Expert's Pick
NORTH CHEYENNE CANON PARK
Colorado Springs visitors are rightfully
curious to experience these great outdoors.
So if you're new to town - like I was in
2016 - you may find yourself contemplating
where to take friends and family. Probably,
Garden of the Gods comes to mind
first. But I've found this regional park to be
perfect.
The drive itself is wondrous, whether
coming from the main park entrance and
rising into canyon walls and pine forests
or from the high Gold Camp Road through
tunnels and breathtaking passenger-window
views. But it's the variety within North
Cheyenne Canon Park that makes it ideal.
The trails up Mount Cutler and Mount
Muscoco are relatively short, moderate in
difficulty and beautiful. Head to St. Mary's
Falls for a longer and wilder excursion. The
Upper Columbine Trail lies in the middle
in terms of distance and difficulty, and it will similarly inspire awe in your visitors.
On the way out, treat them to the famed
converted schoolhouse that houses Bristol
Brewing Co.
— SETH BOSTER