Rainbow Falls, Colorado Springs

Name: Rainbow Falls
Address: Colorado Springs, United States

#51 among attractions in Colorado Springs

Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall

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Rainbow Falls is a waterfall located on Fountain Creek in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The falls' plunge is located beneath a bridge that links Manitou Avenue to Highway 24. ()

Height: 45 ftCoordinates: 38°52'12"N, 104°55'34"W

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Colorado Springs United States

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Rainbow Falls – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Manitou Incline, Cave of the Winds, Barr Trail, Manitou Cliff Dwellings.

1.1 miSW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Body of water
Manitou Incline, Colorado Springs
30 min walk • The Manitou Incline, a challenging and unique hiking trail located in Colorado Springs, United States, stands as a testament to the adventurous spirit. This steep staircase, with a history rooted in its former life as a cable car track, rises over 2,000 feet in less...
~1950 ftNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Cave of the Winds, Colorado Springs
10 min walk • Nestled in the scenic landscapes of El Paso County, Colorado Springs, the Cave of the Winds is a natural wonder that has been captivating visitors for over a century. This underground marvel is a premier tourist attraction, offering an adventure into the heart of the...
1.1 miSW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Trail
Barr Trail, Colorado Springs
28 min walk • Barr Trail is a 13-mile trail in the Pike National Forest that begins in Manitou Springs, Colorado and ends at the Pikes Peak summit. The high elevation trail with a long sustained grade is rated more difficult by the U.S. Forest Service.
0.8 miSE
Museum, Ruins, History museum
Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs
22 min walk • The Manitou Cliff Dwellings are a privately-owned tourist attraction consisting of replica Ancestral Puebloan cliff dwellings and interpretive exhibits located just west of Colorado Springs, Colorado, on U.S. Highway 24 in Manitou Springs.
0.8 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Miramont Castle, Colorado Springs
20 min walk • Miramont Castle is a museum located in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The Castle was originally built in 1895 as a private home for Father Jean Baptist Francolon, a French-born Catholic priest. Located in the Manitou Springs Historic District, it is a National Register of Historic Places listing.
0.9 miSE
Area
Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs
23 min walk • Manitou Springs is a home rule municipality located at the foot of Pikes Peak in western El Paso County, Colorado, United States. The town was founded for its natural mineral springs.
1.7 miSE
Cemetery
Crystal Valley Cemetery, Colorado Springs
44 min walk • Crystal Valley Cemetery is a cemetery located on Plainview Place in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Since its establishment in 1882, it has been the principal cemetery in Manitou Springs. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
1.1 miSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs
29 min walk • First Congregational Church is a historic church at 101 Pawnee Avenue in Manitou Springs, Colorado. Completed in August 1880, it was the first church built in Manitou Springs and is the oldest continuously operated Congregational church in Colorado.
1.2 miSE
Bridge
Bridge over Fountain Creek, Colorado Springs
31 min walk • The List of Manitou Springs Historic District includes 80 buildings and resources in the historic district of Manitou Springs, Colorado.
0.9 miS
Neighbourhood
Manitou Springs Historic District, Colorado Springs
23 min walk • Manitou Springs Historic District in Manitou Springs, Colorado is roughly bounded by US 24, Ruxton Avenue, El Paso Boulevard and Iron Mountain Avenue.
1.5 miSE
Neighbourhood
Manitou Springs School District 14, Colorado Springs
40 min walk • Manitou Springs School District 14 is the main school district of Manitou Springs and its nearby communities at the western edge of El Paso County, Colorado.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rainbow Falls?

Nearby attractions include Cave of the Winds, Colorado Springs (10 min walk), Miramont Castle, Colorado Springs (20 min walk), Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs (22 min walk), Manitou Springs Historic District, Colorado Springs (23 min walk).

How to get to Rainbow Falls by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rainbow Falls:

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Manitou Springs (26 min walk)