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🧗 Outdoor Adventures for Kids in Colorado Springs, CO

6 hiking, farms, nature centers, and outdoor adventure spots rated and reviewed by families.

Activities & Venues in Colorado Springs

Garden of the Gods park in Colorado Springs, CO🌳 Park
Photo: Steve Meier
4.9(56,984)Free

Garden of the Gods is a stunning natural playground featuring towering red rock formations that will spark kids' imaginations and sense of adventure. With paved and unpaved trails ranging from easy stroller-friendly paths to more challenging hikes, plus a free visitor center with interactive exhibits, it's perfect for families wanting to experience Colorado's natural beauty without the entrance fees of national parks.

🕑 2-4 hours

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Pikes Peak - America's Mountain tourist attraction in Colorado Springs, CO🧗 Adventure
Photo: Pikes Peak - America's Mountain

Pikes Peak offers families an unforgettable Colorado adventure to the clouds at 14,115 feet! Whether you drive the scenic Pikes Peak Highway or ride the historic Cog Railway, kids will be amazed watching the landscape transform from forests to alpine tundra, culminating in breathtaking 360-degree views from the summit. The visitor center at the top features exhibits, restrooms, and the famous high-altitude donuts that have become a beloved tradition.

🕑 3-4 hours total (including 2 hours driving round-trip or 3+ hours for the Cog Railway experience with time at the summit)

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Red Rock Canyon hiking area in Colorado Springs, CO🌳 Park
Photo: Cody Mcintosh
4.8(7,007)Free

Red Rock Canyon offers families a stunning natural playground with dramatic red rock formations and trails suitable for all skill levels. The park combines easy, stroller-friendly paths perfect for little ones with more adventurous hiking options and rock climbing areas that will thrill older kids, all while offering excellent opportunities to spot local wildlife like deer, rabbits, and various bird species.

🕑 2-4 hours depending on which trails you choose and your children's hiking pace

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Chapungu Sculpture Park at Centerra park in Colorado Springs, CO🌳 Park
Photo: William Sowle

Chapungu Sculpture Park offers a unique cultural experience where kids can explore over 80 hand-carved African stone sculptures set among beautifully landscaped gardens. The wide, stroller-friendly paths make it easy to navigate with little ones, and the free admission means families can enjoy world-class art without breaking the budget. It's a peaceful outdoor adventure that combines art appreciation with fresh air and open space for kids to explore.

🕑 45 minutes to 1.5 hours

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The Broadmoor Seven Falls tourist attraction in Colorado Springs, CO🌳 Park
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The Broadmoor Seven Falls delivers jaw-dropping natural beauty that will captivate kids and adults alike with its series of seven cascading waterfalls plunging 181 feet down a dramatic canyon. Families can ride the mountain elevator to the top, explore hiking trails at various difficulty levels, and experience the magical illuminated falls at night when the waterfalls are lit up in changing colors,a truly unforgettable spectacle for children.

🕑 2-4 hours depending on hiking ambitions and whether you dine at the restaurant

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Venetucci Farm wedding venue in Colorado Springs, CO🌾 Farm
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4.4(235)$

Venetucci Farm is a genuine working farm where families can experience authentic agriculture firsthand. Kids get their hands dirty picking fresh vegetables, exploring the farm during guided tours, and participating in seasonal events like the beloved free pumpkin patch in fall. It's a wonderful opportunity to teach children where their food comes from while enjoying the beautiful Colorado outdoors.

🕑 1.5-2 hours

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