8 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.

Explore Colorado Springs' surroundings by going to Vindicator Valley Trail (in Victor), Cripple Creek (The Brass Ass Casino, Mollie Kathleen Gold Mine, &more) and Cañon City (Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, River Rafting & Tubing, &more). The adventure continues: walk around Garden of the Gods, take in the dramatic scenery at The Broadmoor Seven Falls, get in on the family fun at Cave of the Winds Mountain Park, and gain insight at United States Air Force Academy.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Colorado Springs vacation planner.

Expect a daytime high around 83°F in August, and nighttime lows around 56°F.