📷 Photo by Melanie Magdalena on UnsplashGarden of the Gods
Colorado Springs, CO
A free city park where red sandstone fins stand upright in front of Pikes Peak. The paved loops are easy.
- Nearest town
- Colorado Springs, CO
- Category
- Nature & parks
- GPS
- 38.8784, -104.8698
Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.
Good to know
Best time to go
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. Cold, short days in December–February. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)
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Nearby
Campsites nearby
- Garden of the Gods RV ResortMotorhome stopover2 mi from Garden of the GodsMotorhomes
- Fountain Creek CampgroundMotorhome stopover2 mi from Garden of the GodsMotorhomesElectricity
- Foot of the Rockies RV ResortMotorhome stopover4 mi from Garden of the GodsMotorhomes
- B52 Scout Camping AreaCampsite10 mi from Garden of the GodsTentsFree
- The Meadow CampgroundMotorhome stopover10 mi from Garden of the GodsMotorhomesElectricity
- Falcon/Colorado Springs NE KOA HolidayMotorhome stopover17 mi from Garden of the GodsTentsMotorhomesElectricityWaste disposal
All campsites in Colorado · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026
FAQs
Where is Garden of the Gods?
Garden of the Gods is in Colorado Springs, CO, at GPS 38.8784, -104.8698. It is about 3 mi from Manitou Springs.
Can you camp near Garden of the Gods?
Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Garden of the Gods RV Resort, about 2 mi away; within 25 mi there are 48 campsites and motorhome stopovers.
Which road trips pass Garden of the Gods?
Garden of the Gods is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Colorado Springs to Rocky Mountain National Park.
What is there to see near Garden of the Gods?
Places worth a stop nearby: Pikes Peak Summit (10 mi), Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument (23 mi), Royal Gorge Bridge (38 mi) and Red Rocks Amphitheatre (57 mi).
When is the best time to visit Garden of the Gods?
The most pleasant months are usually May–June and September. Still fine, with some compromises, in July–August and October. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)