Scenic Tour of the Pikes Peak Highway

Where do the tours begin?
Our tours pick up from our office location 2400 Naegele Road, Colorado Springs, CO 80904. Just off of Highway 24 in Old Colorado City.

How long does it take to get to the top of Pikes Peak?
​The Pikes Peak Highway is a 19 mile, steep, paved road to the summit of Pikes Peak. There are lots of winding switchbacks. If we went straight up the mountain with no stops, it would take about an hour. Our tour takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to the summit. While we may not make stops at every single location, there are a few points of interest along the tour that we’d like to show you including Crystal Reservoir, the Bigfoot sighting area, Devils Playground, the Bottomless Pit, the historic Glen Cove Inn, and of course, all the sights from the top of Pikes Peak which include views into Kansas and New Mexico. You can also see the Catamount Reservoirs and Rampart Reservoir. Plenty of time is allowed at the top where you can visit the Summit House and sample Pikes Peak’s world famous doughnuts!

Do your tours go all the way to the top?
Yes, our tours go all the way to the summit as we are allowed. Sometimes a weather event might prevent us, along with all other traffic, from being able to access the summit even if most of the Pikes Peak Highway remains open. We will always go as far as we can only if it’s open and absolutely safe to do so. Getting to the summit is never a guarantee.

Does the driver make stops along the way?
The driver makes 3 to 4 stops along the tour at certain points of interest. At the summit, you will have up to an hour of time to explore on your own before returning to the vehicle.

What if I need to use the restroom?
​Restrooms are available along the Pikes Peak highway and at the summit of Pikes Peak.

Which vehicle will we ride in?
Most of our Pikes Peak Tours will occur in a passenger van with captain’s chairs. If there is an especially large number of passengers, we might send multiple vans. If there is a very small number of passengers, a minivan might be used. If a child in your group needs to use a car seat or a booster seat, please bring yours and we will help you install it. If you need us to provide you with a booster or car seat, please call us to discuss.

Do you allow pets on the shuttle? We are a pet friendly company! If you wish to bring your pet along on your Pikes Peak shuttle, please reserve a private ride. Pets will not be allowed on the regular, shared ride tour. Be aware that pets are not allowed inside the Summit House or any other gift shop along the Pikes Peak Highway. Pets must always be leashed any time they are outside of the vehicle.