Garden of the Gods: Perkins Central Garden Trail

Manitou Springs, CO

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Garden of the Gods: Perkins Central Garden Trail

Garden of the Gods is a must-see for any visitor to Colorado Springs, ranking up there with Pikes Peak and the U.S. Air Force Academy. There are 19 significant rock formations found in Garden of the Gods, and the Perkins Central Garden Trail passes around more than half. This easy 0.6-mile round-trip trail is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers and located in the heart of the park, at the base of the highest rock formations.

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Trail Statistics & Information

ActivityHiking
Nearby CityManitou Springs
Length0.9 mi
Elevation Gain200 ft
Skill LevelEasy
Duration.8 hours
SeasonYear Round
Trailhead Elevation6,400 ft
Top Elevation6,600 ft
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