Best parks near Manitou Springs

7 parks · 7 ranked · updated 2026-06-22 · off-season

Explore the best parks near Manitou Springs, Colorado — every spot ranked by our conditions-aware Snoflo score: live conditions first, then visitor reviews and logged trips. Click a pin on the map for the score and what's driving it.

Showing the top 7 of 7 parks · best 15 shown on the map
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Pike National Forest
#1 Pike National Forest
8.7 mi away
Pike National Forest is a popular destination in Colorado, known for its beautiful natural scenery and outdoor recreational activities. Some of the main reasons to visit the…
Why 80: protected / landmark status
80Elite
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Cheyenne Mountain State Park
#2 Cheyenne Mountain State Park
9.9 mi away
Cheyenne Mountain State Park is a popular destination located in Colorado Springs, Colorado. It covers over 1,600 acres and is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, elk…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Mueller State Park
#3 Mueller State Park
13.7 mi away
Mueller State Park is a 5,000-acre park located in Teller County, Colorado. It is known for its stunning views of Pikes Peak and its abundance of wildlife, including elk, deer…
Why 60: protected / landmark status
60Solid
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Bear Creek Regional Park
#4 Bear Creek Regional Park
2.3 mi away
Bear Creek Regional Park is a sprawling recreation area in the state of Colorado that offers a wide range of outdoor activities. There are a number of excellent reasons to visit…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Fountain Creek Regional Park
#5 Fountain Creek Regional Park
15.3 mi away
Fountain Creek Regional Park is a popular outdoor recreation area located in El Paso County, Colorado. The park spans over 460 acres and is situated along Fountain Creek, offering…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Black Forest Regional Park
#6 Black Forest Regional Park
16.7 mi away
Black Forest Regional Park is a beautiful park located in the state of Colorado, spanning over 2,500 acres. It is a popular destination for visitors seeking to explore the natural…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated
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Fox Run Regional Park
#7 Fox Run Regional Park
17.8 mi away
Fox Run Regional Park is a popular destination located in El Paso County, Colorado. The park spans over 400 acres of beautiful natural scenery and offers a variety of recreational…
Why 45: protected / landmark status
45Rated

Parks near Manitou Springs

The Manitou Springs area has 133 parks on Snoflo, ranked by live conditions, visitor reviews, and logged trips — so the best, closest options rise to the top.

How we rank the best parks near Manitou Springs

How are these parks ranked?

Each gets a daily Snoflo score blending live conditions, visitor review ratings, and logged trips. The order reflects what's best right now and re-ranks every day.

How often does it update?

Daily, as new conditions, reviews, and trips arrive — so "best right now" means right now.

What do the numbers on the map mean?

Each pin shows that spot's current Snoflo score; tap it for the breakdown and a link to the full report.

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