I Do NOT recommend this. I heard about this from other local nature lovers. I wanted to check it out but parking in that area is almost always overcrowded. Google Maps told me I had arrived as I drove around and around in circles but never saw a clearly marked sign or found an available parking spot. I finally gave up and found a trail and hiking nearby in a residential area at the end of a dead end street. I ended up lost after dark, one friend stayed with me while another found the car and picked us up. We all had a great attitude and made the best of what could have certainly been worse. But to be perfectly honest unless something changes to help people find the public trail and park nearby without paying an arm and leg I...
Read moreIncredible experience! I would highly recommend this hike to anyone who loves a small challenge to get the summit and witness some incredible views among the way! I was only in town for one day for work and wanted to hike really bad. We were in a 26ft moving truck so parking was almost impossible to find at garden of the gods bec it was so packed with people. I'm glad it was however, because I came across this hike in manitou springs and I can't wait to come back. Very peaceful, friendly and inviting place to hike. Not to mention Manitou springs was a really cool little town with shops, restaurants and very nice people. I live in Omaha, NE, and I will absolutely be back because of the trails...
Read more*Update 2 yrs later the supposed "Owner" of trail starts responding to reviews picks mine to then make a further redundant comment on my review now earning said trail less stars as it is clearly this "Owner" that is responsible for said signage. I was referring to signage ON your trail so not sure the point to your deflection I made mention of it in my review because I and others where helping ppl that were clearly getting confused in an area of trail that could easily be addressed. Instead of attempting to gain insight you opted to deflect just reiterating the point.
Redundant and misleading signage in town most likely an abuse of...
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