Guidebook for Monument

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Guidebook for Monument

Parks & Nature

Palmer Lake Reservoir Trail is a 4.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Palmer Lake, CO that features lakes & streams, wildlife & wildflowers, is good for all skill levels and is rated as easy. Directions from Monument: take CO-105 W into Palmer Lake and make your way to Old Carriage Rd. Check out the map, rave reviews and additional information at Alltrails.com: https://alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/palmer-lake-reservors
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Palmer Lake
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Palmer Lake Reservoir Trail is a 4.1 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Palmer Lake, CO that features lakes & streams, wildlife & wildflowers, is good for all skill levels and is rated as easy. Directions from Monument: take CO-105 W into Palmer Lake and make your way to Old Carriage Rd. Check out the map, rave reviews and additional information at Alltrails.com: https://alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/palmer-lake-reservors
Mount Herman Trail is a 2.2 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Monument, CO that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. At the summit you can see views of Pikes Peak and on a clear day you can even see into Kansas! Directions: From Old Town (downtown) Monument travel south on Mitchell Rd. to Mt. Herman Rd., then 5 miles to the trailhead on the right side of the road. Check out the map, rave reviews and additional information at Alltrails.com: https://alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/mount-herman
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Mt Herman Trailhead
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Mount Herman Trail is a 2.2 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Monument, CO that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. At the summit you can see views of Pikes Peak and on a clear day you can even see into Kansas! Directions: From Old Town (downtown) Monument travel south on Mitchell Rd. to Mt. Herman Rd., then 5 miles to the trailhead on the right side of the road. Check out the map, rave reviews and additional information at Alltrails.com: https://alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/colorado/mount-herman

Sightseeing

Garden of the Gods is a must see when you visit the Colorado Springs area. With the majestic red rock formations and views of Pikes Peak in the distance, you will be awe-struck at the beauty that surrounds you. There is a paved and easy to travel trail throughout the park, as well as a visitors center and trading post for souvenirs.
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Garden of the Gods Club and Resort
3320 Mesa Rd
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Garden of the Gods is a must see when you visit the Colorado Springs area. With the majestic red rock formations and views of Pikes Peak in the distance, you will be awe-struck at the beauty that surrounds you. There is a paved and easy to travel trail throughout the park, as well as a visitors center and trading post for souvenirs.
The US Air Force Academy is just a short drive away, south on I-25. You can even see views of the academy from our home. Visitors to the academy can enter via the North Gate exit, pass through security, and enjoy the visitors center and other attractions.
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U.S. Air Force Academy
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The US Air Force Academy is just a short drive away, south on I-25. You can even see views of the academy from our home. Visitors to the academy can enter via the North Gate exit, pass through security, and enjoy the visitors center and other attractions.
Drive up the famous Pikes Peak highway to the summit and enjoy breathtaking views of Colorado Springs, the surrounding mountains and even see into Kansas on a clear day!
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Pike's Peak Highway
Pikes Peak Highway
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Drive up the famous Pikes Peak highway to the summit and enjoy breathtaking views of Colorado Springs, the surrounding mountains and even see into Kansas on a clear day!

Drinks & Nightlife

Taproom of a local brewery offering craft beer, light snacks & a patio plus weekly live music. Located at 1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr. in Monument. Check out their rave reviews on Yelp!
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Pikes Peak Brewing Company
1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr
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Taproom of a local brewery offering craft beer, light snacks & a patio plus weekly live music. Located at 1756 Lake Woodmoor Dr. in Monument. Check out their rave reviews on Yelp!
If you love great food and spirits, the Back East Bar and Grill is the place to be at 1455 Cipriani Loop in Monument. They have live music from the best local bands on Saturday nights!
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Back East Bar and Grill Monument
1455 Cipriani Loop
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If you love great food and spirits, the Back East Bar and Grill is the place to be at 1455 Cipriani Loop in Monument. They have live music from the best local bands on Saturday nights!

Shopping

In Old Town (downtown) Monument you will find unique shops, boutiques, antiques & art, a bookstore and toy stores. Park along 2nd. Street and stroll through town to explore! There are places to grab a bite to eat along the way, too.
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Monument
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In Old Town (downtown) Monument you will find unique shops, boutiques, antiques & art, a bookstore and toy stores. Park along 2nd. Street and stroll through town to explore! There are places to grab a bite to eat along the way, too.

Essentials

Find anything you need for the kitchen or picnic at this local grocery chain located at 1070 W. Baptist Rd. in Monument.
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King Soopers
1070 Baptist Rd
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Find anything you need for the kitchen or picnic at this local grocery chain located at 1070 W. Baptist Rd. in Monument.
For your pharmacy needs, there are two locations in Monument: 725 Baptist Rd. or 265 CO-105.
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Walgreens
265 E Hwy 105
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For your pharmacy needs, there are two locations in Monument: 725 Baptist Rd. or 265 CO-105.

Entertainment & Activities

Movie theater just 15 minutes away off I-25 and Interquest Pkwy. There is The Summit nearby as well as a few restaurants.
Hollywood Theaters
Rampart Hills View
Movie theater just 15 minutes away off I-25 and Interquest Pkwy. There is The Summit nearby as well as a few restaurants.
Arcade, billiards, bowling and family fun just 15 minutes away off I-25 and Interquest Pkwy. They also serve food at The Summit, and there are other restaurants nearby.
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The Summit Interquest
1180 Interquest Pkwy
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Arcade, billiards, bowling and family fun just 15 minutes away off I-25 and Interquest Pkwy. They also serve food at The Summit, and there are other restaurants nearby.