Location: Cascade
Top Things to do in Cascade
What to do and see in Cascade, Colorado (CO): The Best Things to do
Cascade is an unincorporated community and U.S. Post Office in El Paso County, Colorado, United States. The ZIP Code of the Cascade Post Office is 80809.
Restaurants in Cascade
1. Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7,607 reviews
Welcome to Pikes Peak - America's Mountain! The Pikes Peak Highway entrance is conveniently located 15 minutes west of Colorado Springs on Highway 24. The beauty of being so close to the city is that you can spend your time enjoying the mountain instead of getting to the mountains. Plan for your round trip journey to the summit to take 2-3 hours. The safe, scenic highway provides you the opportunity to enjoy Pikes Peak at your leisure. From the gateway at an elevation of 7,400 feet, you'll encounter some of the most breathtaking scenery in the world as you wind your way through an alpine wonderland of scenic beauty, mountain reservoirs, beyond timberline, overtaking the clouds...All along the way to the 14,115 foot summit of America's most famous mountain. Along the way, you'll discover the North Slope Recreation Area, Crystal Reservoir Gift Shop, Historic Glen Cove Inn, and the Summit House. There are three lakes for fishing, picnic areas, hiking trails, and breathtaking views. Stop and watch one of our "Meet the Ranger" Interpretive Programs and learn about the history, myths, flora and fauna on the mountain. All offer visitor services and basic necessities to make your day both enjoyable and memorable.
Reviewed By 866TaylorB - Chicago, United States
Since the popular Manitou and Pikes Peak Railway, the world's highest cog railroad, is undergoing repairs and is out of service until 2019, it makes the trip to the summit of Pikes Peak a very daunting challenge. Do you hike the Barr Trail or drive the Pikes Peak Highway? The historic slogan of the Colorado Gold Rush of 1858, Pikes Peak or Bust, seems very appropriate today. The last time my wife and I visited Colorado Springs, I took the cog railway to the top. My wife chose to have lunch at the Broadmoor. It was a wonderful experience. From the summit of the 14,114-foot mountain, I still recall looking to the west and seeing the outlines of Cripple Creek, the historic mining town we had visited the day before. Pikes Peak is the highest summit of the southern Front Range of the Rocky Mountains. Located in Pike National Forest, 12 miles west of downtown Colorado Springs, Colorado, it is named in honor of famed explorer Zebulon Pike, who was unable to reach the summit in 1806. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1961, Pikes Peak is one of Colorado's 54 14ers, mountains that rise more than 14,000 feet above seal level. Edwin James was the first European American to reach the summit in 1820. In 1913, William Wayne Brown drove his car, the Bear Cat, 20 miles to the summit in five hours and 28 minutes. There are three visitor centers on Pikes Peak--at six miles, at 12 miles and the summit. Over 600,000 people annual visit the top of the mountain. A new summit complex is currently under construction and will be completed in 2020. The cog railway makes for an interesting trip, going from one climate to another (it's always chilly at the top, even in July) and going through forest land, then above the tree line where there are no trees. The views at the summit, of course, are unobstructed. And they are breath-taking.
2. Pikes Peak Pickle Shack
3. North Pole - Santa's Workshop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 497 reviews
The North Pole is a Christmas Themed amusement park on the base of Pikes Peak. The park has over 24 rides, a village of shops, a magic show, several food areas and a village of unique shops. Plan for a full day of family fun! We are open mid May- December 24, check our website for exact dates!
Reviewed By Expedition599539
Our seven-year-old had a blast! We rode the train, visited Santa, sent postcards from the "North Pole," bought candied nuts, and shopped around. I wish more of the rides would have been open, but it was definitely worth it considering they discounted the cost of admission to FREE! Such a fun visit! Totally recommend for kids of all ages!
4. Myer's Gourmet Popcorn Factory
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
5. Pikes Peak Rock Shop
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5.0 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By sunshine1924
Great selection and prices. Staff are very friendly and helpful. If you like rocks and gems, you must go to this shop in Cascade.
6. Rockhound ATV Rentals
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 22 reviews
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