Colorado Springs & Garden of the Gods
Pikes Peak & Red Rocks
A towering fourteener, dramatic red-rock formations, and family-friendly fun.
At a glance · 5 reasons to go
Why Colorado Springs & Garden of the Gods.
Drive or ride the cog railway up Pikes Peak.
Free, dramatic Garden of the Gods.
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum.
Cave tours and family attractions.
Big scenery and easy family adventure.
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Colorado Springs sits at the foot of Pikes Peak — ride the cog railway to its 14,000-foot summit — and around the free, jaw-dropping red rocks of Garden of the Gods. Add the Olympic museum and cave tours for a fun family base.
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Safety
Safety Overview
Colorado Springs & Garden of the Gods
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Reviewed: 2026-06-06
If It’s Safe Travel… Travel Well.
Before You Travel
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