Winter
Activities & tips in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region
Winter wonderland in Colorado Springs
What do you think of when you think of winter in Colorado? Everyone skiing and buried in feet of snow? That’s certainly true for parts of Colorado, after all, we have more than 20 cities over 9,000 feet in elevation. But we’ll let you in on one our best kept secrets . . . Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region has some of the most beautifully mild weather year around. (We’ve celebrated many Christmases with the sliding glass door open!) The temperature tends to fluctuate between 28 and 61 degrees fahrenheit, with very little snow till Spring. The beautiful thing about winter weather in Colorado Springs is the lack of humidity. When it’s cold here, it’s not a bone chilling cold and if you can step into a spot of sunshine, of which we get plenty, you might forget it’s winter altogether!
We have a saying here in Colorado, there’s no such thing as bad weather, only unsuitable clothing. (Okay, we stole that saying fair and square from author Alfred Wainwright, but it’s absolutely true!) It can get chilly here during the winter months, but we also get lots of amazing respites and as long as you dress in layers, you’ll be able to enjoy the Pikes Peak region year around!
Winter itineraries
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Winter-friendly attractions
Academy Riding Stables
Ride horseback through Garden of the Gods on these gentle steeds led by the coolest cowboys and cowgirls in the West.
Adventures Out West
One stop, many thrills! Balloon, zip, Jeep, Segway and bike your way across the Pikes Peak Region for true Rocky Mountain fun.
Broadmoor Outfitters
If adventure is on your Colorado agenda, look no further than Broadmoor Outfitters! Experience zip lining, fly fishing, archery, and more!
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Cave tours, breathtaking scenery, rides and activities. A must-see Colorado attraction for more than a century!
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Hand-feed the giraffes, hop with the wallabies and get closer than ever to rare, endangered and native animals at America’s mountain zoo.
Garden of the Gods Trading Post
Stop in for a cool drink, a hot bite or the best shopping in the Pikes Peak region—25,000 sq. feet of it, to be exact!
Ghost Town Museum
Gold-panning, authentic structures and thousands of artifacts make this indoor ghost town anything but dead.
Historic Cripple Creek
Find your fortune in this unique mountain town that’s loaded with history and always playing host to the next big event.
Historic Manitou Springs
Shop, dine & explore this small-but-epic locale — effervescent healing springs, unique events, & history served daily.
Iron Springs Melodrama and Dinner Theatre
Wild, wacky & oh-so-fun melodrama is the name of the game. Audience participation is strongly encouraged. Huzzah!
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Look, touch, climb & explore ancient history in these relocated dwellings in the cliffs above Manitou Springs.
Miramont Castle Museum
Visit the Pikes Peak Regions’ biggest and best castle- Miramont Castle Museum in Manitou Springs! Events, weddings, tea and more await you and your family!
Old Colorado City
Boutiques, gourmet eats & art galleries galore line the streets of this historic Colorado town. Dine & shop the day away!
Pikes Peak- America’s Mountain
America’s mountain awaits with breathtaking views, outdoor fun & world-famous hot ‘n’ fresh donuts. See you at the top!
Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
The Royal Gorge Bridge and Park has awe-inspiring views, thrilling rides and family fun for kids of all ages in Colorado.
Space Foundation Discovery Center
Tour the cosmos from the safety of Earth with hands-on activities, real space gear and other science-minded mischief.
The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway
It’s always Peak Season at the Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway – sit back, relax and enjoy all 14,115 feet of perfect views!
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum
The Olympic spirit lives year-round in this incredible new museum devoted to the Olympic & Paralympic Games and its amateur athletes.
Western Museum of Mining and Industry
Gold panning + enormous machines that chew through rock like butter + acres of mining history = maximum mine-themed fun.
Tips for winter adventure
PACK LAYERS
The temperature variance is greater this time of year. 40-50 degree temperature swings from day to day or from morning to evening, aren’t just possible, they’re likely. This means you can get 60 degree days in the middle of winter. But it also means it could snow that afternoon. Layers are key!
TEMPERATURE
Don’t let the warm days fool you, as soon as the sun goes down, the temperature drops, and the sun goes down a little earlier than you’re used to because of that big mountain!
WEAR SUNSCREEN
300 days of sunshine isn’t just a clever tagline, we really have that many bluebird days here, and keep in mind that snow is reflective.
STAY HYDRATED
Welcome to our sunny sub-alpine desert, where the annual average humidity hovers just under 40%. Drink plenty of water and pack lotion and chapstick. You can thank us later.
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