Colorado Springs sits at the foot of Pikes Peak, America's mountain, with two of Colorado's most unique and character filled climbing destinations right at its doorstep. Garden of the Gods delivers iconic red sandstone towers and fins in a visually stunning setting usually found in Utah, while Cheyenne Canyon offers a quieter, more adventurous alternative with granite rock routes and a couple ice climbs tucked into the foothills just south of the city. Known better for their scenic location and unique position you'll remember more than the climbing moves themselves making them well worth the trip.

The two areas complement each other well and between them cover a broad range of grades and styles. The bold, committing nature of the climbing rewards climbers who come prepared and experienced, and having a guide who knows the rock well makes a meaningful difference in getting the most out of both areas safely.

Colorado Climbing Company guides know Garden of the Gods and Cheyenne Canyon inside and out. This includes which routes are worth doing and how to navigate the more adventurous aspects of the climbing. Whether you're visiting Colorado Springs for the first time or looking to explore what the area has to offer beyond the obvious, it's one of the more visually spectacular places to climb anywhere in the Colorado.