Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak RegionSituated at the base of Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs has all the features of a modern urban area, including parks, bike trails, open spaces, restaurants, and theatres.
 The above view of Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak is about a 10-minute drive from campus. Photo © Stephen Weaver |
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