Colorado Springs Aerial Sports Travel Guide

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Aerial view of Mountain of the Gods in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Mountain of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Colorado (Matt Inden/courtesy, Weaver Multimedia Group/Colorado Tourism)
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Colorado Springs Aerial Sports Travel Tips

By Kim Lipker
  • The Air Force isn't the only thing that soars over Colorado Springs. Glider rides, rentals, and instructors are typically found in Black Forest, which is a community 50 miles northeast of Colorado Springs.
  • If you've always wanted to take a hot air balloon ride, this may be the place to do it. With views of Pikes Peak to the west and of the plains to the east, you'll see why "America the Beautiful" was penned in Colorado Springs. Launches last approximately two to three hours and cost depends on the number of passengers, the event, and the locations to be seen.
  • On Labor Day weekend, look to the skies in Colorado Springs for the annual Colorado Springs Balloon Classic. More than 100 hot-air balloons are launched from the city's Memorial Park. Admission is free.
  • A visit to the United States Air Force Academy is the ultimate adventure. Although not a literally an active aerial sport, you must go to the visitor center and take the self-guided tour. You will be blown away by the aviation sciences and airmanship: soaring, parachuting, navigation, aeronautics, and astronautics. The Wings of View up-close is quite an experience.

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Magnificent scenic beauty, a favorable climate, and dreams of gold have lured visitors to Colorado Springs and neighboring Pikes Peak Country for well over 100 years. Read More

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Hotels

from: $105

Cheyenne Canon Inn

2030 W. Cheyenne Boulvard
Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Map

Distance: 3.8 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 2 class stars

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Blue Skies Inn B&B

402 Manitou Ave.
Manitou Springs, CO 80829 Map

Distance: 4.7 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: Not Yet Rated
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from: $160

The Broadmoor

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1 Lake Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Map

Distance: 3.3 mi.
(from destination center)

Hotel Class: 5 class stars

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Attractions

United States Air Force Academy

expert favorite attraction
Good For Aerial Sports
Off I-25 exit 156B
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Distance: 11.6 mi. (from destination center)

Description:

Colorado Springs' pride and joy got its start in 1954 when Congress authorized the... Read More

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Arkansas River

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Distance: 38.3 mi. (from destination center)

Description: Colorado Springs is close to some of the best whitewater rafting in the country. The Arkansas River provides a host of rafting options for those new and old to the sport. ... Read More
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Garden of the Gods

1805 N. 30th St
Colorado Springs, Colorado

Distance: 3.9 mi. (from destination center)

Description:

One of the West's unique geological sites, the 1,300-acre Garden of the Gods is a giant rock... Read More

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Airports

Major Airports near Colorado Springs

Distance (mi.)
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport 5.7 map
Denver International Airport 69.9 map
Albuquerque International Airport 279.6 map

Other Smaller Airports near Colorado Springs

Distance (mi.)
Pueblo Memorial Airport 41.9 map
Alamosa Municipal Airport 112.4 map
Fort Collins/Loveland Municipal Airport 121.8 map

Flight Deals to Colorado Springs

Originating From
Phoenix (PHX) to Colorado Springs (COS) $165
Ontario (ONT) to Colorado Springs (COS) $233
Baltimore (BWI) to Colorado Springs (COS) $242
Chicago (CHI) to Colorado Springs (COS) $381

Colorado Springs Vacation Rentals

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from: $190

Moose Hus: Beautiful Mountain View Home

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Sleeps: 11
Amenities: BBQ, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Fireplace, Full kitchen, Garage, Laundry, Linens, No Pets, Non-Smoking, Phone, Stove
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from: $99

Colorado Springs United States - Old Town Guesthouse

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 2
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Alarm Clock, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Dishwasher, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Hot Tub, Internet Access, Jacuzzi, Kitchenette, Linens, Microwave, Phone, Refrigerator, Swimming Pool, Towels
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Cozy Cottage By Garden of the Gods

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Sleeps: 7
Amenities: Air Conditioning, Cable/Satellite TV, Complimentary Breakfast, Dishwasher, Iron, Laundry, Microwave, Pets OK, Playground, Refrigerator, Restaurant, Swimming Pool, Utensils
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