Settled amidst the Southern Rocky Mountains and surrounded by breathtaking panoramas, Colorado Springs draws many new residents simply for its natural beauty alone. Whether as a tourist or a resident, many people visit the natural attractions in and around Colorado Springs every year, and the city's sunny, clear weather tends to be perfect for exploring the outdoors. In Colorado Springs, one can take advantage of the outdoors year-round, with hiking, fishing, backpacking, rock climbing, and more available for summer possibilities, plus skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, tubing, and a plethora of other activities in the winter as well. Below are a few places to explore in Colorado Springs that will provide visitors with an overview of how beautiful Colorado Springs truly is.
Sites to see in the city of Colorado Springs include the downtown area, with its parks and museums - they provide an overview of just how beautiful this city is. Among the best parks to in downtown Colorado Springs are Memorial Park, Acacia Park, and America the Beautiful Park. Popular museums and venues include the Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum and the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center.
The Garden of the Gods on North 30th Street is a popular spot for those wishing to explore beautiful natural landscapes in Colorado Springs. Visits to the Garden of the Gods include tours of the dazzling rock formations found on the grounds. The Garden of the Gods is a National Natural Landmark, and facilities at the site include a visitor center, with exhibits on the geologic processes that created the rock formations for which the site is known. Activities such as picnicking, rock climbing, biking, horseback riding, photography, and more are also possible at the Garden of the Gods.
On the southeast border of Colorado Springs rests the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. The zoo has served the people of Colorado Springs for over 80 years, providing visitors face to face encounters with animals from around the world. Kids and adults of all ages can take a spin on the historic 1932 World's Fair carousel and the Mountaineer Sky Ride affords guests a birds-eye-view of the zoo on a chairlift-style tour over the facility. While at the zoo visitors can also ascend to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun for incredible views of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region.
While the city of Colorado Springs itself is scenic, the most beautiful sites in and around Colorado Springs are located somewhat further afield. One of the most famous natural landmarks in the region is Pikes Peak, and those in the area can view the mountain and explore the nature that surrounds it by visiting Pike National Forest. Pike National Forest encompasses an area of more than 1,000,000 acres and it is located to the west of Colorado Springs.
Another must-see spot around Colorado Springs is Cheyenne Mountain State Park, where visitors can engage in activities such as biking, hiking, or wildlife viewing. There are more than 20 miles of trails in Cheyenne Mountain State Park that meander through almost 1700 acres of wild land that teams with wildlife amidst pristine natural landscapes.
After having visited these sites, you will have just a small overview of how beautiful Colorado Springs is. However, residents of Colorado Springs will soon find that there is much more to be found in the area in terms of natural scenery and picturesque beauty.
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