Exciting things are happening in Garden of the Gods Park this Fall!

Exciting things are happening in Garden of the Gods Park this Fall! Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Service, Colorado Springs Fire Department, and Colorado Springs Utilities, will be working hard to improve fire safety, enhance accessible parking and routes, and upgrade restroom facilities throughout the park. This project is anticipated to begin in September and run through the Spring of 2025. As the most visited attraction in the Pikes Peak Region, Garden of the Gods Park welcomes approximately 4.5 million visitors a year, and the park makes a significant impact on the local economy with a net contribution of $272 million annually. For those reasons, along with many others, protecting the park is a priority during this project.

Preservation of the Garden of the Gods is of utmost importance during any construction project in the area. The unique rock formations and delicate ecosystem must be protected to ensure that future generations can continue to enjoy this natural wonder. To minimize the impact of construction on the Garden of the Gods the construction team will take extra steps to preserve the area. This may include conducting thorough archaeological assessments before beginning construction, implementing erosion control measures to prevent soil runoff, and carefully monitoring any disturbance to the natural landscape.

By prioritizing preservation during this construction project in the Garden of the Gods, it can ensured that this beautiful natural landmark remains intact for future generations to enjoy.

Answers To Some Frequently Asked Questions:

Is The GoG open? – Yes! We encourage everyone to come and explore the Garden of the Gods throughout the construction project. Please use caution around work sites and follow all signage and detours.

Will there be any closures in the park? – The Gateway Trail from Juniper Way Loop to the Central Garden will be closed throughout construction. However, detours are set in place to access Central Garden. There may also be intermittent one-lane closures on the roadway, however flaggers will be present at this time to direct traffic. As always, please use caution when driving in Garden of the Gods.

Will the project have an impact on local wildlife, specifically the bighorn sheep? – The project is not anticipated to impede habitats any more than typical operations and maintenance. The project schedule avoids key nesting periods.

How are you preserving GOG? – The project is an effort of preservation as it enhances infrastructure to increase water capacity. In addition, archaeological monitoring will be done throughout the project and tribal consultations were done prior to the start of the project.

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And for more information, please visit the website at coloradosprings.gov/GOGWaterlineProject.