The towering red sandstone rock formations of the Garden of the Gods Park come alive when you explore the geology, plants, and animals of this amazing 1,341.3-acre regional park in Colorado Springs. The site is a National Natural Landmark, having been recognized by the Department of the Interior as ... "a nationally-significant natural area".
IIt offers 300' towering sandstone formations, a wonderful view of Pikes Peak, paved and unpaved hiking paths, the historic Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site, a living history museum, placed on the National Register for Historic Places in 1971, and many other amenities.
The park was given to the city of Colorado Springs in 1909 by the children of railroad magnate Charles Elliot Perkins, in fulfillment of his wish that it be kept forever open and free to the public. As a result, this amazing park can be enjoyed free of charge.
Some activities and features include guided nature walks, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding trails, road biking and technical rock climbing.
