What point is most beautiful in Garden of the Gods?

The Kissing Camels rock formation is one of the most popular sites in Garden of the Gods. It's named for its two “camel” rocks that are positioned so they look like they're kissing each other. The Kissing Camels can be easily viewed from several of the trails through the park.



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For sunrise, a great place to capture Garden of the Gods with Pikes Peak in the background is from the parking area up on Mesa Road that overlooks the park.

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Garden of the Gods is one the most Instagram'ed areas of the Shawnee National Forest. Little do people know though, the wilderness section of the area on a really wet day hosts to multiple waterfalls that a person couldn't even count on using both hands and both feet.

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Hiking trails at the Garden of the Gods The park may seem small but you can spend an entire day hiking in the park. The trail system totals up to 15 miles. Here are some of the more popular hikes that offer great sights. 1) The Perkins Central Garden Trail is an easy, 1.5 mile round trip path with minimal elevation.

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Perkins Central Garden Trail is the most popular hike in Garden of the Gods because it is paved and has stunning views, making it the perfect trail for the entire family.

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Manitou Springs is a small town packed with vibrant character, located at the base of Pikes Peak just minutes from Garden of the Gods and downtown Colorado Springs. With countless unique shops for shopping and dining, Manitou also offers entertainment and events.

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There is a shuttle bus available that runs between the Overflow Lot, Visitor Center, and the Park (Click Here for Shuttle Information/Schedule). There is also trail and pedestrian tunnel access from the overflow lot to the Visitor Center and the Park.

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Located within a few miles of Manitou Springs, you can visit Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak in the same day. The views of both will keep you on a rocky mountain high for days. Garden of the Gods is a wonder at night.

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There are a few different hiking trails at Garden of the Gods. The easiest is probably Perkins Central Garden Trail, which takes about an hour and has no elevation gain. If you have time for only one trail, we recommend this one because it's short enough that even kids can do it, but it's still a lot of fun.

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