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The Pikes Peak Cog Railway isn’t just a round-trip experience, either. Be sure to plan your time well at the top so you can check every box on your Pikes Peak bucket list. There are cool souvenirs in the expanded gift shop and the new dining facilities have lots of choices for hungry riders. New experiential exhibits allow visitors to learn more about Pikes Peak and the special features of the new Summit House. Inside the Summit House, travelers can snack on world-famous Pikes Peak donuts, served hot and fresh and created with a special recipe to accommodate the high altitude.

The brand-new Summit House experience offers multiple points to take in the views, complete with interesting facts about the region. On a clear day, you can see 5 different states from the summit, Colorado, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah and Kansas. At The TopĪt the top of Pikes Peak, you and your fellow travelers will be given 40 minutes to explore the summit and take in the stunning sights. Your camera is going to need a long nap from all the overtime it will be putting in capturing the journey. The train travels through multiple life zones and you’ll have ample opportunities to view the unique attributes of each one. Cog riders are treated to glimpses of the Pikes Peak region that are typically only traveled by experienced backcountry hikers, including unique rock formations, high-elevation flora and fauna, pristine landscapes and historic landmarks. It goes without saying that the views along the Cog Railway route are exceptional - and we don’t just mean the panoramic views beyond the mountain.