What to do in Great Plains

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Great Plains Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Garden of the Gods

Discover a rugged landscape defined by grassy plains and red rock cliffs at the Garden of the Gods. In this picturesque reserve, it's hard not to be reminded of the dusty, open scenery of America's Wild West. Hike, drive or mountain bike through these natural vistas, whose flat plains are separated by fascinating geological formations and dense woodlands.
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Experience the rugged cliffs, grassy plains and intriguing red rock formations that have earned this park a reputation for resembling the Wild West.

2. Pikes Peak

Pikes Peak is the second most visited mountain, after Mount Fuji in Japan, so you can be sure of an awe-inspiring experience. It stands 4,300 metres above sea level and is the most easterly peak in the Rocky Mountains, hence the old pioneer saying “Pikes Peak or Bust”. A trip to the top of this mountain, named after the explorer Zebulon Pike who first led an expedition here in 1806, will reward you with stunning panoramic views across the Rockies and the four surrounding states.
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Pikes Peak showing mountains

3. Mount Rushmore National Memorial

South Dakota’s most popular attraction depicts four 60-foot (18-meter) busts of American presidents carved into granite cliffs. Make the drive out to this mammoth sculpture garden to see one of the most recognizable American landmarks.
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Mount Rushmore showing outdoor art and art

4. US Air Force Academy

Step onto the campus of the US Air Force Academy to discover what goes into the training of the country's elite air force personnel. Every year, the military institution puts hundreds of cadets through a rigorous 4-year academic program.
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US Air Force Academy which includes modern architecture

5. Badlands National Park

Early pioneers were awestruck moving from the prairies to variegated cliffs of what is now known as Badlands National Park. At first glance, these treeless, seemingly endless spires, pinnacles and ravines appear hostile, earning their name of “bad lands.” However, today’s safe access lets you explore the beauty of this geologic wonder.
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Badlands National Park

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Downtown Denver

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants great entertainment and top sights from Paramount Theater to 16th Street – discover Downtown Denver, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Downtown Denver
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Cherry Creek

5/5(3 area reviews)

Abundant dining options and stunning river views are well-reviewed features of Cherry Creek. Make a stop by top sights like Cherry Creek Shopping Center while you're exploring the area.

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Denver Tech Center

Known for its ample dining options and great live music, there's plenty to explore in Denver Tech Center. You can visit top attractions like Fiddler's Green Amphitheatre and The Landmark Theatre Greenwood Village, and jump on the metro at Orchard Station or Arapahoe at Village Center Station to see more of the city.

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LoDo

Visitors often come to LoDo for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Union Station and McGregor Square. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Union Station-Coors Field-16th St. Mall Station.

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Colorado Springs which includes a fountain, outdoor art and a park

Central Colorado Springs

If you're spending some time in Central Colorado Springs, U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Central Colorado Springs
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Highlands Ranch

Highlands Ranch is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to South Suburban Sports Complex and Highlands Ranch Golf Club while you're in town.

Highlands Ranch

 

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