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Pikes Peak
It may not be the tallest mountain in Colorado, but this peak is indeed the highest of the southern Front Range.
Plan Around Pikes Peak
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Pikes Peak Details
It may not be the tallest mountain in Colorado, but this peak is indeed the highest of the southern Front Range. It stands 14,115-feet tall and boasts magnificent views of the valleys and meadows. And if you are lucky, you might be able to see the neighboring four states (Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Kansas) in the distance. If time is limited, you can drive to the top of the peak in roughly two hours. However, it is worth spending more time in order to see a few notable attractions in the area, including the Garden of the Gods, the North Slope Recreation Area, and Colorado Springs.
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Nearby Parks Around Pikes Peak
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Pikes Peak
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5.9 mi away
Barr National Recreation Trail
Takes you to one of the most iconic mountains in America--Pike's Peak.
6.8 mi away
Cave of the Winds
Hidden inside an unassuming canyon near the Monitou Cliff Dwellings is a dark, eerie world of natural wonder.
8.5 mi away
Mueller State Park
Near Pikes Peak's granite formations, 5,100 acres of space, and sprawling wildflowers, you can adore the wildlife and outdoor recreation the park offers.
9.6 mi away
Garden of the Gods
Considered to be one of the most spectacular parks in Colorado, this magnificent landscape bizarrely shaped rock formations are fascinating to see.
12.2 mi away
Rock Island Trail
Linking the towns of Colorado Springs to Peyton, this adventurous 14.8-mile trail follows the path of the historic Chicago, Rock Island, and Pacific Railroad line that was used from 1852 to 1980.