2024 Leaf Peepin’ Season in Colorado Springs
“Colorful Colorado” truly gets its name during the Fall leaf-peeping season! If you are seeking a colorful vacation in Colorado Springs to see the aspens turn, the best time to visit is mid-September through mid-November; and book your lodging reservation at Flying Horse Resort & Club. Start your morning with a delightful breakfast at our Fortezza restaurant, then prepare for a day of adventure into the Pikes Peak Front Range. Better yet, bring your dog on your Leaf Peeping Vacation as there are dozens of trails that are dog-friendly!
Fall Dog Hikes In Colorado
Pikes Peak (multiple trail options)
Canine Notes: Dogs allowed within the Pikes Peak park but are not allowed on the Manitou Incline
After entering through the check-in station, there are a multitude of hiking trails within America’s Mountain that are filled with aspen groves. Many are low traffic trails as visitors tend to drive the 19 miles up to the 14er.
Recommendation: If you and your dog need a break after a hike in the Pikes Peak Region, we recommend visiting PubDog on your way back to the Resort.
The Crags Trail (Moderate, about 5 miles round trip)
Canine Notes: Dogs must be leashed
Named for rock formations that resemble stacks of hot cakes that dot the landscape, The Crags Trail travels through forests populated with fragrant pines, sunny-colored quaking aspens and an open field with a little creek. Prepare to be wowed by the view at the trail’s climax of Pikes Peak and the surrounding Rocky Mountains, while keeping an eye out for ancient bristlecone pines.
More Things To Do When You Visit Colorado Springs in Fall!
Ride the Famous Cog Railway
Imagine what you’ll discover on your 9-mile journey to the top of this 14,115-foot National Historic Landmark. The aspens begin to turn in late September through mid-October and are always a highlight. Don’t forget to order a donut at the summit!