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North Gateway Rock and Plaque

Natural Monuments

North Gateway Rock and Plaque

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North Gateway Rock and Plaque

Recommended by 32 hikers out of 34

This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Garden of the Gods Park

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Location: Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, United States

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1. Central Garden and Palmer Trail loop — Garden of the Gods

6.53km

01:49

120m

Walk among towering red sandstone giants with Pikes Peak framed through natural rock windows.

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2. Central Garden of the Gods loop — Garden of the Gods

2.12km

00:35

40m

Paved loop through towering red sandstone spires and gravity-defying rock formations in Colorado's natural gallery.

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3. Montezuma's Tower – Kissing Camels Rock Formation loop from Manitou Springs

3.08km

00:51

50m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Jamie S.

June 30, 2023

North Gateway Rock is one of the most prominent features in Garden of the Gods. This towering sandstone fin is where the famous "Kissing Camels" formation is located (they are best viewed from the east side of the formation), the rather infamous "Tourist Gully," and several famous rock climbs. Although scrambling is not allowed in the park, Tourist Gully got its name from the multitude of tourists over the years who hopped the fence and scrambled up the gently angled rock ramp, only to discover that it is far easier to get up it than down it, requiring rescue. There is also a large dedication plaque here mounted on the side of the rock comemorating the generosity of the Perkins family who gifted this land to the city in 1909.

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Elevation 1,970 m

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Location: Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, United States

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North Gateway Rock and Plaque

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