Manitou Cliff Dwellings, Colorado Springs

Name: Manitou Cliff Dwellings
Address: 10 Cliff Rd, Colorado Springs, 80829, United States
Telephone: +1 719-685-5242

#9 among attractions in Colorado Springs

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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. ()

Established: 1907 (117 years ago)Elevation: 6604 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 38°51'47"N, 104°54'47"W

Address

10 Cliff RdColorado Springs 80829 United States

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+1 719-685-5242

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Manitou Cliff Dwellings – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Cave of the Winds, Barr Trail, Miramont Castle, Manitou Springs.

0.8 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Cave
Cave of the Winds, Colorado Springs
20 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...
1.2 miSW
Hiking, Hiking trail, Trail
Barr Trail, Colorado Springs
32 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.
0.5 miSW
Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
Miramont Castle, Colorado Springs
15 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.
0.4 miSW
Area
Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs
11 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.
1.2 miE
Spectacular rock formations and trails
Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs
32 min walk • Garden of the Gods is a public park located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1971.
0.8 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Waterfall
Rainbow Falls, Colorado Springs
22 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.
0.9 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Steamboat Rock, Colorado Springs
23 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
23 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.
0.5 miS
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs
12 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 miSE
Bridge
Bridge over Fountain Creek, Colorado Springs
11 min walk • The List of Manitou Springs Historic District includes 80 buildings and resources in the historic district of Manitou Springs, Colorado.
0.9 miE
Park, View point
Balanced Rock, Colorado Springs
23 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)

When is Manitou Cliff Dwellings open?

Manitou Cliff Dwellings is open:

Monday 10 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 4 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Manitou Cliff Dwellings?

Nearby attractions include Bridge over Fountain Creek, Colorado Springs (11 min walk), Manitou Springs, Colorado Springs (11 min walk), First Congregational Church, Colorado Springs (12 min walk), Manitou Springs Historic District, Colorado Springs (14 min walk).

How to get to Manitou Cliff Dwellings by public transport?

The nearest stations to Manitou Cliff Dwellings:

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Manitou Springs (28 min walk)