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Paint Mines Interpretive Park - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Paint Mines Interpretive Park

The Paint Mines Interpretive Park is a unique blending of geological, archaeological, historical and ecological resources. Near the west edge of the Great Plains of Eastern Colorado, in El Paso County, is the Paint Mines Interpretive Park of Calhan. The phrase “colorful Colorado” is affirmed here at this historic park with its chromatic display of colorful formations.
Address : 29950 Paint Mine Rd, Calhan, CO 80808, USA

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Peterson Air & Space MuseumPeterson Air and Space Museum is an aviation museum located at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, Colorado focused on the history the of Air Defense Command, Aerospace Defense Command and Air Force Space Command.The Museum preserves and portrays the rich aviation and space history of Colorado Springs and Peterson Air Force Base. From our barnstormer beginnings in the Roaring Twenties, through the daring exploits of our World War II pilots and into the modern space era.
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National Museum of World War II AviationThe National Museum of World War II Aviation is an aviation museum located at Colorado Springs Airport in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It features 28 fully restored flying aircraft, and several on-going restoration projects. Visitors can walk around the museum on their own and hosts are available to answer questions.
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Palmer ParkPalmer Park is a regional park in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Located at 3650 Maizeland Road, the park is several miles northeast of the downtown area. One of Best of the Springs Expert Picks - Sports & Recreation by The Gazette, Seth Boster states that it may have the city's best views of Pikes Peak and a place "where an escape into deep nature is easy. It is strange and marvelous to look out at urban sprawl while perched on some high rock ledge, surrounded by rugged wilderness.
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Austin Bluffs Open SpaceThis 500-acre park includes land from the University Park Open Space, Pulpit Rock Park and Austin Bluffs Park. The Open Space includes paved and gravel trails with great views of the mountains and the city. This was one of the earliest open spaces preserved through the City’s TOPS Program.
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Pulpit Rock ParkPulpit Rock Park is one of the highest altitude destinations to hike in Colorado Springs. There are so many rock formations to see and also there are so many things to see and study around.
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New Santa Fe Regional TrailThe New Santa Fe Regional Trail connects the Tri-Lakes area and northern Colorado Springs following the historic, right-of-way of the Atchison, Topeka, and Santa Fe Railroad. The trail is popular among hikers, cyclists, equestrians and families out for a stroll. Along the way you'll find interpretive signs, wildlife and interesting geological features, not to mention incredible views, in particular Pikes Peak. The trail passes through the town of Monument.

Discover More Attractions in El Paso County, Home of Paint Mines Interpretive Park

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El Paso County
El Paso County is one of the 64 counties of the U.S. state of Colorado. The county seat is Colorado Springs, the second-most populous city in Colorado. It is one of the iconic location in COlorado that is famous for its natural beauty and also for its architectural beauty.

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