Elevation
Climate
Urban Wildlife
Chambers of Commerce

Manitou Springs is located four miles west of Colorado Springs. From Interstate 25, take Exit 141. The Colorado Springs airport is approximately 11 miles from Manitou Springs. To reach Manitou Springs from the airport, take Powers Boulevard north to Fountain Boulevard. Turn West on Fountain to reach I-25 North. Again, take Exit 141 for Highway 24 West to Manitou Springs. Manitou  Springs is served by Yellow Cab, American Cab and Springs Transit (bus line).

The Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center is located at 354 Manitou Avenue and is open 7 days a week. Chamber staff and volunteers are always happy to help you with information, directions, reservations and anything else to make your trip to the Pikes Peak Region more enjoyable. The Visitors Center is well stocked with brochures, guides, area magazines and newspapers, maps and more. Information 1-800-642-2567, (719)685-5089, Fax: (719)685-0355, and email: manitou@pikes-peak.com

Elevation: 6,500 feet

You are getting less oxygen at this altitude than at sea level. drink lots of water. Wear a hat and use sun screen. It is easier to get a sun burn at this altitude.

Climate:

The Pikes Peak region has an average of 250 days of sunshine. The climate is mild with very low humidity. Typically January and February are the coldest months and July is the hottest. Snowstorms are followed by sunshine which means the snow melts immediately. We also have "chinook winds" (that means "snow eater" in Eskimo) in the winter and spring that can take our temperature up to 60 degrees instantly. The low humidity can leave your nose and sinuses feeling a bit dry. The weather can change quickly. Bring a jacket or sweater, even during the summer months. It is especially important to be prepared for cooler temperatures and to have plenty of water when you are hiking or traveling to higher elevations. Watch KKTV-Channel 11, KOAA-Channels 5 and 30, KRDO-Channel 13 for local weather forecasts.

Winter (Dec. 22 - March 20)
Average snowfall: 5 inches per month. Average high temperatures: 44-50 degrees

Spring (March 21 - June 21)
March can be the snowiest month with a 9.9 inch average, followed by April with 6.7 inches. Average high temperatures: March - 49 degrees, April - 60 degrees, May - 65 degrees, June - 70 degrees.

Summer (June 22 - September 23)
Warm mornings with afternoon rain showers. Average high temperatures: July - 85 degrees, August - 82 degrees, September - 70 degrees.

Fall (September 24 - December 21)
Warm days, cool and crisp evenings. Average snowfall 5.4 inches in November. Average high temperatures - 44-66 degrees.

Urban Wildlife:

Because we are surrounded by the foothills, Manitou Springs has deer, raccoons, squirrels, and other wildlife. As tempting as it may be, please look, but do not touch or feed these animals. Please dispose of your trash properly, too. When hiking, use an insect repellent. Make sure your pets have flea collars and keep them away from any dead rodents.

Chambers of Commerce:

Manitou Chamber - 719.685.5089
Colorado Springs - 719.635.1551
Cripple Creek - 719.689.2169
Pueblo - 719.542.1704
Woodland Park - 719.687.9885