Sights

Attractions in Colorado Springs:

Cave Of The Winds
U.S. Hwy. 24, Manitou Springs
719-685-5444

Two different tours available in the 2,000 centuries old wonder. "The Discovery Tour" lasts just 40 minutes on well lighted easy trails. "The Wild Tour" for the more adventurous is offered 4 times daily throughout the summer and by reservation the rest of the year. Bring your flashlight, wear old clothes and have an adventure. Call for times.

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Exit 138 off I25 & follow signs
719-475-9555

Over 500 wild, wonderful animals make their homes on the slopes of Cheyenne mountain. It is the only mountain Zoo in the United States. You will enjoy the breathtaking view from the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun. Open daily.

Flying W Chuck Wagon Supper & Western Stage Show
3330 Chuckwagon Rd., Colorado Springs
719-598-4000

Just north of the Garden of the Gods, the Flying W features an old western town in a magnificent setting. Winter Steak House, features a sit down dinner with Western entertainment. Flame grilled steak and trout, BBQ beef brisket, chicken or pork ribs. Summer Chuckwagon dinners start May 28, call for times and prices.

Garden Of The Gods Park
1805 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs
719-634-6666

This 1,300 plus acre park with unique red-sandstone formations at the base of Pikes Peak, offers hiking trails and a visitor center with multimedia show and interactive exhibits, shops and food. Admission is FREE.

Ghost Town Museum
400 S.21St. @ Hwy.24 (W.of I25)
719- 634-0696

Journey back in time to an Old West town of the 1800's complete with fully stocked general store, saloon and victorian home. Enjoy a theater pres- entation of the boom to bust gold mining period. The Museum Trading Company offers a huge variety of western gifts and collectables. Self guided tours, M-S 10:am-5:pm, Sun noon-5:pm.

Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Manitou Springs, CO
719- 685-5242

Relive the Cliff Dwelling Indians era from approximately 1100 to 1300 A.D. The museum has been open to the public since 1907. Explore the dwellings on self guided tour.

North Pole/Santa's Workshop
U.S. Hwy. 24, Manitou Springs
719-684-9432

The spirit of Christmas lives here every day. Christmas Carols fill the air and elves and story book characters are busy throughout the village. Have your mail post marked with the official North Pole, Colorado. Mid May - Christmas.

Pikes Peak Cog Railway
Pikes Peak, Manitou Springs
719-685-5401

A railway trip you will never forget. The highest railroad in the U.S. the Cog Railway is nine miles long, starting at 6,571 ft. above sea level and climbs to 14,110 ft . You will see a panorama of breath taking scenery with views up to 100 miles away. Despite the rugged climb, the Pikes Peak Cog Railway has a perfect safety record for more than a century. Reservations always necessary.

Pikes Peak Highway
Pikes Peak, Manitou Springs

Katherine Lee Bates wrote the words to "America The Beautiful" after visiting the summit in 1893. Drive the 19 mile, worlds highest toll road in the comfort of your own automobile. The historic Glenn Cove Inn offers refreshments halfway up and the Summit House has a restaurant and shop.

Seven Falls
2850 S. Cheyenne Canyon Rd.
719-632-0765

Called the Grandest Mile of Scenery in Colorado the haunting beauty of Seven Falls & Cheyenne Canon boasts amazing rock formations and wild life abound. An express elevator whisks you 130 ft. through the mountain to the top or climb stairs.

United States Air Force Academy
Exit 156B on Interstate 25 No., Colorado Springs
719-333-USAF

See the beautiful Cadet Chapel, The Planetarium and the USAFA Visitor Center, with informative exhibits on cadet life, plus a theater. You may drive through the grounds on a self guided tour. All attractions are free.The chapel is open Monday through Saturday 9:AM to 5:PM.

Van Briggle Art Pottery
600 South 21St., Colorado Springs
719-633-4080

One of the oldest active art potteries remaining in the U.S. You will learn about the studios long history and see various steps in the process of producing these beautiful pieces. Open for tours every day except Sunday, year round.

Western Museum of Mining and Industry
125 North Gate Rd., Colorado Springs
719-488-0880

Discover the rich history of mining in the American West. See antique mining equepment actually operating. Panning and other hands-on activities will delight visitors of all ages. Call for hours and admission.

World Figure Skating Museum/Hall of Fame
20 First Street, Colorado Springs
719-635-5200

The only institution of it's kind in the world, devoted exclusively to the preservation of the history of figure skating. Travel back 1200 years in the Skate Gallery, from the development of the skate from early carved bones to the shining steel blades of today. Call for times.

Attractions in Denver:

City Park (Denver)
17th. Ave. & Colorado Blvd., Denver

78 acres of park encompass the Zoo, the Museum of Natural History, the IMAX theater, historic monuments, 2 lakes, picnic areas and playgrounds. City Park is the crown jewel of the 210 parks in Denver Parks Division which includes 23 mountain parks in 3 counties.

Colorado State Capitol
Broadway at Colfax, Denver
303-866-2604

The capitol features a gold plated dome, many beautiful appointments, plus a panoramic view of Denver and the Rocky Mountains. Climb the steps to a point exactly 1 mile above sea level.

Denver Performing Arts Complex (PLEX)
950 13th Street Denver
800-641-1222

The largest performing arts center in the world in terms of the number of performing spaces and the variety of activities taking place. The PLEX consists of 4 square blocks of theatre space. With 10,800 seats in 9 performance venues, it ranks 2nd in seating capacity to N.Y. Lincoln Center.

Denver Zoo East
23rd Ave. (Denver City Park)
303-331-4100

Explore Colorado's wildest attraction! Excite and amaze the whole family with more than 3,500 animals representing nearly 650 species from North & South America, Africa, Asia and Australia. A unique education and recreational experience. Open every day.

Hudson Gardens
6303 Santa Fe Dr., Littleton
303-979-8565

A peaceful haven of tranquility with not only a rose garden, but a Conifer Grove with mature pines, a wetland teeming with waterfowl, surrounding a water garden in riots of color, plus 13 other beautiful gardens. Call for time.

Larimer Square
1400 block of Larimer Street, Denver

Gas lamps illuminating and horse drawn carriage passing Victorian building are a part of Denver's oldest retail district. Specialty shops, restaurants and night clubs now fill the renovated buildings.

Lower Downtown District (LoDo)
161617th Street Denver

Restaurants, art galleries, jazz and dance clubs, antique shops and loft housing in turn of the century buildings, make up lower downtown Denver.

Molly Brown House
1340 Pennsylvania Denver
303-832-4092

The home of The Unsinkable Molly Brown has been restored to its' original Victorian splendor. Guides in period costumes relate stories of the life and legend of the heroine of the Titanic and the subject of several movies. Call for times.

Mother Cabrini Shrine
20189 Cabrini Blvd., Golden
303-526-0758

The Shrine established by St. Francis Xavier Cabrini is a place of prayer and pilgrimage. Daily mass offered. Call for times.

Six Flags' Elitch Gardens
Downtown Denver, I 25 & Speer Blvd.
303-595-4FUN or www.sixflags.com

Theme park with plenty of fun and excitement. Great family entertainment

United States Mint
320 West Colfax, Denver
303-405-4791

Free guided tours of the production of more than 5 billion coins a year. Exhibits include Money, Trade and Treasures, a look at historic coins, money and trade. Call for times.

Attractions - State Wide:

Pueblo

Outstanding historical and recreational opportunities. Lake Pueblo State Park has 60 miles of shoreline. A 35 mile river trail system stretches from the lake to the northeastern fringe of the city. City Park features the Zoo and a vintage hand carved carousel. Union Ave. Historic District is restored in great part and features some of Colorado's finest cafes and pubs. Many specialty shops plus the the grand old Pueblo Union Depot. The Historic Arkansas Riverwalk Project is a beautiful addition to the city. The El Pueblo Museum has traditional exhibits as well as an opportunity to witness an actual archaeological dig. Pueblo is also home to the Colorado State Fair. 719-542-1704 or 800-233-3446.

Royal Gorge Bridge
8 miles West of Canon City U.S. Highway. 50

One of America's most spectacular attractions, the world's highest suspension bridge. It spans the Arkansas River at a height of 1,053 feet. The 360 acre park surrounding the Royal Gorge offer many scenic overlooks.You may also ride an aerial tramway across the chasm or take a ride down the canyon in the worlds steepest incline railway. Chaffee County Bisected North/South by Hwy.285 The Sawatch range features more 14,000 ft. Mountain peaks than any other mountain range in the continental US. Buena Vista & Salida are Colorado's river rafting capitol, great fishing & mountain biking are also available.

Clear Creek County
Interstate 70 West Idaho Springs'

Hot Mineral Springs, Argo Gold Mill, Silver Plume's George Rowe Museum, Georgetown's Victorian buildings & Georgetown Loop Railroad , unique shops, galleries and Wildlife Viewing near Georgetown Lake. Empire's oldest operating hotel & restaurant in Colorado. Central City's Opera House and the Casinos of Central City and Black Hawk.

Eagle County
Interstate 70 West

World class resorts of Vail and Beaver Creek sit amid mountain splendor of a once sheep ranching meadow. Beautiful the year around, spectacular winter sport areas. Also see the old mining towns of Minturn and Red Cliff. Don't miss the Colorado Ski Museum / Ski Hall of Fame housed in the Vail Village Transportation Center.

Garfield County
Interstate 70 West

The Spectacular drive thru Glenwood Canyon into Beautiful Glenwood Spring. The natural steam room of the Yampah Vapor Caves and the world's largest natural hot springs pool. Rifle Gap state recreation area, Rifle Falls, the Roaring Fork and Colorado Rivers make this a trout fishing and outdoor haven. Ski Sunlight, plus cross country skiing, dog sledding and states longest snowmobile trail, 150 mile Sunlight to Powderhorn Trail.

Gilpin County
Hwy 6 from Golden, Hwy. 72 (Peak to Peak Scenic & Historic Byway) bisects the county, Central City Parkway, exit 243, Interstate 70, www.gilpinhistory.org

Gilpin County led the world in gold production during its "fabulous heydays," and was called "The Little Kingdom of Gilpin The historic towns of Central City, Black Hawk and Rollinsville make up this beautiful area. Limited stakes gambling have brought new life to the area The new Central City Parkway is a marvel of .engineering, with beautiful views.

Grand County
Western Gateway to Rocky Mountain Ntl. Park
800-729-5821

Grand Lake (the largest natural lake in Colorado), Lake Granby, Shadow Mountain Lake. The western resort town of Grand Lake, Snow mobiling Capitol of Colorado plus great cross country skiing. Winter Park, Mary Jane and Silver Creek ski areas, also 6 designated wilderness areas. You may also visit the Grand Lake Area Chamber of commerce website for more information at www.grandlakechamber.com.

Gunnison & Montrose Counties
Western Slope, bisected Hwy.50
800-323-2453

Fisherman's paradise with 2,000 miles of streams. The Curecanti Ntl. Rec. Area, near the town of Gunnison, features 3 connecting reservoirs, Blue Mesa (Colo. largest), Morrow Point & Crystal Reservoirs. The Black Canyon of the Gunnison, America's newest National Park , near the town of Montrose is often referred to as Colorado's Grand Canyon. Crested Butte Ski Resort is in Gunnison County.

Hinsdale County
Highway 149, So. of Gunnison
800-569-1874

Approximately 97% of Hinsdale County is public land, open to fishing, hiking, backpacking and hunting. Lake City is the only town and it is a paradise for nature lovers. Most of the town is designated Historic. Some of Colorado's most spectacular scenery is in this sparsely populated area as well as an abundance of wildlife.

Lake County
Highway 24
800-933-3901

The Historic Mining District surrounding Victorian Leadville with its National Mining Hall of Fame & Museum, Healy House, Dexter Cabin Museum and Southern Scenic Train. Leadville the highest incorporated town above sea level in the U.S., plus ColoradoÌs highest peak are in Lake County.

La Plata County
Highway 160 West

Ski Purgatory, visit the historic towns of Durango and Silverton, take a ride on the famous Durango to Silverton Narrow Gauge Train. Spend a relaxing time at Trimble hot springs in the beautiful Animas Valley.

Larimer County
I H 25 between Denver & Wyoming

Fort Collins, home of Colorado State University, also boasts "Lincoln Center" with theaters, library & an art gallery. Estes Park, the Eastern Gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, is a favorite vacation spot with many cultural as well as outdoor activities. National Forest & Wilderness Areas cover more than half the county. Monument and the Ute Mtn. Tribal Park, combine to make an archeological wonderland of history and beauty.

Moffat County
Hwy. 40 West

Three million acres of public land plus the town of Craig and the very interesting and educational Dinosaur National Monument.

Mesa County
Interstate 70 West
800-962-2547

The worlds largest flat top mountain is Grand Mesa, the 63 mile Grand Mesa Scenic & Historic Byway was recently named one of 10 National Scenic Byways. There are 220 stream fed lakes and lush forest on the Mesa, rising 10,000 feet above the Grand Valley. The valley is abundant with orchards and vineyards, a recognized focal point of Colorado's rapidly growing wine industry. The town of Grand Junction with its Museum of Western Colorado's Dinosaur Valley, sits in the Grand Valley. Fruita is 1 of the 10 best fat tire biking towns in the U.S.

Montezuma
County Highway 160 West
800-253-1616

Set between the mountains and the desert.The 125,000 acre Mesa Verde National Park began operation in 1972 featuring many archeological sites, mainly Anasazi sites. Hovenweep National Otero County U.S.Hwy.50 East of Pueblo The Comanche National Grassland and the historic 1846 fur trading fort, Bent's Old Fort at La Junta are two outstanding features of this area.

Ouray County
U.S. Hwy. 550 80 miles North of Durango

Ouray is located in the heart of some of the most spectacular scenery and recreational opportunities in the nation. Hwy. 550 is called the most scenic 70 miles in Colorado. The abundance of water falls and beautiful scenery make for some of the greatest 4 wheeling anywhere. Ice climbers from across the country come to test the falls in the winter. Ridgeway Reservoir offers boating & fishing. Adjoining counties of San Jaun & San Miguel, with Telluride, worldclass skiing and wonderful old Western town and the historic town of Silverton, round out this most beautiful area.

Park County
Hwy.285

The South Park City Museum in Fairplay with 32 original buildings and 60,000 Artifacts is Colorado's most authentic collection of 19th. century mining history. There are ten miles of Gold Metal fishing streams and three reservoirs in Park County.

Pitkin County
U.S.82

Breathtaking Independence Pass (summer only), the Maroon Bells, Roaring Fork and Crystal Rivers. World class shopping and all winter sports in Aspen, Snowmass, and surrounding areas. The famous Film, Dance and Music Festivals in Aspen make summer a special time. Also see the Redstone Castle & the village of Marble. When ski season is over there are the Yampa River Trail and a tennis center. Until the 1800's, the Ute Indians spent summers here, drawn by the hot mineral springs, water, fish and game. Rocky Mountain National Park Entrances from Estes Park or GrandLake By far the most popular sightseeing in Colorado. Four hundred and fifteen square miles of breath taking beauty, 90% of which is designated wilderness. Limited winter access.

Routt County
U.S.40

A scenic drive on US 40 takes you along Muddy river, across the Continental Divide at Rabbit Ears Pass, through western ranching area into Steamboat Springs. This world class resort is also a lovely town with an authentic Western Heritage.

Weld County
Highway 85 North of Denver

Stark contrast to winding Mountain roads are the Pawnee National Grasslands & Pawnee Buttes flattopped hills rising abruptly from the prairie north of Greeley.

Summit County
Interstate 70 West

See the Victorian town of Breckenridge & ski the slopes of the Summit, Breckenridge, Copper Mountain, Keystone, Arapahoe and Loveland Basins. Breath taking scenery, hiking, biking, river rafting and snowmobiling. Arts and music events all summer long. See a special blend of history and family style amenities, fine shopping and a full slate of outdoor activities.

Teller County
Highway 24
719-687-6277

History of Colorado's Gold rush abound in Cripple Creek and Victor. Enjoy the Casinos of Cripple Creek. Tour the area by steam locomotive aboard the Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad. Many out door activities available in the 125,000 acres of Pike Natl. Forest and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument.