Pikes Peak

Mountain peak · El Paso County

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"This 14,115‑foot summit is reachable by a dedicated highway and rewards drivers with sweeping alpine panoramas from the top; its dramatic views famously inspired the patriotic poem that became 'America the Beautiful.'" - Adam Lapetina Adam Lapetina Adam Lapetina is a Chicago-based writer, editor, and content strategist who works in the travel, food and drink, and lifestyle spaces. His work has appeared in HuffPost, MSN, Yahoo, Travel + Leisure, and Thrillist. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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