Fort Carson, a region situated south of Colorado Springs, is known as the "Mountain Post" and offers a diverse landscape for outdoor activities. The area features dramatic sandstone formations, towering mountains, and expansive shortgrass prairies, providing a varied backdrop for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, and more. Its location within the broader Pikes Peak region includes reservoirs, arroyos, and rugged canyons, making it suitable for year-round outdoor pursuits.
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4.3
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Average rating
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9
hikers
15.0km
04:55
1,020m
130m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
hikers
5.93km
01:39
110m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
hikers
5.76km
01:38
120m
150m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6
hikers
13.5km
03:44
240m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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57
riders
86.7km
03:34
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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16
riders
39.5km
02:09
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

8
riders
20.3km
01:18
340m
340m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

1
riders
118km
04:52
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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20
riders
14.2km
01:27
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
riders
33.0km
03:03
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
8.83km
00:49
30m
30m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
20.2km
01:24
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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175
riders
27.4km
02:48
750m
740m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

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107
riders
28.3km
02:42
750m
750m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

5.0
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73
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

1.0
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32
riders
Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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20
runners
6.94km
00:44
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
6.17km
00:39
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
8.14km
00:51
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
9.32km
01:00
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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19
riders
28.8km
02:12
670m
670m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
riders
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
riders
28.5km
01:57
660m
660m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Fort Carson region offers a diverse range of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, mountain biking, jogging, and gravel biking. The area features 21 routes across these sports, catering to various skill levels. Over 6,000 visitors have rated these routes with an average of 4.62 out of 5 stars.
The Fort Carson region provides extensive trail networks for hikers. Cheyenne Mountain State Park is a popular destination with over 28 miles of trails. The scenic Seven Bridges Trail, which follows North Cheyenne Creek, is another notable option. More information can be found in the Hiking around Fort Carson guide.
Yes, the Fort Carson region offers easy hiking trails suitable for beginners. These routes provide accessible natural beauty without significant elevation gains. For specific recommendations, consult the Easy hikes around Fort Carson guide.
Road cyclists can find a variety of routes with mountainous backdrops, prairie grasslands, and creek-side trails. Options exist for different fitness and skill levels. The Road Cycling Routes around Fort Carson guide provides detailed information.
The Fort Carson region is well-regarded for mountain biking, offering 46 miles of trails with various difficulty levels, including singletrack. Cheyenne Mountain State Park provides over 28 miles of trails for biking. Notable trails include Sundance, North Talon, and South Talon, which cater to riders from beginners to advanced. The MTB Trails around Fort Carson guide offers more details.
Yes, the area offers diverse terrain for touring cycling, including paved paths, dirt roads, and gravel. The Talon and Sundance Loop in Cheyenne Mountain State Park is a moderate touring route. The Fountain Creek Regional Trail Loop provides an easy, peaceful ride with views of Pikes Peak. More routes are available in the Cycling around Fort Carson guide.
The Fort Carson area is characterized by dramatic sandstone formations, towering mountains, and expansive shortgrass prairies. Key natural attractions include Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Helen Hunt Falls, and the Seven Bridges Trail. The region is also part of the broader Pikes Peak area, featuring reservoirs, arroyos, and creeks.
Komoot offers several guides for the Fort Carson region to help plan outdoor adventures. These include Hiking around Fort Carson, Road Cycling Routes around Fort Carson, MTB Trails around Fort Carson, and Gravel biking around Fort Carson, among others.
The Fort Carson region is popular among outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. It features 21 routes that have been explored by more than 6,000 visitors. These routes have received an average rating of 4.62 out of 5 stars, indicating a high level of satisfaction from the community.
The official website for Fort Carson is home.army.mil/carson. For general inquiries, the Fort Carson Base Operator can be reached at +1 (719) 526-5811. Specific outdoor recreation information is available by calling +1 (719) 526-1993 or +1 (719) 526-5176.
Yes, the Fort Carson region offers opportunities for gravel biking. The diverse landscape, including dirt roads and trails, is suitable for this activity. For specific routes and guidance, refer to the Gravel biking around Fort Carson guide.
Cheyenne Mountain State Park is a significant hub for year-round outdoor activities in the Fort Carson region. It features over 28 miles of trails suitable for hiking, biking, and equestrian use. The park offers scenic views and provides more than 50 campsites for visitors.

