Pikes Peak - America's Mountain

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain The most Colorado place in Colorado! Drive, bike, hike or paddle. There’s no limit to how you can explore up to 14,115 ft. year-round!
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The Pikes Peak Highway entrance is conveniently located 15 minutes west of Colorado Springs on Highway 24. The beauty of being so close to the city is that you can spend your time enjoying the mountain instead of getting to the mountains. Plan for your round trip journey to the summit to take 2-3 hours. The safe, scenic 19 mile paved highway provides you the opportunity to enjoy Pikes Peak at your

leisure. From the gateway at an elevation of 7,400 feet, you’ll encounter some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world as you wind your way through an alpine wonderland of scenic beauty, mountain reservoirs, beyond timberline, overtaking the clouds…all along the way to the 14,115 foot summit of America’s most famous mountain. Along the way, you’ll discover the North Slope Recreation Area, Crystal Reservoir Gift Shop, Historic Glen Cove Inn, and the Summit House. There are three lakes for fishing, picnic areas, hiking trails, and breathtaking views. Stop and watch one of our "Meet the Ranger" Interpretive Programs and learn about the history, myths, flora and fauna on the mountain. All offer visitor services and basic necessities to make your day both enjoyable and memorable. Pikes Peak opens daily at 9:00 AM (weather permitting). We open as far up the mountain as we can depending on the conditions. The conditions can change frequently so we have a pre-recorded information line. The staff updates the information about 30 minutes prior to opening and as conditions change throughout the day. Call (719) 385-7325 and select option 1 for current road conditions. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter . Social Media Disclaimer:
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Standing on top of the world.📸: 35mmethas on Instagram
06/02/2026

Standing on top of the world.

📸: 35mmethas on Instagram

‼️DELAYED SUMMIT ACCESS June 1-7‼️Pikes Peak - America's Mountain will be holding all uphill traffic to the summit until...
05/31/2026

‼️DELAYED SUMMIT ACCESS June 1-7‼️

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain will be holding all uphill traffic to the summit until 8:30am for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Testing Days June 1st – 7th.

We will open to the summit for normal guests operations at 8:30am. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

05/28/2026

Donut Day is coming to Pikes Peak! Join us June 6 & 7 for a special Ranger Talks To Go audio scavenger hunt.

🎧 Tune in to THREE limited-edition Donut Day Ranger Talks To Go episodes and learn more about protecting Pikes Peak. Listen closely... each episode includes a secret code word!

🏆 Once you have all three code words, share the completed phrase with a ranger or gift shop employee to receive an exclusive Donut Day sticker!

📱 Episodes will be available starting June 5. We recommend downloading them from your favorite podcast platform before heading up the mountain, since cell service can be spotty. Transcripts will also be available to help make the activity accessible for everyone.

🎟️ Donut Day activities are included with your visit. Just pay the toll gate fee and reserve your timed entry or shuttle tickets for June 6 or June 7 to take part!

Pikes Peak, period.
05/28/2026

Pikes Peak, period.

Big views, little paws. Keep dogs leashed, pack out waste, and bring plenty of water for the drive.📸: .days.dairies
05/27/2026

Big views, little paws. Keep dogs leashed, pack out waste, and bring plenty of water for the drive.

📸: .days.dairies

05/21/2026

Timed-entry permits are required to drive the Pikes Peak Highway starting May 22. Reserve yours at DrivePikesPeak.com

05/19/2026

Pikes Peak shuttles begin May 22! Reserve your tickets now at DrivePikesPeak.com.

🎟️ Tickets: Adults $40 | Kids ages 6–15 $12 | Children 5 and under ride free.

🕒 Pikes Peak Hours Change Starting Friday, May 22- Uphill gate opens: 7:30 AM- Last entry: 6:00 PM- Summit closes: 7:00 ...
05/19/2026

🕒 Pikes Peak Hours Change Starting Friday, May 22
- Uphill gate opens: 7:30 AM
- Last entry: 6:00 PM
- Summit closes: 7:00 PM
- Downhill gate closes: 8:00 PM

🎟️ Timed-entry reservations are required starting May 22
🚌 Shuttle services begin May 22
📅 These hours are in effect May 22 – Sept. 7
🔗DrivePikesPeak.com

Land closer to the places you came to explore!
05/15/2026

Land closer to the places you came to explore!

05/14/2026

Life is better when you don’t have cell service.

Address

5089 Pikes Peak Highway
Cascade, CO
80809

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm
Saturday 7:30am - 6pm
Sunday 7:30am - 6pm

Telephone

(719) 385-7325

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