Quick Summary:

  • Where is Colorado Springs located?
    • Colorado Springs is the biggest city in Colorado, located in the eastern part of the state along Fountain Creek, just sixty miles from the capital, Denver.
  • What makes Colorado Springs a great travel destination?
    • Visitors to Colorado Springs will have a diverse choice of day trip options, offering plenty of opportunities to explore the surrounding area.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Arkansas River ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Arkansas River | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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2. Bishop Castle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Bishop Castle | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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3. Boulder

Boulder | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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4. Cripple Creek

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Cripple Creek | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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5. Eldorado Canyon State Park

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Eldorado Canyon State Park | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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6. Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument

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Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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7. Garden of the Gods

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Garden of the Gods | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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8. Georgetown

Georgetown | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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9. Idaho Springs

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Idaho Springs | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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10. Indian Peaks Wilderness Area

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Indian Peaks Wilderness Area | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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11. Lake Pueblo

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Lake Pueblo | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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12. Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway

Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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13. Lost Creek Wilderness

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Lost Creek Wilderness | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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14. Manitou Springs

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Manitou Springs | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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15. Nederland

Nederland | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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16. Paint Mines Interpretive Park

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Paint Mines Interpretive Park | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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17. Phantom Canyon Road

Phantom Canyon Road | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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18. Pikes Peak Highway

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Pikes Peak Highway | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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19. Rampart Range Road

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Rampart Range Road | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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20. RiNo District

RiNo District | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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21. Seven Falls

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Seven Falls | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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22. The Broadmoor

The Broadmoor | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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23. The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center

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The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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24. Woodland Park

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Woodland Park | Day Trips from Colorado Springs: Mountains, Towns & Outdoor Fun
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Summary & FAQ Arkansas River Bishop Castle Boulder Cripple Creek Eldorado Canyon State Park Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument Garden of the Gods Georgetown Idaho Springs Indian Peaks Wilderness Area Lake Pueblo Lariat Loop National Scenic Byway Lost Creek Wilderness Manitou Springs Nederland Paint Mines Interpretive Park Phantom Canyon Road Pikes Peak Highway Rampart Range Road RiNo District Seven Falls The Broadmoor The Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center Woodland Park

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