History of the Garden Hike (Visitor Center)

This one-hour morning hike explores the rich history and natural beauty of Garden of the Gods. Park Interpreter, Bowen Gillings, leads you on a trek through the historic people and events that shaped the park we love today. Each month’s hike features a different historical topic and follows a different trail or set of trails. Hikes are on rough dirt, gravel, rock, and are not stroller friendly.

This hike will focus on Land use acknowledgement, Nuu-ciu, Lawrence Party, Camp Creek, Bighorns, Susan Bretag and much more.

• Distance is about 2 miles along easy to moderate trails.
• Please, bring water and dress appropriately for the conditions.
• Event is weather dependent.
• Pre-registration required.
• Tickets are sold on a first come-first-serve basis. 
• No Refunds.
• If you, or someone you are registering for, are under 18, a resident of El Paso County, and were affect by the COVID-19 pandemic you are qualified for free registrations. Please follow this link to register for the program: Community Impact Grant Registration
• If you have any questions about this program, please email programs@gardenofgods.com