Pikes Peak

Driving

At the altitude of 14,115 feet, Pikes Peak is the 31st highest peak in Colorado. Pikes Peak Highway will take you to the summit house. Along the way, there are several observation sites and picnic areas to enjoy. The 19-mile highway is paved and open year-round, weather permitting.

Picnic sites

Observation sites

Hiking

Hikers requiring transportation from the summit must ensure they reach the summit before the posted closure to the summit and that their transportation is through the uphill gate by the posted gate hours, or they will be charged for the Pikes Peak staff overtime.

If you are hiking and are unsure if you will reach the summit of Pikes Peak before closing, be safe and turn around.

https://coloradosprings.gov/pikes-peak-americas-mountain/page/access-after-hours-restricted

General Information

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain is open year-round, weather permitting.

Pikes Peak-Americas Mountain, does not accept the America the Beautiful Pass Hours and Rates: https://coloradosprings.gov/pikes-peak-americas-mountain/page/pikes-peak-hours-and-rates?mlid=9056

Pikes Peak - America's Mountain does not accept the America the Beautiful pass. View hours and rates.

Emergency and after-hour fees: Hikers or visitors requiring emergency transport from Pikes Peak - America's Mountain staff will be required to pay a transportation or after-hour fee. Note: Pikes Peak staff will only transport as a matter of emergency or safety.

Pikes Peak Ranger District sign in front of office building.

Address: 601 South Weber Street Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone: 719-636-1602
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed for lunch 12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Closed on federal holidays)

Getting There

Latitude / Longitude

Latitude: 38.84015597

Longitude: -105.04300462

Elevation

14,115 feet

Travel Considerations

Conditions change frequently. It is recommended to call the prerecorded information line. The staff updates the information about 30 minutes prior to opening and then as conditions change throughout the day. Call 719-385-7325 for current road conditions.