31 days in Pikes Peak Region Itinerary

Explore Colorado Springs' surroundings by going to Woodland Park (Manitou Park Lake & Red Rocks Group Campground) and Cañon City (Skyline Drive, Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, &more). And it doesn't end there: see the sights as you ascend with a climbing tour, explore the striking landscape at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, soar above the sights with a balloon tour, and take a memorable drive along Pikes Peak - America's Mountain.

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Houston to Colorado Springs is an approximately 4-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Houston to Colorado Springs. While traveling from Houston, expect slightly colder days and much colder nights in Colorado Springs, ranging from highs of 84°F to lows of 54°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sat) so you can go by car to Cripple Creek.

Venture out of the city with trips to Divide (Mueller State Park & Horsethief Falls) and Florissant Fossil Quarry (in Florissant).

For maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Cripple Creek trip maker tool.

You can drive from Colorado Springs to Cripple Creek in 1.5 hours. In June, daytime highs in Cripple Creek are 89°F, while nighttime lows are 58°F. You'll set off for home on the 3rd (Mon).