Molly & Brandon
Things To Do
Rockhounding for Amazonite
A short walk from glamping units at Idlewild. Keep what you find. Ask for the pin. 0 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Hike to Bear Cave
Big boulders, mountain and lake views, sunset photos. Ask for the pin. 0 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch.
Hiking in Pike National Forest
Idlewild Ranch is directly adjacent to Pike National Forest
Eleven Mile State Park: fishing, hiking, biking, boating
Reservoir with entrance fee (no swimming). Rent a boat from the 11-mile Marina. 14 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch.
Spinney Mountain State Park: fishing, hiking, biking, boating
Reservoir with entrance fee (no swimming). 23 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Eleven Mile Canyon Recreation Area
Hike, climb, or picnic in this “unexpected paradise”. 3 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Drive the Pike’s Peak Scenic Drive (or take a shuttle or cog rail)
Experience a 14er! Timed entry if you want to park at the summit. Otherwise, use the shuttle bus. 30 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Explore Florissant Fossil Beds
Petrified redwoods, self-guided hikes, visitor’s center. 6 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Sightsee Garden of the Gods
Sandstone formations & hiking trails. 33 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Explore the town of Manitou Springs
Historic town, shopping, restaurants, hot springs, cog railroad to the top of Pikes Peak, Cave of the Winds, vintage arcade 32 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Stargaze at Observatory at South Park
Call ahead. Camp overnight, or stay for a few hours. 24 miles from Idlewild Ridge Ranch
Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center
Reservations are highly encouraged. Educational tours and programs about wolves, coyotes, and foxes along with education about preservation and conservation of the forests, land, and water that supports wildlife, flora, and fauna. They provide natural habitats and exceptional lives for the animals that cannot live in the wild.