Touring Colorado and looking for advice

[TexasStarr]

I used to live in the Springs, but I was wondering where some good places to take my daughter (an adult) to sight see. I will take her all around the Springs where I used to live. Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City....

Are there any special events happening at the end of the month maybe?

Thanks,
Starr

[snowbeard]

Originally Posted by TexasStarr

I used to live in the Springs, but I was wondering where some good places to take my daughter (an adult) to sight see. I will take her all around the Springs where I used to live. Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak, Manitou Springs, Old Colorado City....

Are there any special events happening at the end of the month maybe?

Thanks,
Starr

I recommend a trip to Estes Park. The Aspen are turning and if the Old Fall River Road is open, the trip to the Ranger Station atop Trailridge is a sightseer's delight. I'll be back in that area next week, and this is definitely on my "to do" list.

[TexasStarr]

Is that where The Overlook Hotel is located? LOL I think it was based in Estes Park or something.

[snowbeard]

Originally Posted by TexasStarr

Is that where The Overlook Hotel is located? LOL I think it was based in Estes Park or something.

The Stanley Hotel is there - that was the supposed inspiration for "The Shining" and the remake of the movie was done at the Stanley a few years back.

[CS Geisha]

Originally Posted by snowbeard

The Stanley Hotel is there - that was the supposed inspiration for "The Shining" and the remake of the movie was done at the Stanley a few years back.

Really? I didn't know that and now I must make a trip! I always thought it was filmed at Mt. Hood but growing up in Oregon it was probably just made up to boost our appeal as a state. :-D

I would suggest taking the cog train to the top of Pikes Peak. Driving can be a bit much if there are any tourists and the train is relaxing. I believe that the coffin races are over, but someone on here might no more about that than me.

[TexasStarr]

We did take the COG up Pikes Peak. Fabulous views for sure. Back home now and wish I didn't have to leave Colorado, but nonetheless I had to come home. Hopefully I will be back soon. I really enjoy it there.

[CS Geisha]

Originally Posted by TexasStarr

We did take the COG up Pikes Peak. Fabulous views for sure. Back home now and wish I didn't have to leave Colorado, but nonetheless I had to come home. Hopefully I will be back soon. I really enjoy it there.

I'm happy to hear that you had a wonderful time! I am originally from Oregon and I love being close to the mountains! I just wish there was more water here. :-)