- The list below includes 73 free or cheap things to do in or near Colorado Springs, Colorado, including 48 different types of inexpensive activities like Arcades, Movie Theaters, Visitor Centers and Horseback Riding.
- From Pikes Peak to Pikes Peak Hwy, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Colorado Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Manitou Springs, Woodland Park and Cripple Creek.
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Ska stalwarts behind “Sell Out” and “Beer” bring big horns and shaking pompadours to a career-spanning set; fest includes craft-beer tasting
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A part of the Rocky Mountain range, Pikes Peak is the second highest mountain in Colorado whose peak can be accessed via a train, a scenic drive or a number of hiking trails.
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The Pikes Peak Highway is a toll road which leads to the summit of Pikes Peak and makes up for a scenic drive with sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.
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Red Rock Canyon Open Space is a local park which contains a variety of rock formations including parallel ridges and eroded canyons which can be explored through the numerous hiking trails present here. The park also contains old industrial sites such as quarries and gravel pits.
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Palmer Park has a dog park, a baseball field, a softball field, a football field that converts into a soccer field, three volleyball courts, a playground, and horse stables. The park is popular with picnickers.
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Bear Creek Dog Park offers dogs and their owners a rural and rugged environment. Dogs can enjoy playing in the local creek, running the natural trails and showing their skills on the parks agility course.
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5069 Pikes Peak Highway, Colorado Springs, CO 80944
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Pikes Peak-America's Mountain is a 14,115 foot tall mountain with a 19 mile long highway leading to the peak. Those interested in scenic views of alpine timberline and mountain reservoirs may enjoy a trip up Pikes Peak.
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3440 North Cheyenne Canyon Road, Colorado Springs, CO
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Helen Hunt Falls is located within the North Cheyenne Canon Park. In addition to the waterfalls themselves, there is a visitor center that serves as an introduction to the natural features of the region through interactive displays and interpretive exhibits.
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Monument Valley Park is a park featuring a unique arboretum displaying Colorado tree and shrub species. The park is populated by gardens, pathways, ponds, a tennis court, a swimming pool, and several playgrounds.
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2850 South Cheyenne Canyon Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
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Known as the 'Grandest Mile of Scenery in Colorado', Seven Falls is a series of seven waterfalls located in South Cheyenne Canyon. On either side of the box canyon are the Pillars of Hercules which are narrow steep cliffs. Visitors can enjoy hiking and the computerized night light show here.
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14 East Cache La Poudre St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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A lovely locale with fascinating views, Colorado College is a private institution in the Colorado Springs community. Throughout the year, this campus plays host to special events such as outdoor festivals and musical concerts.