Drury Inn & Suites Colorado Springs Near the Air Force Academy

Best all around trail in the area, if you live in the Springs area, this trail should be done at least once a month. If you are traveling through then Falcon should be on your to do list. Great climbs and super flowy descents. Trail is very well maintained and is usable pretty much the entire year weather permitting. You will need ID to enter. For more information, visit:...

Starting in Monument, CO this trail passes through the Air Force Academy grounds and connects with Pikes Peak Greenway. A fairly short drive from Denver brings you to the town of Palmer Lake which was named after General William Jackson Palmer. General Palmer was a man who seemed to accomplish more in one year than most people do in a lifetime. His early interest in railroading led him to a successful career in that field. While still quite young, he was sent to Great Britain to learn about...

The North gate to base is closed on weekends. Use academy Dr exit for alternate entrance. This trail is only accessible if one has a military ID or upon approval of military police at the guard post. Picture the "wall" of the side of a chocolate layer cake. Imagine making one knife cut down through that wall. Pull out your imaginary knife (so you won't get hurt) and gaze into the slit you've created. Now transfer this image to the front range of the Rocky Mountains, behind the Air Force...

Make sure to park at the Air Force Visitor Center before heading up the trail access road! Eagles Peak Trail is an extremely popular hike up the dominant peak in the vicinity of the cadet area, and for good reason! It's gorgeous and packed full of incredible views. Though it is shown on the maps as North Peak, most call it Eagle Peak. If you attempt to hike this trail during winter, micro spikes and walking poles are highly recommended.