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Pikes Peak Highway (Tollroad)

Getting to the Highway

Pikes Peak Highway provides one of the most exhilarating mountain drives in Colorado. Stopping at the roadside pull-outs provides a great opportunity for some awe inspiring family photos.

From Manitou Springs

  • Take Hwy 24 West approx 4.3 miles to Cascade
  • Turn Left at Fountain Avenue, go approx 1/2 mile
  • Take slight Left onto the Pikes Peak Tollroad

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Reaching the Summit

The toll road is 19 miles and climbs more than 7,000' in elevation. You'll drive paved road for the first 10 miles and well maintained all weather gravel for the last 9 miles.





The highway offers plenty of roadside scenic pull-offs for some great photo opportunities. Be sure to stop at mile marker 5 for a great view of the peak.




Pikes Peak Toll Road Fees and Hours

Open year round, weather permitting. We have included basic information on mountain hours of operation.







October 1st - May 21st
  • Gate Opens: 9am
  • Summit Closes: 4pm
  • Gate Closes: 5pm






May 22nd - September 30th
  • Gate Opens: 7:30am
  • Summit Closes: 6pm
  • Gate Closes: 7pm



Entrance Fees
  • $12 Per Adult
  • $5 Per Child (under 16)
  • $40 Maximum per Vehicle (up to 7 occupants)


Click here for a Discount Coupon for the Pikes Peak Toll Road.




Switchbacks and Curves

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For me this was the best white knuckle, thrill ride ever.



The more than 150 hairpin curves and winding roads will have you on the edge of your seat for the Grandest 19 mile trip of your life!


First Time to America's Favorite Mountain?

If this is your first time traving America's Mountain, click here for some personal Pikes Peak Travel Tips.


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Common Misspellings: Pikes Peek, Pike Peak


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