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Bookmark or Share- Official Guide to Pikes Peak, CO - Visitor Info, History ...Named for Lt. Zebulon Pike — who never actually reached the peak — and the inspiration for Katharine Lee Bates' iconic American anthem, "America the Beautiful," Pikes Peak is an American icon whose 14,115-foot summit challenges and inspires visitors from around the globe.
- Homepage - The Broadmoor Manitou & Pikes Peak Cog RailwayEnjoy sweeping 360-degree views of the Pikes Peak region, from the far eastern plains to the Continental Divide along the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the west. On a clear day, you may even see the historic mining camp of Cripple Creek and the skyscrapers of downtown Denver.
- Pikes Peak - WikipediaPikes Peak is the highest summit of the southern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains in North America. The ultra-prominent 14,107-foot (4,299.83 m) fourteener is located in Pike National Forest, 12 miles (19 km) west of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado. The town of Manitou Springs lies at its base.
- Pikes Peak - US Forest ServiceAt the altitude of 14,115 feet, Pikes Peak is the 31st highest peak in Colorado. Pikes Peak Highway will take you to the summit house. Along the way there are several observation sites and picnic areas to enjoy.
- Tickets and Timed Entry Permits | City of Colorado SpringsExperience the majesty of Pikes Peak as a passenger! Secure your seat on a Pikes Peak shuttle bus and embark on a guided journey from Mile 7 on the Pikes Peak Highway directly up to 14,115 ft. Sit back, relax, and soak in the mountain's beauty as you ascend.
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