Well, considering the weather was still cool, the park was clean and the other patrons (pet and…read moreotherwise) were friendly. Walking around was nice and the water feature was inviting to look at.

We saw some really cool stuff here including a duck that had made a next by the small waterfall…read more The pond is fun to walk around and there were baby geese that my kids enjoyed watching. The playground is pretty good and had an interesting merry-go-round of sorts. There is also a cool rock bridge you can cross as you walk around the pond. The ice-cream truck came by while we were there as well.

Views of mountains, the amazing design of the art, the lawn to fly a kite, the unique free flowing…read moredesign of the bridge, all of these things should capture your attention and draw you in for a relaxing visit at the park! Paid parking but it's super cheap so show up and have a good time. You can thank me later because whenever you have friends or family visit Colorado, this will be a spot you start shuttling everyone to tour! There is also a museum which does have a fee so if you have extra time and a few bucks pop in!

Really beautiful park! Situated with Mountain View's in the back! You can walk from the Olympics…read moremuseum over the bridge to it or park alongside the park! It's free to explore. There are bathrooms available as well. The big circle is a fountain in the summer!

Trail Series, Part 20 In an effort to explore as many trails…read morein Colorado as possible, our next stop was "Stratton Open Space Park" located in Colorado Springs. Their multitude of trails welcome hikers, runners, mountain bikers, leased dogs, and equestrians. Although access isn't provided to the "Gold Camp Reservoir," your dog is welcome to enjoy a refreshing dip in the waters of the "Mesa Reservoir" (fishing and human swimming is prohibited). There are numerous great views of the surrounding mountains, the valley below, and the iconic Broadmoor Hotel, so be prepared to snap a few pics. Convenient parking is provided and all hiking and running abilities are able to enjoy these trails (including those with strollers/baby joggers when accessing the wide and well maintained fire access road). This trail is easily accessible from The Springs and offers something for nearly everyone. And that's...Henry's Take. #coloradotrails #hikingcoloradosprings #runningcoloradosprings

This is such a beautiful trail. Easy access, not a lot of people, wide trail space, and the most…read moreamazing views. Only downside is the construction on the 2 ponds next to each other. Both are currently gated & 1 is entirely dried up. Other than that, this is my favorite trail in Colorado Springs.

The brunch is upscale, especially the mimosas. They were the best around. They have a nice variety…read moreand even though we were there on a busy Mother's Day, we got right in.

I wanted some vibes like Garden of the gods but did not want the crowds so I checked out Red Rock…read moreCanyon Open Space! I was really impressed with this open space. Parking was easy, they had plenty of spots while I was visiting. They've got something for everyone! Hiking trails, bike park/paths, rock climbing (permit needed), an off leash dog park. I specifically went for the hiking trails. They were great for my 4 year old. When I go with him I try to look for trails under 3 miles. My only complaint is I wish they had real bathrooms by the parking lot. The porta potty was pretty gross. P.s. you can see garden of the gods from this park! They are pretty close to each other!

Beautiful park with a tiny lake and mountain views. Easy parking in two parking lots, a…read morewalking/running loop around the lake, a playground, and public bathrooms. This was an excellent place to go for a run alone while feeling safe and still being immersed in nature. On a Friday morning there were plenty of people walking around which made me feel safe but not over crowded. I saw ducks, turtles, and lots of birds. People were paddle boarding and kayaking. It is close to neighborhoods where you could potentially extend your run for mileage as the lake loop is about one mile around. I saw people reading and relaxing on a blanket in the grass and having professional photos taken, a great park for many activities!

Always love a space that is filled with tranquility. This is a perfect little lake loop for a short…read moreand serene walk. My son and his gf discovered it this past weekend and brought me for some fresh air after our morning coffee, before it was time for a full day of travel to make it back to LA. We love long walks and if you want to loop this several times you can get in a little bit of mileage but it's only about 1 mile around. I can definitely see us running the neighborhood and tossing in a bunch of laps here. We jokingly said we'd train for our April ultra here, hahaha - totally not running over 30 loops, no matter how many times we changed the direction. Also fairly certain we could run a short ultra tomorrow morning if we had a decent dinner before bed. It is however, a great option for training since there's a restroom and parking lot - if you're training for a shorter distance. The weather was stunning (as it had snowed over night and into the early morning) and only a couple of joggers were out. If you appreciate peaceful and calm spaces beside bodies of water, this is the neighborhood gem of a park that you'll be grateful to spend time at.

Excellent place to go exercise, relax, go on a picnic, take your kids to the playground, enjoy…read morenature. It's by far my favorite place to go in a run.

I have only ever been here for the pickleball courts but let me say... these are, in my opinion,…read morethe best pickleball courts in Colorado Springs. They are always so well maintained! They are always packed with people, but there are a ton of courts so I'd say you can usually always find one open! Or a pair of people playing that you can join (make some friends). In the warmer months, there are more courts open and when it gets to winter months, they seem to close off the back courts. Which has been a bummer because this winter has felt like the summer. But it's not that big of a deal! The lighting at night is great and there is a good amount of parking leading into the park. I have no complaints and every time I come, I'm happy.

This is a great park! It's a nice open space with a beautiful view of the mountains. The paved…read moretrail goes all the way to I-25 and hooks up with several other trails, so it's a long distance runner's dream. They have disc golf and a nice play area for the kids. And the park does, of course, feature a creek. I added some pics, though some of these are from the creek further along the trail. It's gorgeous!!

it's quite lovely especially for being in the middle of town. My kids love walking the trails along…read morethe creek. Makes my dog pretty happy too

I liked this hike! It took me about 30-40 minutes to get up, with some stops along the way for…read morepictures. The road was paved nicely. There are cool white structures you can climb on as you approach the main pulpit rock.

I've passed by this spot for ages and always thought about hiking to the summit. I finally made it…read morehappen! Parking is a breeze and right at the trailhead. There are tons of signs to guide you all the way up. This hike is really easy, making it perfect for families. The views from the top are amazing! You can see the entire west side of Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods, USAFA, and Pikes Peak. It took me around 45 minutes to reach the top from the parking area.

Very nice place to visit! I went there once almost 30 years ago, and the visit has remained one of…read moremy favorite memories about Colorado. So much has changed compared to today! The waterfall is still beautiful though! As mentioned in other reviews, I would highly recommend making your reservation online before your visit. Try to get the earliest time slot available. Also, wear good walking shoes and bring enough water! It seems like the way you get to Seven Falls has changed quite a bit. I don't remember having to park downhill and take a shuttle to the entrance. The walk to the waterfall, although still beautiful, also feels narrower and more developed than I remember. There are more walkways and structures along the way, which make the experience feel a little more tourist-oriented, or, as I kept thinking, a little "Disneyfied." It's still a beautiful walk, but perhaps not quite as natural or rustic as I remember it from 30 years ago. We went on a Sunday morning in September, and the weather was beautiful. We arrived shortly after 9 a.m. and had no trouble finding parking. We only had to wait about 10 minutes for the next shuttle. If you purchased your tickets ahead of time, they simply scan them while you're waiting in line, so the process was very quick. The shuttle drops you off by the big fence. From there, you walk to the waterfall. It is an uphill walk, but not too steep, and the walkway follows alongside a beautiful stream. Along the way, there is a tunnel you can walk through, with an elevator at the end that takes you to a viewpoint and gift shop. There is also a staircase outside the tunnel that takes you to the same place. You can take the elevator back down or choose to use the stairs. After some more walking, you reach the waterfall. There is a seating area at the bottom where you can relax and enjoy the view. There are 224 stairs to climb if you want to get to the top of the waterfall, but that part is optional. You can admire the waterfall from the bottom. The stairs to the top are definitely tiring! Use the handrails whenever you can, and don't hesitate to stop and rest if you need to. Once you reach the top, there are two trails you can take for further exploration--one is shorter (20 min. round trip) and the other is longer (40 min.). There are signs to guide you. All of the staff members we encountered were friendly and helpful.

Worth the climb and the extra hike up to the very top! If you're able and love hiking this is a…read moreperfect experience. They also have zip lines that go through the canyon. Beautiful views!

When visiting Colorado, I had a lot more places on my list than I knew we would be able to visit…read morejust because of how amazing the state is. I know a lot of people drive up from Texas, but it's for a good reason...we just don't have the mountains, and the amount of waterfalls in our area. If you have to choose one thing to do, I would definitely choose to come to helen hunt falls. Its adventurous enough to feel like you actually did something, but safe enough to know that you are able to go to a small store to get snacks or use a bathroom if needed. I chose to not hike up to the falls, and instead go down into the river bank. The rocks are very slippery, so be careful. The water is really cold, but it's so refreshing on a hot July day. We had a blast coming here. And one of the best things is that it was absolutely free! I would definitely come here again, and I'm already making sure it's on our list for next time!

Super amazing quick little hike that you can drive up to near manitou springs with a good amount of…read morefree parking. The views from on top and bellow are spectacular and this is definitely meant for all ages. The twisty roads might be a little challenging for some drivers but it is definitely worth the drive if you can make it here!