Trail: Pikes Peak form Devils Playground
| Trail Identifier: T172-S185 |
| Location: Cascade, CO 80809 |
Trailhead Location: From Colorado Springs take Highway 24 West to the town of Cascade. At a stoplight you will see a sign for the Pikes Peak Toll Road. Follow the signs to take the toll road up to Devils Playground. The current rate for the road is $20 per car. At Devils Playground you will find a large parking lot on the right (Southwest) side. Park your car here. During Spring and Fall the road is frequently closed at this point so this hike may be your only access to the summit.
| Last Updated: 2007-12-16 Parking: Parking Status Unknown Trail Type: There and back |
Trail Difficulty: Moderate Hike Trail Length: 5.5 miles Trail Condition: OK, but a few difficult spots |
Best Feature of Trail: A relatively short and easy hike on Pikes Peak
Sights: A relatively short and easy hike on Pikes Peak
Species List for Pikes Peak form Devils Playground:
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| MAMMALS |
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| AMPHIBIANS |
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| REPTILES |
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| WILDFLOWERS |
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| TREES |
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