5 days in Pikes Peak Region Itinerary

Bring the kids along to Cave of the Winds Mountain Park and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. There's lots more to do: walk around Garden of the Gods, expand your understanding of the military at United States Air Force Academy, get to know the fascinating history of Old Colorado City Historic District, and shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour.

To find maps, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Colorado Springs online attractions planner.

Des Moines to Colorado Springs is an approximately 3.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Des Moines to Colorado Springs due to the time zone difference. While traveling from Des Moines, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Colorado Springs, ranging from highs of 57°F to lows of 28°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Cañon City.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Royal Gorge Bridge and Park. On the 18th (Sat), look for gifts at The Gold Mine Rock Shop, then snap pictures at Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, and then let the river carry you with a rafting and tubing tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 19th (Sun): admire all the interesting features of Skyline Drive and then engage your brain at Royal Gorge Dinosaur Experience.

To find photos, ratings, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Cañon City trip itinerary app.

You can drive from Colorado Springs to Cañon City in an hour. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Colorado Springs in March, Cañon City is a bit warmer at night with lows of 34°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly back home.