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Scenic Tour of the Pikes Peak Highway
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4 Hours
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Offered in: English
Overview
This guided tour is truly the best experience of Pikes Peak with the most relaxed schedule available. Our tour guide drivers are very friendly, safe, and knowledgable with a full explanation of interesting facts and stories throughout the entire 4 hour tour. Our passenger vans are roomy and comfortable. Multiple stops are made along the Pikes Peak Highway at various scenic overlooks and structures on the way to the summit at 14,115 ft high. We offer plenty of chances to get out of the vehicle and stretch your legs. Additional stops can be requested for photo opportunities, wildlife spotting, and extra restroom breaks. Snacks and drinks are provided in the vehicle at no extra cost.
What's Included
- Pikes Peak Highway Toll Fee included
- Complementary snacks and drinks
- Free parking
- Pikes Peak timed entry reservation fee included
- All Fees and Taxes
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Please park in one of our parking spaces directly beside our building in the dirt parking lot off of the alley. You will receive a text with parking instructions on the day of your tour. Employees will be present to assist with parking. Come inside our office 5-15 minutes prior to departure time.
Start time
09:00 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
During our tour of Pikes Peak, we will be making multiple stops at points of interest on our way to the top of the Peak and brand new, state of the art Summit House at 14,115 ft of elevation! Look out for bigfoot!
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Included
At this point in the tour, a sign has been placed "for your safety" as some of the most credible signings of Bigfoot have taken place near the area. Our tour almost always guarantees a sighting and of course, a photo with him!
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Crystal Creek Reservoir features the first full look at the entire Pikes Peak mountain set against the body of water. The tour drives directly over the dam of this reservoir which also offers a gift shop, restrooms, and informative plaques for reading about local wildlife and history.
• Admission Ticket Free
The historic Glen Cove Inn is an old ski lodge building which sits just under the timber line along the Pikes Peak Highway. At Glen Cove, you can expect to see the first striking view of the bald top of the mountain, highlighted by snow, most of the year. Also at Glen Cove are the Brake Check station, a gift shop, and restrooms.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Once the tour reaches the top of the Switchbacks, we see the rock formation and area known as Devil's Playground. We don't want to spoil the surprise by telling you how it got the name!
• Admission Ticket Free
The Bottomless Pit is as you would expect! Just below the summit of Pikes Peak, the highway nears a steep cliff you can view from the very edge of the road and look down and out across and expansive scene. This location is a favorite for family photos!
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Pikes Peak Center
The Summit House on top of Pikes Peak is a gorgeous, state of the art visitors center. In the Summit House, you can try the famous high-altitude doughnuts, learn about the history of the Peak with the exhibit, get your goodies in the gift shop, and experience work-class views throughout eh giant windows facing toward the east. Outside of the Summit House, you can walk around the Peak and experience 360 degree views that stretch all the way into Kansas and New Mexico. Take a photo at the newly installed Summit sign which boasts 14,115 feet of elevations.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The travel time from point to point is already included to the tour duration.
- Not recommended for babies under 2 years old
Operated by Rocky Mountain Ride
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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