Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain
An Iconic 14,115-Foot Summit with Panoramic Views and Thrilling Adventures.

Local tip: This is a must see. The train ride from Manitou Springs is fun but so is the drive up the mountain.

📍 Address:
5069 Pikes Peak Highway, Cascade, CO 80809

📞 Phone:
(719) 385-7325

🌐 Website:
pikes-peak.com

⏰ Hours:

• Summer: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
• Winter: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (check website for seasonal hours)

About Pikes Peak:

Known as “America’s Mountain,” Pikes Peak is one of Colorado’s most famous fourteeners and the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful.” Visitors can reach the summit via the Pikes Peak Highway, the scenic Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, or challenging hiking trails like the Barr Trail. At the top, enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains, the Great Plains, and even Denver on a clear day.

The mountain offers family-friendly stops, including picnic areas, overlooks, and the Summit Visitor Center, where you can enjoy hot coffee and world-famous donuts. Pikes Peak is an outdoor lover’s paradise, perfect for hiking, biking, and sightseeing.

Highlights:

• 🗻 Summit Experience: 14,115-foot peak with breathtaking views.
• 🚗 Scenic Drive: 19-mile Pikes Peak Highway with overlooks and photo ops.
• 🚂 Cog Railway: Unique train journey to the summit.
• 🥾 Barr Trail: A challenging but rewarding 12-mile hike to the top.
• 🍩 Summit Donuts: Freshly made donuts at the Summit Visitor Center.