5 days in Colorado Springs Itinerary

Stunning Garden of the Gods Park scenery, blue skies and the glory of Pikes Peak-America’s Mountain have attracted visitors to Colorado Springs for more than a century.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Colorado Springs: Cañon City (River Rafting & Tubing & Skyline Drive) and Victor's Gold Camp Ag & Mining Museum (in Victor). Pack the 1st (Wed) with family-friendly diversions at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. There's much more to do: stroll around Garden of the Gods, get in on the family fun at North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop, get a taste of the local shopping with Manitou Cliff Dwellings, and take a memorable drive along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain.

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In August, plan for daily highs up to 83°F, and evening lows to 56°F.