steps for a great view! Reservations required. https://manitousprings.org/where-to-play/manitou-incline/

Fall Colors Scenic Drive to Cripple Creek

About an hour drive from downtown Colorado Springs

Red Leg Brewing Company

Our favorite brewery with multiple food vendors!

Phantom Canyon Brewing Company

Local Relic

Brewery in an old historic church

Zocalo Colorado

Mexican food with a fun atmosphere

COATI

Multiple vendors inside

Tattered Cover Book Store Colorado Springs

The Exchange On Tejon

Coffee Shop

Garden of the Gods Market and Cafe

Mediterranean Cafe

Quick bites!

The Rabbit Hole

Cool underground restaurant! Entry down an old subway entrance!

Josh & John's

Ice Cream

Shrunken Head Tiki

Speakeasy