Black Forest Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Black Forest
Popular places to visit
Garden of the Gods
Experience the rugged cliffs, grassy plains and intriguing red rock formations that have earned this park a reputation for resembling the Wild West.
Pikes Peak
Admire the dramatic views from this peak in the Rocky Mountains, the inspiration behind the famous lyrics of “America the Beautiful”.
US Air Force Academy
Enjoy a free tour of the military campus where young men and women are trained to be officers in the United States Air Force.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Tour the mountainside zoo to see hundreds of animals in replicas of their natural habitats. Feed giraffes and look down on the animals from a chairlift.
Cave of the Winds
Go on a subterranean adventure to explore caves, caverns and rock formations that are hundreds of millions of years old.
Glen Eyrie Castle
Visit the English castle-like home and extensive grounds that once belonged to the founder of Colorado Springs and his family.
Activities
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods and Foothills Jeep Tour
Colorado Springs: Garden of the Gods Guided Jeep Tour
Colorado Springs: Original 3-Hour Food Walking Tour
Garden of the Gods, Manitou Springs, Old Stage Road Jeep Tour
Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs
Our pick of the best Black Forest Hotel Deals
INDOOR 44ft HEATED POOL,6BR 4BA,HOT TUB wPIKES PEAK VIEWS,POOL TABLE, SLEEPS 20!
Well stocked kitchen, lots of room for our family of 12 kids enjoyed the pool. Didn’t get around to trying the hot tub Host very good with responses
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Academy Hotel Colorado Springs
Our room was clean and comfy. Late evening and overnight staff however.... was less than desirable. Asked for a blanket at 9:45 pm at the desk. Sent back to room and was told someone would bring me one..... called every 20 min after that until 11:20pm and was told ya he'll come bring you one. At ...
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Amazing service beyond breathtaking views very accommodating staff
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Colorado Springs Downtown
The room was spotless and staff was professional and welcoming. Great stay. I was not happy with the $40 a day resort fee.
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Spark by Hilton Colorado Springs I 25 Central
Beds were comfortable
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Quality Inn and Suites Garden of the Gods
Receptionist was fabulous.....kind, knowledgeable and efficient. Room was very nice, very clean and quite comfortable. The hotel itself was quiet, orderly and really had no issues. Price was right, too. Breakfast was kinda sparse, but i didn't expect the red carpet treatment, but people were eating ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Black Forest
Northgate
While visiting Northgate, you might make a stop by sights like US Air Force Academy and Ford Amphitheater.
Briargate
While visiting Briargate, you might make a stop by sights like US Air Force Academy and Focus on the Family Welcome Center.
Northeast Colorado Springs
While visiting Northeast Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Colorado Springs House of Bounce and Pulpit Rock Park.
Northwest Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Northwest Colorado Springs, US Air Force Academy and Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame are top sights worth seeing.
Cimarron Hills
Visitors to Cimarron Hills enjoy its shopping, and if you want to do some exploring, World Golf and Sand Creek Golf Course is worth a stop.
East Colorado Springs
While visiting East Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and The Citadel Mall.
