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Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center

The Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center is a must-see for any nature lover. Situated in Teller County, Colorado, the center offers stunning views of the Rocky Mountains and the Garden of the Gods National Park. Visitors can learn about the area's history and geology at the on-site museum, go for a hike or bike ride on one of the many trails, or take a scenic cable car ride to the top of Pikes Peak. The nature center also offers a variety of educational programs for all ages.
Address : 647 Ridge Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80904, USA

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Rock Ledge Ranch Historic SiteRock Ledge Ranch Historic Site is a living history museum and farm, depicting life in the Pikes Peak region. Restored buildings and period-appropriate attired museum guides depict life in the Pikes Peak region in four time periods and in four different households: American Indian life in 1775; an 1860s cabin ; an 1880s farm; and a 1907 Edwardian Country Estate.
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Red Rock Canyon Open SpaceRed Rock Canyon Open Space is an icon for outdoor recreation enthusiasts in Colorado Springs, providing locals and Colorado visitors alike with one of the most versatile, beautiful and fun open spaces in the Pikes Peak regionThe park consists of a series of parallel ridges and eroded canyons.
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Garden of the GodsGarden of the Gods is a public park located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. It was designated a National Natural Landmark in 1971. The garden's red rock formations were created during a geological upheaval along a natural fault line millions of years ago. Archaeological evidence shows that prehistoric people visited Garden of the Gods about 1330 BC.The outstanding geologic features of the park, including Steamboat Rock, the Three Graces, and Balanced Rock.
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Manitou Cliff DwellingsThis is a rare historical treasure. Preserved under a protective red sandstone overhang, cliff dwellings over 800 years old await you here. You are encouraged to explore the dwellings room by room using a self-guided tour. The attraction was established using replica and reconstructed Pueblo cliff dwellings. An associated private museum features commercially-developed displays about Ancestral Puebloan peoples from the perspective of white settlers in the American West.
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Cave of the Winds Mountain ParkCave of the Winds Mountain Park is a popular tourist destination in Teller County. The park features a variety of attractions, including hiking trails, a scenic chairlift, and an observation deck that offers sweeping views of the nearby mountains. Visitors can also tour the historic Manitou Cave, which was once used by Native Americans as a place of refuge. Today, the cave is open to the public and offers a unique opportunity to see firsthand the geological formations that have shaped the area.
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Cave of the Winds Mountain ParkCave of the Winds is one of America’s favorite show caves, located at the base of Pikes Peak in Manitou Springs. On top of cave tours, they offer a slew of mountain activities, including a via ferrata, zip line and Terror-Dactyl among their most known attractions.

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Teller County
Teller County is located in central Colorado, just west of El Paso County. The county seat is Cripple Creek, and the county population is just over 23,000. Teller County is home to several small towns and communities, including Woodland Park, Divide, Florissant, and Victor. The county is named after General William J. Teller, who served in the Colorado territorial legislature and was a member of the first state legislature. Teller County is known for its beautiful scenery and outdoor recreation

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