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Exploring the Wonders of Colorado Springs

Raavi Hemanth

30 Oct 2023

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Embark on a thrilling 6-day adventure in Colorado Springs, CO. Discover stunning natural landscapes, historic sites, and iconic landmarks that will leave you in awe.

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Day 1

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$0

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$ 4

Red Rock Canyon Open Space

City preserve with marked walking & biking trails, as well as scenic views of red-rock formations.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Garden of the Gods Trading Post

Quirky, adobe-style gallery & shop featuring regional art, specialty foods & Native American crafts.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

8 - 10 min

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Rainbow Falls

Low-key hiking trail featuring a graceful waterfall, swimming pools & picnic areas.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2

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$0

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$ 2

Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun

This mountainside tower/shrine dedicated to Will Rogers was built in 1937 & offers panoramic views.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

10 - 12 min

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North Cheyenne Cañon Park

Parkland cut out of ancient granite rock, with waterfalls, wildlife sightings & nature programming.

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 3

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$15

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$ 4

Quail Lake Park

Nature area centered around a lake, with fishing, volleyball, a playground & a 1-mile loop trail.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

19 - 23 min

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Helen Hunt Falls

Small waterfall on Cheyenne Creek, accessible from the parking lot, with a hiking trail beyond.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

25 - 30 min

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Manitou Cliff Dwellings

Recovered cliff structures dating to 1200 with museum of prehistoric Native American life on-site.

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$15

Day 4

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$13

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$ 2

ProRodeo Hall Of Fame & Museum of the American Cowboy

Museum with exhibits on rodeo history & cowboy greats, plus a gallery with Western art & an arena.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$13

6 - 8 min

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Ute Valley Park

Hiking & biking trails snake through this park that spans a hogback ridge & offers scenic views.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 5

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$0

Garden of the Gods

Comprising 1,300 acres of sandstone formations, this park offers a visitor center & hiking trails.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 6

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$19

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain

Well-known mountain popular for picturesque hikes & a steep highway drive with scenic views.

8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$19

Budget breakdown: $59 In total

Activities & Food:$47

Transport:$12