Top 5 Favorite Places Near Colorado Springs

Top 5️⃣ favorite places to check out near Colorado Springs⁠ ⁠ If you didn't already know, Steve and I are Colorado Natives and have spent a ton of time over the past few years exploring around CO Springs because that is where our home park is located. ⁠ ⁠ 👉Here are our favorite places to explore:⁠ 💠 Garden of the Gods - known for the red rocks and formations that seem to pop up out of nowhere. There is amble hiking and is a great place to bring the family⁠ 💠 Manitou Springs - home of the Manitou Cliff Dwellings and on Main Street there is an entire block dedicated to old school arcade games⁠ 💠 Pikes Peak - you can drive, bike, or hike to the top of the 14,115 foot Peak, and the views are spectacular!⁠ 💠United States Air Force Academy - walk the campus, see the cadets line up for meals, and explore the beautiful Cadet Chapel ⁠ 💠Glen Eyrie Castle - grab tea and walk the grounds, take the castle tour, or sneak away for a couples retreat. ⁠ ⁠ ✔️If you have one that's not on the list, mention it below. ⁠ ✔️ Also, if you have been to these locations, what was your favorite?⁠ ⁠ Follow us for more top favorites from around the US, @exploringoutsidethe303⁠ ⁠