Colorado Springs

Our visit to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo felt more like an animal adventure than a typical zoo trip. Tucked into the slopes above Colorado Springs, this mountaintop menagerie makes it easy to connect with wildlife in ways you don’t often find. We were face-to-face with so many creatures—without glass or distance between us—that it felt […]

Overlooking Colorado Springs, the Manitou Cliff Dwellers Museum offers a glimpse into the rich history of the Ancestral Puebloans. This small but captivating museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the ancient people who once inhabited the region. While the museum’s exhibits provide an in-depth look at the artifacts and structures of the cliff

At the heart of Manitou Springs, the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway offers an unforgettable journey to the summit of America’s Mountain. As the world’s highest cog railway, this historic train has been carrying passengers to breathtaking heights since 1891. The ride offers a unique combination of history, adventure, and stunning alpine scenery. That makes it

Being flatlanders, the raw beauty of the mountains always captivates us. Colorado Springs sits on the eastern edge of the peaks. On a previous visit, we discovered that there were too many sites for us to see in one trip. It took a few years, but we finally made our way back for more exploring. On this

All of the planning in the world won’t change the weather. When we arrived in Colorado Springs, we found ourselves under a heavy cloud deck. With a limited amount of time for exploring, we weren’t about to let it dampen our spirits. It had been quite a few years since our last visit and we had