Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs

Name: Manitou Springs
Address: Colorado Springs, United States

#38 among attractions in Colorado Springs

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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. The downtown area continues to be of interest to travelers, particularly in the summer, with many shops and restaurants, as well as a creekside city park. The main road through the center of town was one of the direct paths to the base of Pikes Peak. Barr Trail, which winds its way up Pikes Peak, is accessible from town. The subdivision Crystal Hills was added to the municipality in the 1960s. ()

Alternative names: Area: 3.16 mi²Coordinates: 38°51'31"N, 104°55'5"W

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Manitou Springs – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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

1.2 miW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Body of water
Manitou Incline, Colorado Springs
31 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...
1 miN
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Cave of the Winds, Colorado Springs
25 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...
0.9 miW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Trail
Barr Trail, Colorado Springs
23 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.
0.4 miNE
Museum, Ruins, History museum
Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs
11 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.
~1160 ftW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Miramont Castle, Colorado Springs
6 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 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Rainbow Falls, Colorado Springs
23 min walk • 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.
1.2 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Steamboat Rock, Colorado Springs
31 min walk • Steamboat Rock is a rock formation in the Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It is easily accessible by paved road and is a popular spot for tourist photography.
0.9 miSE
Cemetery
Crystal Valley Cemetery, Colorado Springs
24 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.
~1370 ftSE
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs
7 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.
0.4 miE
Bridge
Bridge over Fountain Creek, Colorado Springs
12 min walk • The List of Manitou Springs Historic District includes 80 buildings and resources in the historic district of Manitou Springs, Colorado.
1.2 miE
Park, View point
Balanced Rock, Colorado Springs
31 min walk • A balancing rock, also called a balanced rock or precarious boulder, is a naturally occurring geological formation featuring a large rock or boulder, sometimes of substantial size, resting on other rocks, bedrock, or on glacial till.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Manitou Springs?

Nearby attractions include Manitou Springs Historic District, Colorado Springs (4 min walk), Miramont Castle, Colorado Springs (6 min walk), First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs (7 min walk), Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs (11 min walk).

How to get to Manitou Springs by public transport?

The nearest stations to Manitou Springs:

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Manitou Springs (19 min walk)