1. Rent ATVs/UTVs from Rocky Mountain Rentals
Obviously, we wanted to make the list! For those of you wanting to really explore the area, rent some ATVs. Renting from Rocky Mountain Rentals is affordable, easy, and fun. Simply fill out the contact form with a few details and confirm your reservation. Pick up your rentals at the specified location, date, and time-and hit the trails! Bring your own trailer to haul them or add a trailer to your rental order. We try to make the experience as convenient and fun for you. With so many trails in the Colorado Springs area, it is hard to choose. Here is a list of a few:
For a full list of Colorado OHV trails, look here.
2. Garden of the Gods
No list is complete without mentioning one of the most stunning parks Colorado has to offer, “Garden of the Gods”. Take a tour, walk yourself, or book one of the many activities that are offered daily at this Natural Wonder Park. The Park offers rock climbing, segway tours, biking tours, has hiking trails and kid- friendly activities that are geared toward science and hands-on fun. Check their events page to see what is coming up!
3. Ivywild School-Bristol Brewing Company
One of the most unique and nostalgic venues you’ll ever go to. Ivywild School is a community marketplace that is perfect to stop for a lunch outing. With food, shops and a brewery tasting room all tucked neatly within a 1916 elementary school. Bristol Brewing Company , serves award-winning beer on tap that you need to try! Do all of this while you wander the hallways of this school that only closed 15 years ago. You won’t find these beers outside of Colorado either, so it makes it a must-do. Here’s a word about their approach from their website:
“It is by design that Bristol’s award-winning beers remain available only in Colorado. We believe in local breweries and in their ability to build community. We enjoy being able to focus on serving the people who live, work, and play side by side with us in our home state. Supporting our community is simply part of our DNA. In fact, our Benefit Beers program alone generates hundreds of thousands of dollars for worthy causes within our community annually.”
4. Woods Course Zipline Tour in Seven Falls
For the thrill-seekers, you might want to book the Zipline Tour in Seven Falls. Able to accommodate up to 8 person parties, this activity reaches heights of 150 feet and offers spectacular views of Seven Falls Canyon. Put on by Broadmoor Outfitters, be sure to book well in advance because of its popularity. No experience is required, which makes it a great activity for the whole family.
5. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Nestled into Cheyenne Mountain, this zoo is the highest in America at over 6,700 feet above sea level! With over 750 animals to see, it was ranked the #3 best zoo in the nation by USA Today. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a great place for adults and children to see protected species and interact by handfeeding some amazing animals like the giraffe. All of these amazing animals can be viewed while taking in panoramic scenes from the mountains surrounding the park itself. This truly is a unique zoo, and an opportunity to support a wildlife organization while taking in the sights.
Of course, there is much more to do in Colorado Springs than just these 5 things. Colorado Springs is a place to explore Colorado, and deep dive into nature taking less travelled paths that would otherwise be overlooked in modern society. With so much to offer, make Colorado Springs a destination in your vacation plans. If Rocky Mountain Rentals can be a part of those plans, we would be so grateful!