Rorabaugh said Katharine Lee Bates’ 1893 song and poem “America the Beautiful” shows the patriotism felt from the summit of Pikes Peak. “It’s one of the most patriotic songs ever written ...

Over 12 miles long, this course climbs through the Rocky Mountains up to the summit of Colorado's legendary Pikes Peak, 14,115 feet above sea level. What starts as a simple road course on a public ...

Tickets for the Pikes Peak Summit Shuttle go on sale on Tuesday. You can also start buying timed-entry permits if you want to drive yourself beginning on May 23. However, be aware that prices have ...

U.S. News Insider Tip: Don't miss the high-altitude, secret recipe doughnuts at the Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center. An automated machine churns out thousands of the sweet treats daily.