Highland Lakes Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Garden of the Gods
Garden of the Gods is one of the more well-known attractions to visit during your trip to Colorado Springs. Discover the area's mountain views and sunrises.
Pikes Peak
Explore Pikes Peak, a popular spot to commune with nature in Cascade, and enjoy the mountain views. Amble around this romantic area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
US Air Force Academy
Explore the campus of US Air Force Academy, a top university in USAF Academy. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or seek out the hiking trails.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Visit the native and exotic animals who live at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo during your travels in Colorado Springs. Discover the mountain views in this family-friendly area or enjoy its hiking trails.
The Broadmoor Seven Falls
Enjoy the mountain views and explore The Broadmoor Seven Falls, a lovely green space in Colorado Springs. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area or seek out the hiking trails.
Cave of the Winds
Explore the lovely green spaces of Cave of the Winds and also enjoy the hiking trails in Cascade. Discover the beautiful waterfalls and mountain views in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Highland Lakes
Glen Eyrie Castle & Conference Center A Ministry of the Navigators
Our room was so pretty, the mattress quite comfy, and it is so fun to wander around the castle! A lot of history to read about and see! Parking is plenteous and easy. Breakfast was delicious, the biscuits and gravy are amazing! Everyone on staff is so helpful and friendly, would definitely stay ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
The hotel and area is very nice. Beautiful. I wasn’t satisfied with the massage at the spa considering I asked for deep tissue and paid over $700 for a couples massage. I left still feeling like I needed a massage. Other than that, the food was delicious at the onsite restaurant. The views were amazing. ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Manitou Springs
Breakfast is good, you can see Pikes Peak from the hotel with easy access to the mountain. Rooms are good-sized. Nice stay overall, Manitou Springs itself is a bit pricey but nice.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Manitou Pikes Peak Hotel
Clean room, friendly staff, great hot tub and good breakfast
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Chamonix Casino Hotel
It was a very clean and hospitable establishment. Room was nice and beds comfortable. Only thing was that it advertised, it had a heated pool, but colder then cold and couldn't enjoy the swim.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
I was disappointed with my stay at the Cliff House. There was construction happening all around the front of the hotel and throughout the inside as well, and I was never made aware of it when booking. When paying a higher rate for a stay, guests should at least have the option to know about major ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Lakes
Cascade-Chipita Park
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Cascade-Chipita Park. You might want to make time for a stop at North Pole Colorado or North Slope Recreation Area.
Manitou Springs Historic District
Manitou Springs Historic District is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manitou Springs Heritage Center and Ruxton's Trading Post while in the area.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
Northwest Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Northwest Colorado Springs, US Air Force Academy and Flying W Ranch Chuckwagon Suppers and Original Western Stage Show are top sights worth seeing.
Midland
While visiting Midland, you might make a stop by sights like Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Ghost Town Museum.
Old Colorado City
Old Colorado City is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Simpich Showcase Theatre, a top place to visit in the area.
