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Colorado Springs Parks & Trails
Our parks in Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak region are a great place to take a stroll, walk your dog, see great geological formations or spend some quality time in nature. Garden of the Gods Park features towering red rocks and beautiful, winding trails. Colorado Springs state parks include our area’s newest, Cheyenne Mountain State Park, which offers beautiful views and wonderful wildlife. Other Colorado Springs parks like Bear Creek Dog Park and the Paint Mines are unique to the area and are not to be missed. If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, you’ll love our many Colorado Springs parks which offer a variety of outdoor activities, such as jogging, rappelling, viewing fossil beds or just taking a leisurely stroll. Many parks in Colorado Springs are open to the public, free of charge and serve as great wildlife watching locations. Get started now and explore Colorado Springs state parks on your next vacation. Check out our Top 25 Hiking and Biking Trails.
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Area: Downtown Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEAcacia Park is a fun, free, multi-use oasis in the heart of downtown Colorado Springs. Stop by the Visitor Info Hub, enjoy the picnic tables, Uncle Wilber's Fountain, playground and lush shade trees.
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Area: Downtown Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEDowntown park with expansive grass lawn, Julie Penrose Fountain sculpture, pavilion avalable to rent for private functions and a creative playground the kids will love.
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Area: Northwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEThis 500-acre parcel includes land from the University Park Open Space, Pulpit Rock Park and Austin Bluffs Park. The Open Space includes paved and gravel trails with great views of the mountains and the city.
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Area: Manitou SpringsPrice: FREEBarr Trail is a 12+ mile (one-way) hike gaining over 7,800 vertical feet from Manitou Springs to the 14,115-foot summit of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREELocated in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, this off-leash park provides dogs and their owners with a variety of hiking and play options. The park is also known for it's beautiful scenery and views.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEHike the foothills, search for mule deer, and discover Bear Creek! Scrub oak thicket, ponderosa pine forests, meadows, a mountain creek, and abundant foothills wildlife.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEPicnic pavilions, playgrounds, volleyball, athletic fields, dog park, tennis courts
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Area: Northeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEEnjoy spectacular views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range at this 385-acre regional park filled with ponderosa pines and trails.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPrice: FREECatamount Trail is a 6 mile round trip hike from Green Mountain Falls to Catamount Reservoir. It is a moderately difficult hike and pet friendly.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPrice: FREEThe Centennial Trail is a wide, paved trail that parallels State Hwy 67 and travels from Woodland Park to the Manitou Lakes Recreation Area. Gentle grades make this trail great for bicycling or hiking with the family.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsOpen daily - 5:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., day use trail access. Located off Hwy 115, the park offers a visitors center, picnicking, and miles of hiking and biking trails in a beautiful natural setting. A campground and archery range round out the recreational opportunities.
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Area: Southeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREE970-acre park features grasslands and foothills ecosystems and riparian habitat along Fountain Creek.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREELocated just a few miles southwest of downtown Colorado Springs in North Cheyenne Canon Park. The trail can be accessed from any of three trailheads (Upper, Mid or Lower Columbine trailheads). Select your trailhead depending on difficulty level and the amount of time allotted.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPrice: FREEThe Crags Trail is a wonderful 4.8 mile out-and-back hike in Pike National Forest in nearby Divide, CO that is great for families. Dogs and horses are permitted.
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Area: Regional ServicesPrice: FREEVisit unique outdoor parks, trails and open spaces such as Rainbow Falls, Paint Mines Interpretive Park, Bear Creek Nature Center, Fountain Nature Center, Fox Run Regional Park, Pineries Open Space, Ute Pass Regional Trail and Bear Creek Dog Park.
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Area: Southeast Colorado SpringsLocated 15 minutes south of Colorado Springs. The center offers a unique look at the Cattail Marsh Wildlife Area. Enjoyable to visitors of all ages.
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Area: Southeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEPicnic pavilions, playgrounds, volleyball courts, athletic fields, basketball, horseshoe pits.
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Area: Northeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEEl Paso County Park with picnic pavillions, playgrounds, athletic fields, lakes, gazebos, interpretive trails. 5-acre fenced off-leash dog park with lots of shade, located in southeast corner of the park.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREELevel, off-leash area with great views of Pikes Peak and Garden of the Gods. Just west of 30th Street and east of Rock Ledge Ranch Histioric Site. Click link for details.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEGarden of the Gods Park is free to the public and has 15 miles of hiking trails as well as accessible paved paths. Parking is available in several lots or in designated areas on the roadside. Walk through the Central Garden or enjoy a loop path to the Siamese Twins rock formation.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPrice: FREEHeizer trail is an old but not very well known trail. It climbs relentlessly from the town of Cascade up to the Cascade Mountain. After passing the trailhead sign start your ascent through first series of wide switchbacks.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEHelen Hunt Falls offers a pleasant hike through the forest alongside a cascading stream and waterfall. The new Cub Visitor Center at the base gets you off to a great start.
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Area: Northeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREE16444 Golihar Rd - El Paso County park with playgrounds, a pond, picnic pavilion and lots of open space.
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Area: Manitou SpringsPrice: FREEWith several established trail links for hikers to explore, experience stunning views that surround the foothills of Manitou Springs. Considered an easy to medium trail. Easy to hike but the total distance does increase the difficulty if the whole trail is done in one day.
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Area: Manitou SpringsPrice: FREELong's Ranch Road is one of several alternative routes that link up to Barr Trail. It is used by trail runners seeking a loop trail around Barr Trail or as an alternative approach.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPrice: FREELovell Gulch Loop Trail is located just northeast of Woodland Park, Colorado in the Pike National Forest. It is a great place for a stroll through the forest with your family.
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Area: Manitou SpringsPrice: FREEThe Manitou Incline is a challenging hike up a historic cable car line, gaining 2,000' of elevation in 1 mile. Free parking at the Hiawatha Gardens building, 10 Old Man’s Trail with free shuttle service to the Incline. RESERVATIONS REQUIRED. Make your reservation here<https://coloradosprings.gov/parks/page/manitou-incline>.
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Area: Southeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEMemorial Park is home to a professional skate park, Prospect Lake, multi-use sports fields, the 7-11 Velodrome and much more.
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Area: Manitou SpringsPrice: FREEMidland Trail is a 5 mile trail that connects downtown Colorado Springs at the America the Beautiful Park (Pikes Peak Greenway Trail), Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs. It is a paved trail and is used primarily as a connector trail.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEMt. Buckhorn Trail is one of the more popular trails near the North Cheyenne Canon Park. Off road users and mountain bikes love this trail, especially on weekends, so be alert for them.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEMt. Cutler Trail is located just a few miles southwest of downtown Colorado Springs in North Cheyenne Canon Park. Along the way you'll see great views of Stratton Open Space, Seven Falls and Will Rogers Shrine. Enjoy this great hike with views.
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Area: Northeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEMt. Herman lies within the Rampart Range of the Front Range between Denver and Colorado Springs. The town of Monument, Colorado is just to the east of this peak which looks over the Palmer Divide.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEA one way trail that parallels N. Cheyenne Canon Road along the Mt. Cutler trail and then heads west at the trail intersection of Mt. Cutler saddle. See great views of Stratton Open Space and 360 degree views of Colorado Springs.
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Area: Northwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEEl Paso County 14-mile portion of the American Discovery Trail follows the Santa Fe Railroad. Call for trailhead locations.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEFree/ Visitor Centers/ Heavily wooded 1,600 acre park has mountain stream and waterfalls. Enjoy scenic drive, hiking, rock climbing, biking, picnicking and horseback riding. Information and free maps at the Visitor Centers.
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Area: Northeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEThis El Paso County park features fantastic geological formations including spires and hoodoos.
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Area: Northwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEEl Paso County park featuring picnic pavilions, playground, volleyball, horseshoe pit, fishing (with license).
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Area: Northeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREE737-acre wildlife preserve offering hiking, biking sports fields on a mesa overlooking the city. Enclosed dog park as well as separate off-leash area with incredible views.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEPalmer Trail Loop/Section 16 is a 6 mile loop with fantastic views of Garden of the Gods Park and Red Rock Canyon. This moderate level hike starts out on Gold Camp Road at the Section 16 Trailhead and winds you through the pine forest. Hiker, mountain biker and dog friendly.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPrice: FREEThe Pancake Rocks Trail begins at a closed tunnel along Highway 67 and rewards you with aspens in high meadows, great views of Sentinel Rock, and of course, the famous pancake shaped rock formations.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesThis trail begins just outside of Rampart Reservoir and proceeds to the Reservoir through wooded forests.
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Area: Northwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREERampart Reservoir is northwest of Colorado Springs, Colorado in the Pike National Forest. The reservoir is located on a granite plateau approximately 9,000 feet above sea level.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEA variety of trails among canyons and ridges of red rock that provide great views of Pikes Peak and the Front Range.
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Area: Northeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEEl Paso County trail with landmark views visible for this 9-mile section of the Chicago Rock Island line. Call for trailhead locations.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREESeven Bridges Trail is a 4.75 mile round trip trail found in North Cheyenne Canon. This is an easy to moderate trail as there is a constant gain in elevation but it's a fun hike for families and kids of all ages.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREESilver Cascade Falls Trail is a popular short trail that starts at Helen Hunt Falls and in a short amount of time allows you to experience the beauty of N. Cheyenne Canon and two beautiful waterfalls.
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Area: Southeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEThe 40,000 square foot competition-size skate park located in Memorial Park at the corner of Pikes Peak Ave. and Union Blvd. was professionally designed and constructed. Located in Memorial Park, the facility welcomes incline skaters, skateboarders and BMX bikers.
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Area: Northwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREE100 acres of trails and open space. Wheelchair accessible, picnic shelter, restroom, trails, access to the Mesa Valley Trail. Beidleman Environmental Center: environmental programs, multi-use room, kitchen facilities.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPrice: $This beautiful and remote area opened in the fall of 2014 after being closed to the public for 100+ years. Hiking, biking, fishing horseback riding on the southern slope of Pikes Peak - by permit only, seasonal. 10-mile out-and-back trail takes you by 3 reservoirs.
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREESt. Mary's Falls Trail is one of the more popular trails near the North Cheyenne Canon Park. The trail starts out on Upper Gold Camp Road, proceeds over the closed railroad tunnel and follows a creek until you reach the beautiful falls.
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Area: Northwest Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEStanley Canyon Trail is located within the grounds of the US Air Force Academy. It is a steep hike that leads to a beautiful mountain reservoir.
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Area: Regional ServicesAdvocates for 100 hiking, biking and equestrian trails and mountain parks in Colorado Springs, El Paso County and the Pikes Peak region to include Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Canyon, and Cheyenne Mountain State Park.
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Area: Manitou SpringsPrice: FREEThe Ute Pass is a mountain pass west of Colorado Springs. U.S. Highway 24 cuts through the Ute Pass
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Area: Manitou SpringsPrice: FREEThe Water Pipe Trail is one of several trails surrounding the Barr Trail and connects Barr Trail to Trail 706. It is used mostly by locals to create loop trails around Barr Trail and is seldom used.
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Area: Southeast Colorado SpringsEl Paso County park featuring playground, basketball court, multiuse court, disc golf course and baseball backstop.
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Area: Southeast Colorado SpringsPrice: FREEHiking and walking trails nearby that connect to the Fountain Creek Nature Center. You can catch bluegill, rainbow trout and channel catfish. Plentiful shade; picnic tables,
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsA high-quality example of southern Front Range's foothill ecosystem; a preserve composed of habitat types, including shrublands, tallgrass prairie meadows, pinyon juniper woodlands and mixed coniferous woodlands.
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Area: River CommunitiesRecognized as one of the nation's most popular locations for whitewater rafting and kayaking; known for its eddies, ripples and deep pools, the Arkansas River offers excellent angling opportunities.
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Area: River CommunitiesWildlife viewing, wild turkeys, birds, raptors, deer, hunting, fishing, wilderness area, on Freemont County Road 123 west of Penrose.
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Area: River CommunitiesWildlife viewing on the Arkansas River, big horn sheep, deer, raptors, on US Highway 50 between Canon City and Salida
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Area: River CommunitiesReservoir, cold and warm water fishing, wildlife viewing, water birds,raptors, hiking on Freemont County Road 123 west of Penrose
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Area: Southwest Colorado SpringsPermit required - stop at Visitor Center, wildlife viewing, wild turkeys, eagles, deer, elk, pronghorn, CO Highway 115 South of Colorado Springs at Turkey Canon Ranch Road.
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Area: Mountain CommunitiesPike National Forest, forest trails, reservoir, wildlife viewing, fishing, camping on CO Highway 67 north of Woodland Park.
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Area: River CommunitiesScenic byway, wildlife viewing, birds, wild turkeys, raptors, deer, on CO 67 north of Florence.
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Area: River CommunitiesMountain reservoir, fishing, camping, wildlife viewing, hiking off of CO 67 north of Florence
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Area: River CommunitiesDriving tour for wildlife viewing, birds, raptors, pn 1st Street in Canon City to Temple Canyon Road to Freemont County Road 3 to Copper Gulch Road to US Highway 50
