Things To Do
Cripple Creek Colorado
Old mining town turned into a casino hub. Located 40 mins southwest of Woodland Park, take Hwy 24 West to Hwy 67 South.
Pikes Peak
if you want to make the drive up to the top, you must have a timed reservation. Please visit this website to book your reservation. https://coloradosprings.gov/pikes-peak-americas-mountain/page/tickets-and-reservations This is noted as America's Mountain- Pike's Peak. This mountain is at 14,000 ft elevation and a spectular site to see. You can bike up, drive up or take the cog rail up.
Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods Park is a registered National Natural Landmark featuring dramatic views. Come admire the 300′ sandstone rock formations against the backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak and brilliant blue skies.
Manitou Incline
Those feeling adventurous can hike up the 2,708 staircases in Manitou Springs.
Royal Gorge Bridge & Park
Identified as America's longest suspension bridge, it is located 1.5 hours from Woodland Park.
Outlets at Castle Rock
Dining and shopping at the Castle Rock Outlet. It is 1 hr and 15 mins from Edgewood Inn, and 45 mins from COS.
North Pole Colorado Santa’s Workshop
Enjoy the magic of Christmas year-round at this enchanting amusement park. With over two dozen rides, many charming shops and delicious fresh treats, all the kids will enjoy.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
America's mountain zoo, names 4th best zoo by USA Today. Get close to the animals and hand feed the giraffe herd.
Echo Canyon River Expeditions
Enjoy a variety of river trips with the best guides down the Arkansas River.
Adventures Out West Pikes Peak Ziplines
Hot air balloons, jeeps and segway tours, zip lines, or mountain bike tours down Pikes Peak. This is your one stop shops for epic adventures.
Pine Creek Golf Club
A world class championship course winds through a valley of grassland, creeks and links layout.
Ghost Town Museum
Explore the boardwalk while visiting Colorado's gold rush era.
Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Explore each dwelling and roam through the 700-year-old Pueblo Indian cliff dwellings, the remnants of an ancient American Indian culture.
Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
Adventure and thrills await at the Cave of the Winds Mountain Park. Choose from 3 different cave tours, including a haunted lantern tour. Above ground thrills include the Terror-Dactyl giant canyon swing, a 3-story ropes challenge course or glide along the canyon rim on the Bat-a-Pult.
Woodland Park & surrounding attractions
IN WOODLAND PARK Farmers Markets (summer) Dinosaur Resource Center Other attractions nearby: Mueller State Park — Featuring More Than 50 Miles of Beautiful Trails North Pole Santa’s Workshop — family fun just up the road Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, one of the richest fossil deposits in the world Downtown Colorado Springs, where urban energy meets Rocky Mountain spirit Old Colorado City, often called the "historic heart of Colorado Springs," is a charming and quirky neighborhood with Wild West roots. NATIONAL FOREST & SCENIC SPOTS: Pike National Forest — hiking, biking, OHV trails Rampart Reservoir — fishing, kayaking, Mountain View’s Eleven Mile Canyon — picnic, wildlife watching, photograph