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Dressing for Winter Weather in Colorado
In the span of a week, it can go from 70 to -14, from sunshine to blizzard, and everything in between. Learn how to dress…
Travel like you belong here
Essential wisdom from locals who know these mountains, trails, and towns by heart. The tips that make the difference between visiting Colorado and truly experiencing it.
6 High-Altitude Tips for a Great Colorado Springs Vacation
Local tips to avoid altitude sickness and help you have an awesome healthy time! Drink water, wear sunscreen, and start slow!
Hiking Tips to Help You Explore Like a Local in the Pikes Peak Region
We’ve hiked these trails, made the mistakes and lived to share our lessons learned so you can have the best hike ever.
Want to hike to the summit of Pikes Peak? Wait until summer…
Can I hike to the top of Pikes Peak while I’m there? (Short answer…NO). Keep reading…
Unique Gifts from Our Attractions
Support local shops in Colorado Springs with some of the most unique gifts in the region for this holiday season.
Your Emma Crawford Coffin Race Survival Guide
Thousands of people flock to the small town every year to participate as cheering fans, racing pallbearers and solemn Emmas.
15 Attractions Under $15 in Colorado Springs
Get the most out of your Colorado Springs vacation with these 15 attractions under $15. The more you save, the more you can do -- that's what we always say!
Every season tells a story
From golden aspens to powder days, discover why locals never get tired of calling this place home. Find your perfect Colorado moment, no matter when you visit.
- Summer
- Fall
- Winter
- Spring
Labor Day Lift Off in Colorado Springs
Labor Day Lift Off in Colorado Springs is packed with music, food and activities for the whole family— you won’t want to miss it!
Legacy Attractions: North Pole – Santa’s Workshop
Built in 1956, the Christmas-themed amusement park has been a beloved attraction for visitors from the day the gates first opened.
Best Time of Year to Visit Colorado Springs
There’s no shortage of fun to be had anytime you visit Colorado Springs and each season offers its own special benefits to visitors.
Fishing in the Pikes Peak Region
Welcome to Colorado, a dream location for those of you who always keep a tackle box in the backseat (you know, just in case).
Great, the weather stinks– Now What?
Your vacation doesn't have to be ruined just because of some rain or snow. Here are 6 things to do when it's raining in Colorado Springs.
Fall Leaves in Colorado Springs—and Beyond
It's time to leaf it up my fall foliage aficionados! We've got all the best places for outdoor autumn fun and photo ops.
Black History Month in Colorado Springs
Our city has been home to influential Black educators, activists, artists and other important individuals since the West became the West.
Legacy Attractions: North Pole – Santa’s Workshop
Built in 1956, the Christmas-themed amusement park has been a beloved attraction for visitors from the day the gates first opened.
Best Time of Year to Visit Colorado Springs
There’s no shortage of fun to be had anytime you visit Colorado Springs and each season offers its own special benefits to visitors.
Awesome Ziplines Around Colorado Springs
If ziplines are your jam, we have some of the coolest ziplines you ever seen. The natural terrain of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region lends itself to epic high flying adventure.
Your Memorial Day Weekend Territory Days Run-down
There’s a reason that Territory Days in Old Colorado City has been the event to attend over Memorial Day weekend since 1978 — it’s absolutely epic!
Spring Break Activities in Colorado Springs
Why spend hours in the blazing sun on a too-crowded shore when there is a veritable paradise right here in the Rocky Mountains?
Fresh from the heart
Legacy Attractions: The Manitou Cliff Dwellings
As one of the oldest attractions in the Pikes Peak region, the Manitou Cliff Dwellings has been a staple visit for generations of visitors.
Top 5 Trains in Colorado
We love trains and Colorado is a great state to take unbelievable rides on routes that built the West. We hope this list of great scenic trains will help you create a memorable journey. Be…
About Cripple Creek
Learn all about Cripple Creek before you make your next trip to the Pikes Peak Region. We have tips, event info and more for a great visit!
Colorado Tarantula Migration
Hoards of tarantulas are descending on Southern Colorado? It’s not a nightmare -- it’s tradition. Well, migration.
Best Pumpkin Patches in Colorado Springs
If you’ve never experienced a day at the pumpkin farm, we’ve picked (pun intended) a few of the best pumpkin patches in Colorado Springs to help you out!
Labor Day Lift Off in Colorado Springs
Labor Day Lift Off in Colorado Springs is packed with music, food and activities for the whole family— you won’t want to miss it!
Pikes Peak Sunrise Openings
There’s something truly magical about watching the first beams break the horizon as the whole of the Pikes Peak region rolls out before you.
4th of July Fireworks in Colorado Springs and So Much More
We hope this list sets you up for a fabulous 4th of July, whether it’s spent barbequing, watching the fireworks, or all of the above!
The U.S. Senior Open Returns to Colorado Springs
The 2025 U.S. Senior Open returns to Colorado Springs for the third time, hosting golfing's finest in one of the top courses in the U.S.
Father’s Day Activities in Colorado Springs
Father’s Day is here already and we know you cannot wait to celebrate the dads in your life with a fun day out.
6 High-Altitude Tips for a Great Colorado Springs Vacation
Local tips to avoid altitude sickness and help you have an awesome healthy time! Drink water, wear sunscreen, and start slow!
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Reference Guide
We’re breaking down the basics to ensure you have a blast and stay safe during Colorado’s “Race to the Clouds”, Pikes Peak International Hill Climb.
