What to do in Cascade, CO

Activities, attractions and tours

Pikes Peak showing landscape views and mountains
Pikes Peak featuring mountains and snow
Pikes Peak showing landscape views, hiking or walking and tranquil scenes
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Cave of the Winds

Places to Visit in Cascade

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Top places to visit

1. Garden of the Gods

Just one hour’s drive from Denver, on the outskirts of Colorado Springs, you will find an enchanting, rugged wilderness marked with otherworldly red rock formations. This is the Garden of the Gods, a sprawling city park where it feels like it’s in the middle of nowhere. Explore this natural marvel with a tour or on your own, and admire the famous rocky landscape of Colorado.
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Experience the majesty and drama of Colorado’s natural landscape as you make your way through this vast city park.

2. Pikes Peak

Situated within Pike National Forest, 113-kilometres south of Denver, Pikes Peak is a majestic mountain range renowned for its sweeping vistas and stunning natural scenery. Stretching an impressive 4,300 metres into the blue Colorado sky, this national historic landmark attracts thousands of visitors every year including families, nature lovers, photographers and anyone else who has an appreciation of nature and adventure.
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Pikes Peak showing mountains

3. US Air Force Academy

Step onto the campus of the US Air Force Academy to discover what goes into the training of the country's elite air force personnel. Every year, the military institution puts hundreds of cadets through a rigorous 4-year academic program.
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US Air Force Academy which includes modern architecture

4. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is a large complex on the side of a mountain. Laying claim to being America’s only mountain zoo, it sits at an altitude of 6,800 feet (2,100 meters) above sea level. The 140-acre (57-hectare) site is home to more than 800 animals representing over 200 species.
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

5. Cheyenne Mountain State Park

Go biking, hiking and camping in Cheyenne Mountain State Park, a wilderness expanse at the foot of Cheyenne Mountain. The diverse terrain comprises 2,701 acres (1,093 hectares) and encompasses prairies and forested areas.
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Thrill to the awesome scenery, hiking trails and wildlife spotting opportunities in the rugged foothills of a mountain.

6. Cave of the Winds

Venture deep into a vast underground cave network, hold on tight for hair-raising rides and enjoy stunning canyon views at the Caves of the Winds. There are adventures and activities for all the family at a natural wonder that was formed 500 million years ago.
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Cave of the Winds

What to do in Cascade


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Cascade-Chipita Park

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Cascade-Chipita Park. You might want to make time for a stop at North Pole Colorado or North Slope Recreation Area.

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