Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is the second largest city in Colorado, behind Denver to the north, and defines the northeastern tip of the south central region of the state. Attractive mountain scenery is nearby.

How to reach

Fly

* Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) - This is a full-service airport, but small enough to be able to get in and out quickly. Recent renovations, including free wireless internet, make it a very nice place to wait for an hour or two if you arrive early for your flight. Airport is located 11 miles east of downtown Colorado Springs.

* Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB) - Small full-service airport located 40 miles south of downtown offering regional commercial air service.

* Denver International Airport (DEN) - Located 80 miles north of Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs Shuttle is currently the only shared shuttle service between Colorado Springs and DIA; it is also possible via a multi-stage bus ride.

Drive

* Interstate 25 is the only Interstate, running north-south through the city. Colorado Highway 83 provides a secondary route between East Denver and The Springs. US Highway 24 connects the city with mountain communities to the West and Limon Colorado on the Eastern Plains.

* Denver is 70 miles north on I-25.

* Albuquerque is about 380 miles south on I-25.

Bus

* Front Range Express, commutes between Denver and Colorado Springs, includes wireless internet.

* Greyhound bus terminal is at 120 S. Weber St., in downtown Colorado Springs.

Places to see

* Garden of the Gods. A series of dramatic sandstone formations, enclosed by a city park. Excellent for hiking and technical rock climbing. free.

* Pikes Peak. The most famous peak in Colorado, inspiring the song America, the Beautiful, dominates over the city to the west. Drive to the top, or ascend by Cog Rail. Feeling fit? Hike up Barr Trail to the summit, especially beautiful in the summer with all the wild flowers. Feeling really fit? Run up during the Pikes Peak Ascent or run up AND down in the Pikes Peak Marathon.

* Cave of the Winds. A series of caves near Manitou Springs, offering tours.

* Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. A small, scenic mountain zoo with many exotic animals.

* Seven Falls. A privately owned series of falls and nature trails.

* United States Olympic Training Center. Major U.S. Olympic training facility, with an aquatic center, gymnasiums, shooting center, and velodrome. Free tours daily.

* United States Air Force Academy. Academy nestled in the foothills of the Rampart range at the north end of town, you can tour the famous Chapel and other sights.

Things to do

* Hiking

* Horseback Riding

* Rock Climbing

* Whitewater Rafting

These and many other features make Colorado Springs the best place to call home. The Colorado Springs real estate market has seen some good business. With more and more people coming to Colorado Springs in search of homes for sale in Colorado Springs, the Colorado Springs real estate will always be the number one choice. Those of you looking for a dream home in Colorado Springs may consult a reputed Colorado Springs REALTOR for your specific needs, and if you have any questions about Colorado Springs commercial real estate you may please contact Mike Stuard.