Pikes Peak
Mountain peak · El Paso County ·
Pink granite peak with hiking, climbing, campgrounds & scenic views
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Colorado 80809 Get directions
Pink granite peak with hiking, climbing, campgrounds & scenic views
Colorado 80809 Get directions
"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
"The recently refreshed visitor center and the updated Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak cog railway now offer full ADA accessibility, allowing visitors of all abilities to reach the mountain’s summit experience and take in the iconic view that inspired the song "America the Beautiful," making the high-elevation attraction more inclusive than ever." - Amiee White Beazley Amiee White Beazley Amiee White Beazley is a travel journalist and author who covers adventure, food, wine, and family travel. Her work has taken her to the skies, seas, and mountains of more than 75 countries around the world. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines