- The list below includes 85 free or cheap things to do in or near Cripple Creek, Colorado, including 49 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Scenic Drives, Mountains and Recreation Centers.
- From Shelf Road to Pikes Peak Heritage Center at Cripple Creek, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Cripple Creek and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Colorado Springs, Canon City, Manitou Springs and Woodland Park.
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21.6 Miles
201 North 1st St, Canon City, CO 81212
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The Museum of Colorado Prisons offers a variety of exhibits for those seeking to learn about the history of incarceration in Colorado, including the hangman's noose from the last execution by hanging in the state. The museum offers MP3 audio tours of its 32 jail cells.
22.1 Miles
Near Canon City is the Tunnel Drive trail which runs for four miles both out and back along with an elevation gain of just over 900 feet. Dogs and horses can also use the trail when accompanied by their owners.
22.8 Miles
A variety of outdoor activities can be enjoyed at Temple Canyon Park. Hiking trails provide for scenic, nature walks, while picnic tables and benches offer a place to relax or enjoy a sack lunch.
23.9 Miles
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.
24.1 Miles
Well-known species of many large dinosaurs have been unearthed at the Garden Park Fossil Area for the last 120 years. In addition to a recreation site with a picnic area and exhibits, there is a self-guided interpretive trail through the park.
25.1 Miles
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755 Aviation Way, Colorado Springs, CO
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The National Museum of World War II Aviation provides an opportunity to learn about the importance of American aviation and the sacrifices the nation's veterans made during the conflict. All tours at this working museum are led by a docent.
25.7 Miles
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376 votes
8685 Explorer Dr., Colorado Springs, CO 80920
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An indoor amusement facility, the Focus on the Family Welcome Center features games, a radio and theater workshop, stage performances, and refreshments for purchase. The facility is associated with Reverend James Dobson’s Focus on the Family organization.
26.4 Miles
A family entertainment center, iT'Z Family Food & Fun features miniature bowling lanes along with bumper cars and a rock climbing wall. The center also offers arcade and ticket redemption games, birthday party hosting and an Italian buffet.
26.5 Miles
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3035 New Center Point, Colorado Springs, CO 80922
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A family entertainment center, iT'Z Colorado Springs features attractions including miniature bowling, bumper cars, a rock climbing wall and arcade games. The center also offers ticket redemption games, party packages and a buffet with Italian food.
26.5 Miles
Featuring IMAX and RealD 3D technology, Cinemark Carefree Circle and IMAX offers visitors showings of the latest movies in theaters with stadium seating. The concession stand has an expanded menu that is delivered to the visitor's seat.