Wonderful place to take my dog to the dog park or just go for a walk in the tall pine trees. Very…read morepeaceful place. Never too crowded but also enough people around so you know civilization is close-by. Very pretty ponds with turtles. Nicely groomed walking trails all over. Clean restrooms too.

Love this place! There is a hidden stunning (lake) you'll…read morefind if you walk/hike up the park or if you drive up there to the parking lots in the forest behind these wonderful and spectacular ponds! The view really IS breath-taking! * It is the perfect LUNCH get-a-way * Chitchat hotspot * Dog-Walking Paradise * Picnic Area/Hub Or * Picture-Photography Scenery You'll encounter out/up there. It seems to be very family friendly with grilling zones, lots of benches to sit on and soccer/volleyball play grounds with restrooms at the bottom. A dream of A "Mecca"!

Palmer Lake is yet another marvelous Colorado locale. It offers what any overstimulated city brain…read moreneeds: quiet, crisp Colorado air and an abundance of trails. Wandering the paths past the esteemed Estemere is postcard perfect. Back at the lake, you stop mid-stride just to take in the reflection of the mountains on the water. It's a typical Colorado landscape - but in some places it would be the best thing in 1,000 miles! Sometimes the best antidote to city life is a simple trail and a beautiful lake.

Beautiful lake and surrounding area. We parked in the parking lot across from the lake across the…read morestreet from the Three Farm Girls and O'Malley's Steak Pub. The parking lot has two electric car charging stations. There's a pedestrian bridge to walk over to the lake area. It's so pretty to walk over and look at the views. The bridge was built so people didn't have to cross the train tracks to get to the lake. You can donate to the upkeep of the area by purchasing train designs - a caboose, locomotive, box car or a square on a box car through the Palmer Lake restoration project. These are so cute and memorable to read and admire as you cross the pedestrian bridge. We walked over and it's accessible for wheelchairs or strollers. Very handy to pull your younger kids along on a wagon. We watched people fishing and kayaking. Very peaceful with a couple of benches to sit at. Stop by on your drive.

We love this park! It's so different than where we usually go. Tons of tall pine trees so great for…read moreshade. Good sized, great for exploring and sniffing all the things. There are also benches throughout park plus some dog agility equipment. Important things: There are several trash cans throughout however, the poop bag containers are "bring some to share" meaning there may not be poop bags available all the time. Definitely bring your own. Several people bring bowls and water to share but I would recommend bringing your own. There is a separate small dog area too.

This is not a dog park. This is nature. Nature where your dog gets to roam free…read more Seriously blown away by this dog park. A true hidden gem in the Colorado Springs area. Took my little, crazy puppy there this weekend, and was blown away by all the trees and pathways you could take within the dog park (let alone the full park). As someone that loves to take her dog on long hikes in the middle of nowhere and allow him to run free (when no one is around and there are no leash laws), this park gave me the perfect place to take him when I can't drive a few hours for one of our solitude hikes but I still want him to run free in nature. All the dogs are great, and due to how big the park is, no dog showed signs of being territorial.

I really enjoyed this peaceful hike and would definitely recommend doing this in the spring,…read moresummer, or fall. It was around 2-3 miles round trip and very flat for most of it so it would quite easy for the beginner/intermediate hiker. On the way there we passed by several beautiful flower fields and even saw some wild deer! The monument rock itself was a nice sight to see and I guess you could say stuck out like a sore thumb!

I have been taking my Truck to Bobby since 2018. Each time I do, I have been extremely satisfied…read more He and his colleagues have exceeded expectations. I continue to highly recommend Monument Auto Clinic

Mind numbing Loops around Palmer Lake for 24 Hours? You betcha! I mean I signed up for this. Might…read moreas well rock it! I signed up because I thought it would be interesting and fun. I've been a big city and small town marathoner for over 13 years now, and have dipped my toe in the ultramarathon world in recent years, trying a hand in going beyond the 50 km mark, without avail. I arrived here fresh and ready to tackle 24 hours of Palmer Lake here in Palmer Lake, Colorado on the last Saturday morning of September 2023 around 7:15am. It is a low-key race that features 24 hours of loops around the lake. The course itself is very runnable dirt path that's about less than a mile long. The course is generally flat. There was no expo for this race, but there was packet pick up the day before, which was held out outdoors type store in Monument, Colorado. We picked up our packet and we were in and out within a minute. Literally a minute. No line. We just had to tell them our name and they looked us up in on a list and we received our packets instantly. The formula was simple, do as many laps around the lake as you can within the allotted time of 24 hours. The race would keep track of you by an electronic chip that is worn on your ankle. We would count our labs by running over a timing mat that would be read electronically. There was two large television screens that were on site before and after the timing station that provided live results. It'll show us how much we've done so far, which helps for our mental sanity. For the most part though, this race does help the Lake Palmer community by its donation to keep the park nice, clean, and neat. There is one main aid station that holds the food and other aid that runners may need throughout the event - day and overnight. At 2am, who doesn't need to have ramen while running? The overall experience here at the 2023 24 Hours of Palmer Lake was educational, fun, and inspiring, while being exhilarating and exhausting at the same time. A few of the runners at the top of the field manage to wrangle their 100 mile goal. Others who have their own mileage goals came to play. I managed to capture 50km for my 2nd round marathon/ultra 50 states here in Colorado & the race was my 120th marathon/ultra lifetime. Truth be told that I wanted more than 50km, but had to take a break because I was falling asleep on the course after 9pm. The temperature dropped after 10pm and was windy. I didn't realize that the real feel temps dropped to 41 F, rather than 55 F that was reported overnight that weekend. I decided to seek shelter at the main aid station for majority of the overnight hours, but managed to get up and out to for a few more laps before ending it at 50km. It was nice to see familiar faces and meet new friends. My only regret that I didn't push myself when I was tired but the body knows what it needs. During the day was nice and peachy, but as the sun sets, it gets interesting especially with the usage of the head lamp. After the race, we turned in our timing ankle bracelets to the timing guy and proceeded to watch the award ceremony. It was short and congratulated the winners before we had to pack up and head out of the area. It was one of those races where you want to be there and running is a great way to escape the ordinary and be extraordinarily. At least for a day. If you're ever wondering what it's like to be an ultra runner or participate in your first race, consider the 24 Hours of Palmer Lake if you are in the area or will travel to the area. 24 Hours of Palmer Lake is staged annually at the Palmer Lake Regional Park in Palmer Lake, Colorado. Registrations are tendered online at ultrasignup website, so they accept major credit cards there. Best thing to do is register early enough and not wait to the last minute. Or waiting to book travel. There is one main aid station on the loop, which has basically everything you would need during the course of race day and into the overnight hours of the event. The race staff is awesome and friendly. As far as parking goes, there are two parking areas, but the southern parking lot is the closest one to the race course. The other one you need to cross over an active railroad crossing. And yes, the active railroad crossing is active 24/7, so you would hear the trains coming at all hours of the day and night. Much like air travel. For the most part though, the event is great for anyone who wants to try their hand at ultra distances. Or need extra time tackling their first half or full marathon. And if you are trying to do your 50 states half marathon or marathon for Colorado, this one is awesome too. 5.0 stars for the overall experience. Support local! A+

Quaint, hipster little town. It has some local shops, as well as some touristy type places to buy…read moresouvenirs. The view is nice, with this town being at the base of the mointaind. It has a nice little mountain vibe and it's fun to walk from one end to the other to browse the shops.

Manitou Springs is an adorable, quaint little Rocky Mountain village outside of Colorado Springs…read morethat is a *must* for folks who enjoy an active lifestyle. The stairway to heaven known as the Manitou Incline https://www.yelp.com/biz/the-incline-manitou-springs is here, as well as nearby Cave of the Winds https://www.yelp.com/biz/cave-of-the-winds-mountain-park-manitou-springs, Pike's Peak https://www.yelp.com/biz/pikes-peak-americas-mountain-cascade-2 and Garden of the Gods https://www.yelp.com/biz/garden-of-the-gods-visitor-and-nature-center-colorado-springs with all of their trails and scenic views. Plus, you can sip from several different naturally carbonated springs http://manitoumineralsprings.org/pdf_files/brochure.pdf and eat some fabulous meals & desserts at the numerous quirky restaurants on the main drag. When you're ready to slow down, you can visit one of 11 art galleries. Almost everything is accessible on foot or via the free shuttle system that circulates through town. It's about 75 miles or a 90-minute drive from Denver (depending on traffic), but if you have the extra time and don't want to drive or park, you can take a Bustang $12 fare South Line https://www.ridebustang.com/south-line bus into Colorado Springs and from there catch the $2 fare #3 shuttle into Manitou https://coloradosprings.gov/sites/default/files/rt3_spweb2018.pdf. Free parking is available at Memorial Park https://www.yelp.com/biz/memorial-park-manitou-springs, from which you can take a free shuttle https://www.yelp.com/biz/bus-system-mountain-metropolitan-transit-colorado-springs-2 into town, the Incline, or the Pike's Peak Cog stop, but walking most of the village itself is totally doable from the park if you are fit. Don't forget your refillable bottles for the spring water! More helpful links (since Yelp doesn't want to update the biz listing to include a relevant URL): Mineral Springs CC & Visitor's Bureau https://manitousprings.org/ Mineral Springs Foundation http://manitoumineralsprings.org Mineral Springs City Government http://www.manitouspringsgov.com/

We have gone to Under The Sun for both doggy daycare and dog training and have loved it! So…read moregrateful for a reliable pet care option when we are in a pinch, and we felt the group obedience classes were well priced and actually worked!

Our neighbors have been telling us about this place for about 6 months and how amazing (and…read morereasonably priced) the training program is here. We finally buckled down and called to set up a consultation. To be honest- before going in, we were skeptical thinking they would try to sell us a bunch of things, unnecessary or not applicable classes in order just to make money...but it was nothing like this! Tim was A-MAZING! Cannot say enough great things about this trainer! He is a straight shooter and tells it like it is, and I like that. We are coming there to get our dog under control not have a tea party....so this is wonderful that he is knowledgeable and sees exactly what needs to be done. He told us the types of collars and leashes to buy for our pups, and what type of classes we would benefit most from! I even admitted in the consultation that "I need some training" and Tim agreed that most owners do. I liked this! So, we have our first class this upcoming Friday, ordered the leashes and collars through Chewy, and we are good to go! Excited, hopeful, and SOOOO grateful for this facility and Tim!

Absolutely fantastic experience with AVA - 5 stars! I've been white water rafting all over Colorado…read morefor years, and this is by far the best company I've ever gone through. They are truly 5 stars in customer service, safety, and overall experience. The staff was incredibly helpful and welcoming from start to finish. They went over safety instructions thoroughly, which made everyone feel comfortable and prepared--especially the beginners in our group. Our guide, Chris, made our rafting experience so much fun! He was patient, enthusiastic, and clearly very skilled--he made sure everyone, from first-timers to experienced rafters, had a great time. The entire team was professional, accommodating, and clearly passionate about what they do. We had an absolute blast, and I'm already planning to come back a few more times this summer. Highly recommended! The only downside was the booking process--the website isn't very user-friendly, and I ran into issues several times trying to reserve our trip online. I ended up calling, and thankfully the staff made the reservation quickly and easily over the phone, and I was able to pay that way without a problem. Please PLEASE do some work to the website!

Me and my family had a great experience on our vacation Our…read moretour person Mike was cool and being from our hometown made us feel even safer