Woodland Park Colorado - The City Above the Clouds

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Real Estate Agent with Real Estate Showcase Photography



Woodland Park sits at the base of Pikes Peak, "America's Mountain", at an elevation of 8465 feet. It is known as "The City Above the Clouds" due to it's abundant sunshine, and boasts a cozy population of about 7,600.

Woodland Park - The History

The largest city in Teller County, Woodland Park is about 18 miles from Colorado Springs, traveling west on Highway 24 through the scenic Ute Pass.

Once the home of the Southern Colorado Ute Indians, the area developed as a resort town to folks from Colorado Springs looking for a mountain get-away.

Many log cabins were built in the area for this purpose, and remain here today as private residences. Others would come to enjoy the mountain setting staying at grand hotels, such as the Midland Hotel. Logging was the primary industry in Woodland Park during the 1800's, supporting the railroad and gold mines of Cripple Creek and Victor.

Marking the Ute Pass Trail
Courtesy Denver Historical Museum

 

Midland Hotel ca. 1934
Courtesy Ute Pass Historical Society
 

 

 

   Woodland Park - The Great Outdoors

Woodland Park is centrally located to just about any outdoor activity one could imagine! From world class fishing in the South Platte River, rafting in the Arkansas, to skiing Breckenridge, it's all here! Surrounded by thousands of acres of National Forest, it's a mecca for hiking, biking, and horseback riding. Enjoy gaming in the historical mining town of Cripple Creek, exploring the Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, marvel at the wonder of Mueller State Park & Wildlife Area and allow yourself to be awed by the majesty of Pikes Peak!

 


                          

 

                                    Woodland Park - Work, Live, and Play Here!

Woodland Park boasts a new, state of the art hospital, good schools, and a low crime rate. We enjoy moderate summers and mild winters (often referred to as the "banana belt" of the mountains). You'll enjoy shopping, parks, restaurants, and cultural events - we're proud of our commitment to the arts! Each summer, the Woodland Music Series brings first class live entertainment to town, and Art Festivals and the Farmer's Market are well attended.

Whether you're looking to relocate, vacation, or retire - We think you'll LOVE it here!

                                                                                                
Historical Midland Ave, A View Toward the Peak
Music Series Outdoor Concert, Rampart Library

 

For more detailed information about our city, visit these websites:
Woodland Park Chamber
City of Woodland Park Home Page
City-Data

For REAL ESTATE information and Homes or Land property searches, visit the search page on my website:     Debi Boucher - Prudential Professional REALTORS - Woodland Park

 

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