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!

Please note:
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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Garden of the Gods Park - #1 rated park in Colorado Springs by TripAdvisor with paved and gravel trails through magnificent red rock formations. Free admission & handicap accessible.

Best For: Spectacular Views

Local's Tip: This park can get busy, especially during the summer months. Get up early if you want to enjoy the park without the crowds. Besides, a sunrise viewed from Garden of the Gods Park is simply breathtaking. 

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Cheyenne Mountain State Park – Located 4 miles south of the resort on 2,700 acres, it has over 20 miles of hiking and biking, on-site restrooms, picnics areas, and a playground. Entrance fee; dogs not allowed on trails.

Best For: Family Friendly Trails

Local's Tip: The Sundance Trail is an easy 3.25 mile loop that leaves from the Limekiln Trailhead Parking Lot, which has parking, restrooms, picnic tables and a playground. 

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North Cheyenne Canyon – Located 4 miles west of the resort with a variety of trails – popular among road and mountain bikers and features Helen Hunt Falls. Free admission.

Best For: Hiking Where The Locals Go

Local's Tips:

• To see the waterfalls, take the Silver Cascade Trail which offers a short hike through the forest and follows a stream.
• To catch a glimpse of Seven Falls, take the Cutler Trail.
• To walk through the old mining tunnels, hike down the dirt road at the top of the Canyon - Gold Camp Road. 

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Manitou Incline Trail – The ultimate workout with a 2,000 ft. vertical gain in less than 1 mile. Free Admission, but parking close to the trailhead can be pricey.

Best For: Working Up A Sweat

Local's Tips: 

• Park in one of the free parking lots outside of downtown Manitou Springs and then take their free shuttle up to the trailhead.
• Bring lots of water.
• For those who want a more mellow descent, take the 4 mile long Barr Trail back down to the bottom - it'll drop you off in the same place that you started. The Barr Trail is not well marked at the top of the Incline, so just ask one of the locals where it starts. 

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Bear Creek Regional Park – 575 acres, including a garden, pavilion, playground, tennis courts, archery range, horseshoe pit, volleyball court, miles of gravel hiking trails, and one of the state’s best dog parks.

Best For: Bringing The Dog Along

Local's Tip: The entrance to Bear Creek's 25-acre off-leash dog park is located off of Cresta Road. This dog park provides great amenities such as a creek, a small-dog fenced area, agility course, and restrooms. 

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The Barr Trail – 7,900 ft. of vertical gain over 12-miles, from Manitou Springs to the 14,115 ft. summit of Pikes Peak.

Best For: Summiting a '14er

Local's Tips:

• The whole trail is really only accessible during the summer months, when most of the snow has melted at the top. Even though it may be warm at the base, bring layers! The summit is often 20-30 degrees cooler than the bottom. 
• As with summiting any mountain, you'll want to get an early start - thunderstorms start to roll in during the mid-afternoon and you'll want to be off the top of the mountain by then. 
• Bring lots of water, plenty of calorie-dense foods, and know your limits.

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The Paint Mines Interpretive Park – 30 miles east of Colorado Springs, featuring chasms, spires, hoodoos, and sculpted walls carved out of brightly colored clay deposits – layers of snowy white, golden yellow, rose pink and purplish mauve. Native Americans used the deposits for paints and pottery, and settlers later mined the clay to make bricks.

Best For: Discovering A Well Kept Secret

Local's Tip: Make sure you have good directions because you cannot see the park very well from the road - the rock formations are sunk down into the hillside out on the prairie. You can't even see the rock formations from the park's parking lot!

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The Vindicator Trail – 2 mile loop just outside of historic mining towns Cripple Creek and Victor, a 45-minute drive west of Colorado Springs.

Best For: Learning Some History

Local's Tip: Cripple Creek and its surrounding area make for an excellent day trip from Colorado Springs. This is one of the best places to view our golden aspen trees during the Fall season too!

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Red Rocks Open Space – Located just south of the Garden of the Gods across Highway 24, featuring a variety of trails along canyons and ridges of red rock with a great view of the city and Garden of the Gods. Many trails connect to other hiking areas, and there are 2 off-leash dog loops and a free-ride bike park.

Best For: Red Rock Formations Without the Crowds

Local's Tip: The Quarry Pass Trail and Cordell Trail get you up onto the rocks and hillsides and offer some of the best views of the park. 

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CityROCK

(indoor climbing gym and guided rock climbing)

Front Range Climbing Company

(guided rock climbing)

Pure Bouldering Gym

(indoor climbing gym)