Colorado Springs Scenic Cripple Creek Tour
Scenic Drive to Cripple Creek with Stunning Views of Pikes Peak and Sangre De Cristo Mountains
CO
people
1 participant
hours
- • Scenic Drive Through Historic Cripple Creek, Colorado
- • Enjoy A 4-Hour Journey With Spectacular Mountain Views
- • Experience Colorado’s Most Scenic Drive on Shelf Road
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with the Cripple Creek Back Country Jeep Tour, a thrilling experience that promises breathtaking views and fascinating stories. This tour takes you through the stunning Colorado landscape, showcasing the beauty of Pikes Peak and the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and anyone seeking a memorable outing, this jeep tour is a perfect way to immerse in the rich history of the region while enjoying the great outdoors.
This immersive journey begins with a scenic drive toward the historic mining town of Cripple Creek, where visitors can appreciate awe-inspiring vistas along the way. Once in Cripple Creek, the adventure continues on the remote Shelf Road. This spectacular dirt road winds through towering canyons and offers panoramic views that will leave you breathless. Along the route, engaging narratives of local history, folklore, and legends will bring the area’s fascinating past to life, making each twist and turn of the journey even more captivating.
Whether considering a unique gift for a loved one or searching for an exhilarating outing for friends and family, the Cripple Creek Back Country Jeep Tour stands out as an exceptional choice. This experience promises not only stunning scenery and educational moments but also an opportunity to create cherished memories together. Treat someone special to a gift they'll remember for years to come!
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Experience Overview:
Cripple Creek Back Country Jeep TourHighlights
-An hour drive to historic Cripple Creek
-Views of Pikes Peak from different locations.
-Views of the majestic Sangre De Cristo Mountains
-A drive through the remote Shelf Road and back
-Discover interesting stories, history, and folklore
The Capacity
-4
The Duration
-4-4.5 hours
The Ages
-1 yrs and older
The Tour
-Drive to Cripple Creek, with views of Pikes Peak and interesting Colorado Landscape
-Tour Shelf Road. Remote dirt/rock road that goes through towering canyons. Impressive Colorado views.
-A stop at the Cripple Creek Heritage Center. Lots of interesting history, artifacts, and information about the area.
-For those that like to get away from the city and commercial locations.
Meeting Point
2615 W Colorado Ave
2615 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA
There is parking available around town, but we meet at 2615 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904. Meet in the parking lot 15 minutes prior to tour time.
What to expect:
Duration: 4 hours
Manitou Springs
Manitou Springs, Colorado
We start our journey driving in Manitou Springs. We will drive through this quant little mountain town and give insights on some things to do there.
Pass by without stopping
Woodland Park
Woodland Park, Colorado
We drive the Ute Pass to Woodland Park. This is a scenic drive with many little mountain towns in between. Here we have great views of the north slope of Pikes Peak, America's mountain.
Pass by without stopping
Cripple Creek
Cripple Creek, Colorado
We then drive over the the historic mining town of Cripple Creek, Colorado. There is a lot of history here and great views of the stunning Sangre de Cristo mountain range.
20 minutes
Shelf Road
Cripple Creek, Colorado
This is where we begin our journey on Shelf Road,one of Colorado's most scenic roads. This is a dirt road that travels through towering canyons and valleys. Once at the end, we turn around and go back.
1 hour
Manitou Springs
Manitou Springs, Colorado
We return to Manitou Springs the same way we came.
Pass by without stopping
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
Organized by
Mountain Jeep LLC
Product SKU: US-8740-0003
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Cripple Creek Scenic Drive and Heritage Tour
CO
people
1 participant
hours
- • Scenic Drive Through Historic Cripple Creek, Colorado
- • Enjoy A 4-Hour Journey With Spectacular Mountain Views
- • Experience Colorado’s Most Scenic Drive on Shelf Road
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