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.
Cave of the Winds
Explore the lovely green spaces of Cave of the Winds and also enjoy the hiking trails in Cascade. Discover the mountain views and beautiful waterfalls in this family-friendly area.
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.
Top hotels in Highland Lakes
Garden of the Gods Resort and Club
The staff is so friendly and welcoming. The grounds are absolutely gorgeous! The room had amazing views and the fireplace added a nice level of coziness.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Cliff House at Pikes Peak
Cannot say enough about our stay! Helpful and inviting staff at such a charming hotel. We did not eat on site, but loved that it’s located adjacent to the cute downtown shops and restaurants. So great we want to make this a yearly couple getaway!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Chamonix Casino Hotel
We don’t have information about the place to eat
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
Golden Nugget Cripple Creek
I love the staff! We chose the Golden nugget because we knew we’d get a nice room. But The girls are wonderful and go out of their way to make us feel comfortable. The price is perfect every time. While we we there 3 times in 2 weeks, the TV didn’t work because of an issue with direct tv. Hoping ...
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Manitou Springs
I already can tell I’m in good hands. This place is so well-maintained, the front desk girl reached out to me to see my ETA, took such good care of me, it’s so peaceful and quiet, I am 10 times happier than at my last hotel, where I paid a lot more! This place is truly a gem!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Manitou Springs by IHG
Excellent customer service, rooms are exceptionally clean, great hot breakfast! The pillows were amazing and the bed was so comfortable. All around excellent!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Lakes
Rainbow Valley
Check out nearby sights like Mueller State Park while you're spending some time in Rainbow Valley and the surrounding area.
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 Arcade Amusements while in the area.
Northwest Colorado Springs
If you're spending some time in Northwest Colorado Springs, US Air Force Academy and Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame 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.
West Colorado Springs
While visiting West Colorado Springs, you might make a stop by sights like Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie Castle.
Highland Lakes Travel Guide
- Garden of the Gods
- US Air Force Academy
- Cave of the Winds
- Manitou and Pike's Peak Railway
- Manitou Incline
- Manitou Cliff Dwellings
- Golden Nugget Cripple Creek Casino
- Eleven Mile State Park
- Garden of the Gods Trading Post
- Manitou Springs Heritage Center
- Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center
- Miramont Castle
- North Slope Recreation Area
