Foothills & Garden of the Gods Jeep Tour
2.5 to 3 hours total

Our most popular Jeep tour, this historic sight-seeing adventure is a great way to enjoy the Pikes Peak region! Our entertaining and informative cowboy guides take you through time along the foothills of Pikes Peak, highlighting scenery and some of Colorado Springs’ most famous historical sights. Attractions include North Cheyenne Canyon, Helen Hunt Falls, the Shortline Railroad and its 100-year-old tunnels, Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs, and the spectacular red rock park Garden of the Gods. In our open-air Jeeps, your photo opportunities are unobstructed. This tour is about 70% on paved roads and 30% on dirt and is a great overview of the area.

Pikes Peak or Bust Jeep Tour
Approximately 4 hours total

See all of America’s mountain. Offered in the morning to make the most of our time and take advantage of the best views and weather, this unique tour starts with an incredible journey to the summit of Pikes Peak. Your cowboy Jeep guide will make you feel right at ease – we’ll handle the driving, while you enjoy the scenery. Your guide will inform and entertain you throughout our excursion to the summit, where we will stop and soak in the extraordinary view that inspired Katharine Lee Bates to write "America The Beautiful." After spending some quality time at the top, we’ll climb back into our exciting open-air Jeep and descend via the famous Pikes Peak Highway. Nineteen miles of this historic Rocky Mountain road brings you back to Colorado Springs.

Jeep Old West High Country 4x4
Approximately 3 to 3.5 hours total

Our High Country Jeep Tour is the heart of Colorado Adventure! Enjoy the rugged beauty of the Colorado Rockies and take all the “calendar shot” photos you desire, on this extraordinary 4x4 Jeep tour on the back roads high above Colorado Springs. Since 1890, explorers have traversed the Pikes Peak region in search of gold and a better life. Your tour follows the historic Short Line Railroad bed that President Teddy Roosevelt once embarked upon proclaiming, “The scenery bankrupted the English language.” Our Forest Service permits allow us to go off-road, cross streams, and explore the tunnels and townsites of the Old West. Your entertaining cowboy Jeep guide will inform you about the rich history along the way and point out any wild turkeys, elk, moose, deer, cougars, bears, and alpine flowers that are sighted on the journey. Relax, take in the clean mountain air, and enjoy the splendor of the Rocky Mountains!

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Includes weather necessities, such as wool blankets and ponchos, bottled water, trail snacks, and the best cowboy Jeep guides in The West. All activities are subject to weather modification.

Prices starting at $88 for adults

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Full Day Option

• 5-6 hours
• Minimum age is dependent on water flows but usually 15 years old
• Departure time at 9:30 am from Canon City office (1 hr travel time)
• Lunch included

Royal Gorge whitewater rafting is the ultimate full day rafting adventure trip in Colorado. Huge waves, steep technical drops, and almost continuous whitewater rapids in a narrow canyon await you with rapids like Sledgehammer, Wallslammer, the Narrows, Boateater and the infamous Sunshine Falls. The Royal Gorge may demand so much attention you don’t even notice the world famous Royal Gorge Bridge 1053′ above the river. This exhilarating trip is recommended for rafters or adventurers in good physical shape who are ready for aggressive paddling. Our Royal Gorge whitewater rafting trips are our most popular advanced trips! If you are seeking lots of excitement, this trip is for you and your group. Lunch will be served at a stop on the river.

Half Day Option

• 3-4 hours
• Minimum age is 14-15 years old
• Departure times at 9:00am and 12:30pm from either Canon City office (1 hr travel time)

Royal Gorge whitewater rafting is the half-day ultimate rafting adventure trip in Colorado. Huge waves, steep technical drops, and almost continuous whitewater rapids in a narrow canyon await you with rapids like Sledgehammer, Wallslammer, the Narrows, Boateater and the infamous Sunshine Falls. The Royal Gorge may demand so much attention you don’t even notice the world famous Royal Gorge Bridge 1053′ above the river. This exhilarating trip is recommended for rafters or adventurers in good physical shape who are ready for aggressive paddling. Our Royal Gorge whitewater rafting trips are our most popular advanced trips!

Grand Slam Option

• 6-7 hours
• Minimum age is 15 years old
• Departure time at 9:00am from Canon City office (1 hr travel time)
• Lunch included
  

Twice the adventure! Combine running the 10 mile Royal Gorge section twice with lunch for the most action possible on the Arkansas River. This trip is for experienced rafters or adventure athletes with plenty of stamina wanting the ultimate whitewater experience. Be able to go home and tell your friends you did the Royal Gorge Grand Slam!

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• Class IV+ Whitewater
• High Adventure - good physical shape recommended, ability to swim is REQUIRED
• Check in time 45 minutes prior
• Transportation is NOT provided
• Prices starting at $84

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Open 365 days a year from 9am to 5pm. Last Admission is at 4pm (Not all animals will be out on exhibit until 5pm).

Tickets are NOT valid for holidays and special events, with the exception of Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. Pricing is based on the time of the year and day of the week. Military discounts are available ONLY through the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo at the ticket booth - valid military ID required.

75¢ of every Zoo admission goes directly to Quarters for Conservation to directly fund new and existing wildlife conservation programs in the region and around the globe.

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Transportation is not included; guests must arrange their own transportation. Please note, road construction is scheduled through April 19, Monday - Friday, as part of a project to widen the road. Temporary closures are possible due to permanent repairs addressing the catastrophic hail storm of 2018. For the most up-to-date information, visit cmzoo.org.

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Zipline with Custom 4x4 Transfer
Approximately 3 - 3.5 hours total

Due to safety restrictions, guests must be at least 6 years of age and weigh between 40 - 300 lbs. No pregnant guests. Guests who do not meet this requirement will not be allowed on the Zipline.

Experience the best adrenaline rush in the Pikes Peak region, and an exciting Jeep excursion along the Front Range of the Rockies, all in one unique adventure! Our custom-built 4x4 and cowboy guide will pick you up from your hotel, and provide the most scenic and entertaining route, featuring marvels such as North Cheyenne Canyon, Helen Hunt Falls, the Shortline Railroad, Old Colorado City, Manitou Springs, and Garden of the Gods.

Anticipation builds as we arrive at our natural-terrain Zipline course perched atop Gregory Gulch, high above historic Manitou Springs. Our beautiful, natural-terrain course features five ziplines, varying in length from 225 feet to 650 feet. AOW’s ziplines are fully licensed, insured, and inspected. Our course is a rustic cliff to cliff style, with no towers to climb, and includes a couple of short nature hikes between lines. You will indulge in the rush and the spectacular vistas while ziplining over this stunning alpine canyon. We are pleased to provide our guests with the ability to safely complete freestyle moves as they are zipping across! After 1.5 to 2 hours of Ziplining joy, we will hop back in the Jeeps for a scenic return to the resort.

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Includes weather necessities, such as wool blankets and ponchos, bottled water, trail snacks, and the best cowboy Jeep guides in The West. All activities are subject to weather modification.

Prices starting at $114.50

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Rapids & Ropes Course Combo at Bighorn Sheep Canyon

• 8-9 hours roundtrip
• Minimum age is 8 years old
• Departure time at 9:30am from Cotopaxi office (1.5 hr travel time)
• Lunch included

Combine a ½ day raft trip down the Bighorn Sheep Canyon, a riverside steak lunch and then a 2 aerial ropes course with 9 different difficulty levels. After lunch customers will need to drive 20 mins to Captain Zipline. Return travel time is just under 2 hours.

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• Check in time 45 minutes prior
• Lunch is included
• Transportation is NOT provided
• Prices starting at $149 for adults

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Bighorn Sheep Canyon

• 6-8 hours
• Minimum age is 8 years old
• Departure time at 9:30 am from Cotopaxi office (1.5 hr travel time)
• Lunch included

Combine a ½ day raft trip down the Bighorn Sheep Canyon, riverside steak lunch, and then 2-3 hour train ride through the Royal Gorge. Once you finish lunch, you will drive yourselves to the Royal Gorge Railroad Station (0.5hr) to catch the train. You will usually have extra time and can go checkout downtown Canon City prior to boarding.

Cottonwood Family Float

• 6-8 hours
• Minimum age is 4 years old
• Departure time at 10:00am from Cotopaxi office (1.5 hr travel time)
• Lunch included

Combine a 1/4 day raft trip down the Cottonwood Canyon, riverside steak lunch, and then 2-3 hour train ride through the Royal Gorge. Once you finish lunch, you will drive yourselves to the Royal Gorge Railroad Station (.5hr) to catch the train. You will usually have extra time and can go checkout downtown Canon City.

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• Check in time 45 minutes prior
• Lunch is included
• Transportation is NOT provided
• Prices starting at $114 for adults
  

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Sunrise Balloon Flight
Approximately 3 - 4 hours total, 1 hour in the air

Due to safety restrictions, guests must be at least 6 years of age. No pregnant guests. Guests who do not meet this requirement will not be allowed on the balloon.

Alpenglow is a breath-taking sight from our hot air balloons as we fly serenely in the wake of the Rocky Mountain Front Range at sunrise. From the Spanish Peaks to Longs Peak, this is where the deer and the antelope play. Each hour-long flight is a journey guided by the winds and the skill of your pilot. Enjoy spectacular views for 100 miles in all directions and take a moment to relax and relish in this unforgettable soaring experience!

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Includes personalized flight certificates, champagne breakfast following the flight, and the best pilot and crew in The West. All activities are subject to weather modification.

Prices starting at $275 for adults

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ATV Tour add-on

• Minimum age for ATV Operator is 16 or 18 for larger ORVs
• No age limit for passengers
• Departure time at 3:30 am at Play Dirty ATV Tours

Enjoy a morning rafting trip down the Arkansas River, then drive to Play Dirty ATV Tours for mountain trail riding on an ATV or Side by Side vehicle. Experience breathtaking views of the Sangre De Cristo Mountain range, ride up trails and switchbacks up to 8,300 feet above sea level and see peaks like Columbia, Humboldt that are 14,000 feet high! Plan on getting dirty and having a lot of fun.

If you choose a rafting trip from our Cotopaxi location you will have the option to stay for a hearty BBQ steak, chicken, or vegetarian lunch at our private riverside picnic area (Additional fees apply).

Please advise:

• Check in time 45 minutes prior
• Guests will need to drive to Play Dirty ATV Tours (7min from Cotopaxi or 20min from Canon City offices)
• Lunch is included at additional cost if rafting at Cotopaxi location
• Transportation is NOT provided
• Prices starting at $115 for adults

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Where to rent Mountain Bikes and Road Bikes:

Criterium Bicycles Team Telecycle Ted's Bicycles

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Red Rocks Open Space – Variety of terrain on gravel, sand, hard-packed dirt, and rocks

Best For: Spectacular Views

Local's Tips: The Roundup Trail offers a variety of terrain and technical challenges as it traverses across the top of the park. The Cordell Trail takes you up onto the backbone of one of the ridges and offers great views of the city.

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Captain Jack's Downhill & The Chutes – Two separate trails linked together in a wide, fast track

Best For: Downhill Fun

Local's Tip: For a good workout (and one long downhill back to the car) park in Stratton Open Space, ride up The Chutes, up Gold Camp Road, then ride the short but steep High Drive up to the trailhead of Captain Jack's. You'll then be in for nothing but sweet downhill, all the way back to the car!

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Palmer Park – 730-acre park with a variety of terrain for all levels and each trail marked for ease

Best For: Working on Your Technical Skills

Local's Tip: Although the main trails are well marked with posts, the park has many secondary trails that criss-cross everywhere and are not clearly identified. It's easy to get turned around, so either bring a map, or a local with you!

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Cheyenne Mountain State Park – Over 20 miles of wide trails over 2,700-acres. Entry fee required, no dogs allowed on trails

Best For: Beginners

Local's Tip: The trails near the bottom of the park (down in the valley) and on the North side are the easiest. Beginners should try Sundance, Bobcat Way or Soaring Kestral. More advanced riders will enjoy the climbs that the Talon trails offer. If you want to practice your technical skills, the rocky Boulder Run and Cougar's Shadow trails will give you plenty of practice. 

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The Falcon Loop at the Air Force Academy – 12 mile loop trail with good climbs, technical spots, fast flowly downhill, and beautiful views

Best For: Variety of Terrain & Flow

Local's Tip: The part of the Air Force Academy grounds that the Falcon Trail is located on is not always open to the public. If you do not have an active military ID, then it is recommended you call ahead to check the status of the trail and whether the public is currently allowed access.

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Ute Valley Park – Great combo of fast trails and technical sections, with lots of rock riding

Best For: Experiencing A "Little Moab"

Local's Tip: Ute Valley Park's main parking lot off of Vindicator Drive gets full fast on the weekends. If there are no spaces when you arrive, parking is available in the elementary school lot right down the road (when school is out only).

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The Midland & Pikes Peak Greenway Trails – Wide, paved thoroughfares with virtually no climbing – great for families!

Best For: Taking The Whole Family For A Ride

Local's Tip: If you ride these trails all the way up to the North side of Colorado Springs, they will eventually become dirt roads, but they are still very rideable and well maintained. 

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The Columbine Trail & Buckhorn Trail – Two trails with serious elevation gain and a few sections as hike-a-bike for all except the most experienced riders

Best For: A Great Workout

Local's Tip: Once you reach the top of Buckhorn, continue down the trail until it hits a dirt road. Directly across the dirt road is the trailhead to Captain Jack's Downhill - this offers some flowy and fast singletrack. If you want to reward yourself for all that climbing, take Captain Jack's down before heading back to the car! 

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Pikes Peak Highway – 19 mile road with the greatest base-to-summit elevation gain in the state – 7,400 ft. Fully paved with more than 150 turns to the 14,115 ft. summit. Children under 18 must be escorted by parent or guardian. Admission fees apply – or use a Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain pass.

Best For: Preparing For The Tour de France

Local's Tip: There is no parking near the tollgate so any cyclists planning to drive to the highway and then bike to the summit are encouraged to park at the Crystal Reservoir Visitors Center parking lot or above. The ride from Crystal Reservoir is shorter with significantly less elevation gain - 12.5 miles with 4,880 feet in elevation gain - and is a good option for cyclists who aren't quite sure if they can handle the full 19 mile route. 

Weather changes incredibly fast on the mountain, and often the summit is 20-30 degrees colder than the base. Bring layers, plenty of water and a good calorie source.

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North Cheyenne Canyon – 3 miles from the resort – you can ride from your guest room! 3.2 mile climb up the canyon at a 7.3% grade

Best For: Perfecting Your Climbing Skills

Local's Tip: The two-lane road up the canyon can get very narrow in some spots and the shoulder is sometimes nonexistent. If you don't feel comfortable, then don't do it - however, locals are so accustomed to the plethora of road bikers (and mountain bikers) riding the road that they know to drive cautiously. 

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Highway 67 & Highway 81 in Cripple Creek & Victor – 23 mile loop at high altitude (just below 10,000 ft.) with good road conditions and a spectacular view – best area for a fall ride

Best For: A Scenic Loop

Local's Tips: Need a quick pick-me-up during or after your ride? Stop in the small mining town of Victor and visit the Gold Camp Bakery off of 3rd street. This small family-run shop will satisfy any sweet tooth with authentic German pastries, cakes, cookies and breads along with good, freshly brewed coffee. 

Academy Riding Stables

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Old Stage Riding Stables

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