Be prepared to take a few moments to catch your breath and recover when you reach the summit. Afterward, you'll be rewarded with a stunning view of Colorado Springs and the Front Range. If you have the opportunity to start on an early ascent for sunrise, the additional effort will be rewarded.

Tyler Sanders

October 12, 2023

Running

Be prepared to take a few moments to catch your breath and recover when you reach the summit. After, you'll be rewarded with a stunning view of Colorado Springs and the Front Range. If you have the opportunity to start on an early ascent for sunrise, the additional effort will be rewarded.

Vincent Reboul

May 30, 2022

Running

The Manitou Incline in Manitou Springs sits is at the base of Pikes Peak and challenges hikers with a severe straight climb . A very good way to train before going up to the Rocky Mountains!

If you want to hike or run the incline, you have to make a reservation first! Check all info here manitousprings.org/where-to-play/manitou-incline.

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1. Manitou Incline & Bar Trail loop — Manitou Springs

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Climb 2,768 railroad tie steps up a historic incline for sweeping Colorado Springs views.

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2. Top of Manitou Incline via Bar Trail — Manitou Springs

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Tackle Colorado's legendary Manitou Incline, a former cable car track turned steep hiking challenge.

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3. The Manitou Incline — Manitou Springs

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Brutal 2,768-step climb up old railway ties to summit views over Colorado Springs.

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