Highland Lakes Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Seven Falls
Enjoy the mountain views and explore Seven Falls, a lovely green space in Colorado Springs. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
Activities
Rocky Mountain NP & Garden of Gods Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Walking & Driving Audio Tour
Sightseeing Jeep Tour in Garden of the Gods
Electric E-Bike Tour of Manitou Springs & Garden of the Gods
Colorado Springs: Pikes Peak Luxury Jeep Tour
Ride Manitou Springs & Garden of the Gods Best Guided eBike Tour!
Our pick of the best Highland Lakes Hotel Deals
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
Very nice place.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Chamonix Casino Hotel
Staff was wonderful loved the pool but there needs to be signage so guests can find the pool without asking for directions
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Magnuson Grand Pikes Peak
The rrom was very clean jacuzzi was great. Staff friendly.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Had an overall good comfortable "vibe"..
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Manitou Springs
The breakfast is from 6am -9 am and it's a clean space. Good service.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center A Ministry of the Navigators
I'm not going to lie, I was a bit unsure about staying here as I'm not at all religious. However, I went ahead as other reviewers said similar. It was great value for money and set in stunning surroundings, so I "gave it a go". And I'm really pleased that I did. What a lovely property on absolutely ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Lakes
Rainbow Valley
Check out nearby sights like Mueller State Park while you're spending some time in Rainbow Valley and the surrounding area.
Cascade-Chipita Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Cascade-Chipita Park. You might want to make time for a stop at North Pole Colorado or North Slope Recreation Area.
Manitou Springs Historic District
Manitou Springs Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Arcade Amusements while in the area.
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.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
