Pikes Peak National Forest Drive

Pikes Peak

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Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain is a majestic landmark located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Rising over 14,000 feet into the sky, Pikes Peak …

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Sep 13, 2020
Really tall mountain with amazing views!Full review by David Martinez
Aug 26, 2020
Awesome day well worth it the shuttle drivers were awesome tooFull review by Patrick McHenry
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The first European to climb the peak came 14 years after Pike in the summer of 1820. Edwin James, a young student who had just graduat…
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Prior booking for train ride is recommended
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Best and easiest way to explore this peak for tourists is to hop on a ride on the railway
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The eastern edge of the Rockies, serving as a visible landmark far into the Great Plains
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Drivers race up the road in a famous annual race called the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
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Fuel up before you start your journey – there are no gas stations along the scenic highway
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You should always have contact details of emergency services
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You'll be required to take a complimentary shuttle up to the summit
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We suggest you scroll through the information provided for public safety stations
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These hours are more limited between Labor Day to Memorial Day
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The visitor center and associated support buildings have been demolished
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Prerequisite binoculars that provide visitors with a closer look at the surroundings
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The mountain is open to exploration throughout the year (weather permitting
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Riders must ride as far to the right as possible and helmets are required
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Can be seen at its majestic best from the garden of the gods balcony
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Helmets are required
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If you are going up barr start at the latest 4:30 before the snow softens to paste.
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Not for those with heart or breathing problems or a fear of heights
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But watch for wildlife like black bears and bighorn sheep
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Rising 7400ft straight up from the plains, more than half a million visitors climb it every year
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The highway is open to cars and cyclists
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As you ascend, keep a sharp eye out to spot local wildlife
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Strongly recommended that pets remain on a leash so as to avoid getting lost
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Visitors today ascend to the summit house cafe and gift shop via railway, car or foot
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Climbing this mountain can be as simple as driving up the pikes peak highway
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Check off two bucket list items at once
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