Parks and Facilities
Colorado Springs boasts a robust parks system overseen by the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services Department at 1401 Recreation Way. The department manages:
Regional parks & open spaces (e.g., Garden of the Gods, North Cheyenne Cañon, Ute Valley)
Sports complexes featuring fields and courts
Trails and greenways like the 16-mile Pikes Peak Greenway
Community & neighborhood parks (135 parks covering over 900 acres)
Recreation and senior centers
Nature centers and cultural facilities
In total, residents enjoy hundreds of parks, thousands of acres of open space, trails, and over 20 major sports complexes. The Parks & Rec Department supports an estimated 22.5 million park visits annually, with a recreational use value of about $91 million
City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services
City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services 1401 Recreation Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80905 Phone: 719‑385‑5940 Fax: 719‑385‑6599 Email: parks@springsgov.comSports Complexes
Explore these five major sports hubs known for their multi-field layouts and recreational programs:
