The world's highest cog railway takes visitors to the 14,000-foot summit of Pike's Peak. Spectacular 360 degree views of the famous Aspens, waterfalls and wildlife are available by train daily from late April to early November. The round trip takes just over three hours. Departure schedules vary seasonally; phone ahead to verify schedule. Reservations required.
Location:
PO Box 351, 515 Ruxton Ave, Manitou Springs Colorado 80829
Telephone
719-685-5401 Fax 719-685-9033
Other Transportation nearby:
(Calhan) Calhan Airport
(Canon City) Fremont County Airport
(Colorado Springs) Meadow Lake Airport
(Manitou Springs) Pike Peak Cog Railway
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12/04 Coming to The Manitou Springs area
Denver Greek Festival Denver CO June14-17 Traditional Greek dancing by the Hellenic Dance Academy of Denver and music by Etho Ellas. There is plenty of homemade food and pastries from throughout Greece to satisfy any appetite.
Breckenridge Summer Beer Festival Breckenridge CO July13 This event offers brews, views and free live music and features unlimited beer tasting from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Winter Park Alpine Artaffair Winter Park CO July20-21 Featuring Fine Arts & Fine Crafts,
Jewelry, Photography, Metalwork, Mixed Media,
Pottery, Painting, Glass, Wood, Fiber and More.
Keystone Bluegrass and Beer Festival Keystone CO August3-4 Down-home cooking, frothy flavors and mountain music are just a piece of the pie. In a whirlwind of hillbilly luxuries, folks gather while 30 microbreweries from Colorado and beyond showcase their unique blends of hops and barleys.
Lafayette Peach Festival Lafayette CO August17 500 fresh peach pies and individual servings of peach cobbler while supplies last, are available for sale at Festival Plaza and in front of the Main Stage near Lafayette Florist.
Great American Beer Festival Denver CO October10-12 Each year, GABF represents the largest collection of U.S. beer ever served, in the format of a public tasting event plus a private competition.
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