![]() ![]() The interiors are kept at a constant temperature of 73☏ no matter the season with new heaters and air conditioning units. Inside each car, there are rows of 2 and 3 seats facing one another that are ideal for families to sit together. The train cars are brand new and were shipped over from Switzerland in 2019 as part of a multi-million dollar renovation. ![]() Chug along the 9 miles of railroad tracks that wind through Engelmann Canyon, past a gorgeous waterfall, and above the treeline to reach the 14,115-foot summit. Although there are several ways to reach the summit, the Pikes Peak Cog Railway is one of the most unique. On a clear day, you can see all the way to Kansas!Īs the highest peak on the Front Range, Pikes Peak is a staple part of any trip to Colorado. Year-round train rides up Pikes Peak Fantastic view of Colorado Springs from the Summit of Pikes Peak. The smell of the “World Famous” donuts is hard to resist, be sure to grab a few and see for yourself why they’re so popular. The Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center has a gift store, cafeteria, and restroom facilities, as well as plenty of interpretive displays and exhibits for learning the mountain’s history. Visitors will spend 30 minutes at the top of Pikes Peak before returning to the depot where they can browse souvenirs or head into town to explore. It passes through a variety of beautiful alpine landscapes before making it to the 14,115-foot summit. The Pikes Peak Cog Railway departs year-round from Manitou Springs.
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