Tag: Manitou Springs
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“High risk”: Mountain town event that draws 10,000 could be in jeopardy amid security concerns
A event that’s been drawing big crowds for 30 years in the Colorado Springs-adjacent mountain town of Manitou Springs could be at risk amid security concerns. According to reporting from The Gazette’s Savannah Eller, the Emma Crawford Coffin Races could fall “victim of its own popularity.” Taking place annually the Saturday prior to Halloween, city…
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Foot spa to join new cafe near trailhead of popular Colorado hike
Those setting off to conquer what’s sometimes referred to as Colorado’s ‘most difficult hike‘ now have a new option for food and drinks thanks to a cafe that’s opened not far from its trailhead. The plan for revamping offerings for local hikers doesn’t stop there, either – an on-site spa is included in future plans,…
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Hiawatha Gardens was a happening place in Manitou Springs
It was an elegant turn-of-the-century “club for gentlemen,” then became one of the best places in the country for dancing, was restaurants and then a parking lot for folks catching the shuttle to the Manitou Incline. Hiawatha Gardens has quite the history at the corner of Old Man’s Trail and El Paso Boulevard in Manitou…
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Dallas hotelier buys iconic Manitou Springs hotel, plans renovations
The Cliff House at Pikes Peak, the oldest hotel in Colorado, has a new owner. The Manitou Springs hotel was first known as The Inn when it opened in 1874. Among recent owners was California real estate developer Jim Morley, who bought the property in 1981. The hotel was shut down and sat vacant for…
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Crews respond to medical emergency at top of 2,768-step Manitou Incline
On March 1, rescue teams responded to a medical emergency at the top of the iconic Manitou Incline. The Manitou Incline is commonly referred to as one of the most extreme and strenuous hikes in the country, consisting of 2,768 relentless steps that scale about 2,000 vertical feet in less than a mile. Found at…
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Supermarket chain H Mart hopes to revive mineral water bottling in Manitou Springs
A major U.S. grocer has acquired the vestiges of a historic industry in Manitou Springs with the hope of bringing it back to life. H Mart, an Asian supermarket chain based in New Jersey with nearly a hundred locations across the U.S., bought the Ute Chief Mineral Water Company building on the west end of…
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Coffee, donuts, and the Manitou Incline: The ‘Caffeinated Climb’ returns on Thanksgiving Day
Looking to start your Thanksgiving Day with something active? The Caffeinated Climb will be taking place once again in Manitou Springs. Participants of this social hike will be tackling the notorious Manitou Incline on the morning of November 27 from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. At the top of the route, hikers will be greeted…
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6 family-friendly activities you’ll find around Manitou Springs (plus 2 places to stay and 2 places to eat)
Known for its mineral springs and mountain landscapes, Manitou Springs is a great family-friendly destination near Colorado Springs. Here are some great family-friendly activities in Manitou Springs: This area is a great place to explore unique red rock formations and take in the stunning surrounding views. It’s also a great spot for things like family…
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Historic penny arcade in Colorado mountain town has brought delight to patrons since 1933
One of Colorado’s most unique arcades has been around for nearly 100 years. Manitou Springs’ Penny Arcade was established over 92 years ago in the heart of downtown Manitou Springs. According to a press release, Jack Kerns launched Bingo Jacks, a gaming hall that would later become the penny arcade in 1933. That said, when…
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Reflecting on the past and present of Colorado wellness
Hardship would greet Colorado’s early visitors — the likes of John Frémont, a famed explorer whose party was often outmatched by the harsh elements and treacherous terrain. In the early 1840s, tired and hungry in the stormy mountains west of modern-day Colorado Springs, it seemed the next morning was not promised. And yet the morning was…