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Dive into the rich history of the Pikes Peak region while sampling the diverse culinary and recreational offerings and awe-inspiring fall beauty of Colorado Springs, Cripple Creek, Cañon City, Woodland Park and Penrose.

Pikes Peak or Bust Gold Rush

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Participate in a hike, art show or other activities at <a href="https://cpw.state.co.us/placestogo/parks/Mueller">Mueller State Park</a> to help preserve the landscape.

Friends of Mueller State Park

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5,121 acres of mountain meadows, aspen and conifer forests and wildlife with 50 miles of scenic trails. Enjoy 132 campsites or 3 deluxe cabins, all nestled in a forest setting. Two camping sites with adjacent horse stalls are also available.

Mueller State Park

Omelettes, griddle specialties, salads, burgers, homestyle entrees and much more.

Maggie's Restaurant

Get a hands-on look at the gold mining era with a tour inside one of the Cripple Creek-area's mines.  Don a hard hat and descend a thousand feet below ground to learn about historic and modern-day mining techniques, see veins of gold and ride in a mine cart.

Mollie Kathleen Mine

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Keep your eyes peeled for the donkey herd that roams the streets of Cripple Creek May through October.

Donkey Spotting

No need to go south of the border to get fresh Mexican food - you're sure to enjoy the fresh-made fajitas, burritos, fish tacos, beans and more. Cozy up to the kiva fireplace only at Baja Billy's.

Baja Billy's Restaurant & Cantina

Horsethief Park is located off Hwy. 67, approximately halfway between Divide and Cripple Creek. To the west, it is dominated by the prominent 12,527-foot Sentinel Point. There are three main trails in the area, and they all share the same trailhead located at the parking lot next to the closed Little Ike Tunnel.

Hike to Horsethief Falls

First-class B&amp;B. 1890s school restored in period decor. Historic Cripple Creek, Colorado.

Carr Manor

Breakfast is included with your stay at Carr Manor bed and breakfast. Fresh-baked cookies are also available in the afternoon.

Mornings at Carr Manor

A treat for railroad and history buffs, kids and the whole family.  Departing from an 1894 vintage depot, the brightly painted Cripple Creek &amp; Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad runs along four miles of track as it takes passengers through forested high-country scenery.

Cripple Creek & Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad

One of the best pizza places and restaurants in Canon City! Come enjoy award winning, handcrafted pizza, fresh salads, made to order calzones and fresh baked sandwiches in our incredibly mad, eclectic dining room. Filled with original artwork from local artists, music and magic, we are always having fun at Pizza Madness. A favorite hang out for locals, enjoy a frost cold microbrew with your favorite pizza. All the kids love the video games and the casual atmosphere. Perfect for large parties and celebrations, everyone comes back to Pizza Madness for more. 
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Pizza Madness

Explore historic gold camps, fossil beds, museums and jaw-dropping scenery on this road that winds through Cripple Creek, Victor, Cañon City and Florissant.

Gold Belt Tour — Scenic & Historic Byway

Gorgeous mountain views, Colorado crafted beers, patio seating and great food add a fantastic finish to your rafting adventure.

8 Mile Bar and Grill

The Arkansas Riverwalk contains 7 miles of trails that wind along the Arkansas River through Cañon City and beyond. The trail covers many types of terrain and natural areas including dense cottonwood forests and native wetlands. The trail has a hard-packed, crushed gravel surface and follows an old railroad bed much of the way. The trail is open to many uses, which include running, walking, biking and even horseback riding on the John Griffin Park Bluff Trail.

Stroll the Arkansas River Walk

With a rustic fireplace, three bedrooms, two baths, a spacious modern kitchen, and laundry facilities, an overnight or extended honeymoon at the Bighorn Mountaintop Lodge is the ultimate Royal Gorge experience.

Bighorn Mountaintop Lodge

Coyote's Coffee Den in Penrose features a cozy Southwestern decor inside, a large outdoor patio with fireplace chimneas. Awesome breakfast burritos and sandwiches. Fresh wraps, salads and toasted sandwiches. Live entertainment in the summer.

Coyote's Coffee Den

The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey has been making its own wines since 2002 and has won over 100 awards and medals in prestigious international wine competitions in the last 3 years alone. The tasting room has been voted "Best Front Range Tasting Room" by Colorado Vine.

The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey

Real Spanish tapas, exceptional wine values, classic Barcelona ambience.

TAPAteria

Guided horseback tours through the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs.

Academy Riding Stables

Three course meals and multiple shows to choose from! Boo your Villain or set up your friends to be brought up on stage! Only at the Iron Springs Chateau this summer!

Iron Springs Chateau Melodrama Dinner Theatre

Standing south of Manitou Springs, 7,375-foot Red Mountain can be accessed by a short but rewarding hike. Red Mountain used to have its own incline train just like the more famous Manitou Incline, and some remains of the train's structures can still be seen. Enjoy great views of Manitou Springs, Williams Canyon, the Manitou Incline and Pikes Peak from the top.

Hike Red Mountain

The BEST WESTERN Executive Inn &amp; Suites is located near the World Arena, Fort Carson, Seven Falls, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Historic Broadmoor Resort, Downtown Colorado Springs, Old Colorado City and Manitou Springs.