Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour
Description
This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit. Ascend to the summit of the legendary Pikes Peak on this self-guided driving tour up one of America’s most iconic mountain roads. On this winding road to the top of the mountain, visitors are treated to soaring vistas, unique ecosystems, and historical remnants of the mountain’s past. Along the way, hear stories of gold miners, ancient Ute paths, and the death-defying Race to the Clouds. This alpine drive is a true Colorado classic that can’t be missed. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, check your email/text to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the designated starting point. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
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. This iconic road will take us up toward the summit of a 14,000-foot mountain that has captured Colorado’s imagination for decades. Along the way, we’ll have plenty of opportunities for great mountain views, as well as a couple of hiking trails for more advanced hikers. Note: The tour is over 18 miles long, with more than 29 audio stories, and takes about 1-2 hours to complete. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Travelers have been stopping at this spot since 1890! This observation site was once a stop along the cog railway line. We’ll get to the railway’s history a little later in the tour, but back in 1890 this ride allowed tourists to enjoy the view and adjust to the high altitude.
That’s Crystal Creek Reservoir, supplying a reliable source of drinking water to all the residents of Colorado Springs. It’s not just mother nature though that helps supply all that water. Human innovation helps too.
There are two other big reservoirs around here supplying water for folks in this region. The other two are the North Catamount and the South Catamount Reservoir.
The name is a bit misleading, as we’re not quite halfway up the mountain yet. There’s a small parking area if we want to stop here for a quick break.
we’re halfway to the top of the peak! We know that ‘cos the Glen Cove Visitor Center is coming up soon. It’s been a key stop and halfway marker for travelers for decades.
At just over 10 miles, this difficult trail can take several hours. But here’s a tip: You don’t have to hike the whole thing to get some great views of the north face of Pikes Peak.
There are no slides and swings here. Instead, this barren landscape is a place where lightning bolts hop and dance across the terrain during thunderstorms.
Throw some rocks over the ledge and some claim they never make a sound. But scientists assure us that there is a bottom in the bottomless pit.
One of the most popular walking trails remains to this day. It’s called the Barr Trail. The origins for it date back to the days of the gold rush, although it wasn’t the well-maintained trail that it is today.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
- How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
- Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
- Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
- New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
- Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car's stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
- The tour requires a supported mobile device for navigation. Please use an iPhone with iOS 15 or later, an Android device with Android 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular service.
Reviews(11)
This was our 2nd Colorado audio tour we purchased, downloaded, and listened to during our June, 2026 RV vacation. It was very educational, easy to understand and relate to, and affordable.
Connie, I’m so glad to hear you enjoyed my Scenic Pikes Peak Highway GPS Driving Audio Tour during your Colorado RV vacation. It’s wonderful to know this was your second Colorado audio tour with us and that you found it educational, easy to understand, and affordable. If you plan to explore more of Colorado, check out my Ultimate Colorado Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tours, which include Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Garden of the Gods. Happy travels!
Well worth the drive to the top and this self-guided tour made it even better. Saves you money on tours.
Marvin, I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed my Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour. I’m excited that the tour improved your drive to the top and helped you save money. If you plan to explore more of Colorado, check out my Ultimate Colorado Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tours, which include Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Garden of the Gods. Happy travels!
It was interesting, but when each section started, the narrator would talk for 10 secs., it would stop and then restart. It did that for each section.
Sue, Thanks for sharing your feedback! This issue is unusual, and I’ll be asking my team to look into it. Please feel free to reach out—I’m here to help daily from 9 to 6 EST. I can offer a different tour as a replacement or process a refund if needed. I appreciate you bringing this to my attention, and I’m here to make sure you have a great experience!
Have someone else drive you! Admire the views as you go and make sure you dress warm. Take lots of pictures and make sure you watch the short movie in the look out center
Denise, I’m so happy you enjoyed my Pikes Peak Highway audio tour. It’s smart to have someone else drive so you can take in the views, and I love that you liked the lookout center movie. If you plan to explore more of Colorado, check out my Ultimate Colorado Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tours, which cover Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Garden of the Gods. Safe travels!
Very good audio tour with information along the way including the history of the road and the local gold and silver rush. Be sure to download it before your trip.
I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the Pikes Peak audio tour and found the information on the road's history and the local gold and silver rush interesting! Thanks for the reminder to download the tour before your trip — it’s always smart to avoid connectivity issues. If you're planning to explore more of Colorado, check out my Ultimate Colorado Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tours, covering Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Garden of the Gods. Happy travels!
We purchased the ticket online to skip the wait at the visitor center, which saved a lot of time! The Pikes Peak Highway Driving Tour was exactly what we needed—just an audio guide, so we could enjoy the drive at our own pace without any pressure. The views were incredible, and the tour provided great information about the area. Highly recommend it for anyone wanting a relaxed and informative experience!
I’m so glad you enjoyed my Pikes Peak Highway driving audio tour. It’s great to hear the online ticket saved you time, and that having the entrance ticket in advance was a helpful tip for future travelers. I’m also happy the audio guide allowed you to explore at your own pace and that the views and information enhanced your experience. If you plan to see more of Colorado, check out my Ultimate Colorado Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tours, which include Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Garden of the Gods. Happy travels!
The ticket price included a car load of friends for admission into the park for $16.99. At the entrance to Pikes Peak we were required to pay again, they had never heard of Viator. We paid $34.00 to enter the park. I’ve requested a refund hopefully it will be honored.
Celeste, I apologize for the confusion. My Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour does not include park passes or carload admission, as it only covers the audio tour experience. I see you used the provided password in the app, so if you’ve already left the location, I can offer a different tour as a replacement or assist with a refund. Feel free to reach out—I’m here to help daily, 9 to 6.
I thought this was tickets. It wasn’t. I got to the booth, and they are like, you need to buy. You need to really put boldly, this won’t get you in the park. I guess a few others had the same experience. Basically I wasted $16.99, and got nothing.
Michele, I’m sorry for any confusion regarding the entrance to Pikes Peak. As noted in the description and the title of the tour, my tour is a self-guided audio tour and does not include park entry tickets. I always aim to ensure that the details are precise, and I appreciate your feedback to help avoid future confusion for other guests. If you have any questions or need assistance with any other tours, feel free to reach out—I’m available daily from 9 to 6 and happy to assist!
We enjoyed this audio tour as we drove to the top of Pikes Peak. It was helpful and informative. The history of Pikes Peak was interesting.
Kristin, I’m glad to hear you enjoyed the Pikes Peak tour and found it both helpful and informative. I’m happy the history added more meaning to the drive. If you plan to see more of Colorado, check out my Ultimate Colorado Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tours, which include Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Garden of the Gods. Happy travels!
The pace was perfect, and we learned about the topography as well as the history of Pike's Peak. There was all the time we needed to pause along the way. Very enjoyable!
Rona, I’m glad to hear you and your family enjoyed my Pikes Peak audio tour. I’m happy the pace and stories enhanced your drive, giving you plenty of time to pause and explore. If you plan to see more of Colorado, check out my Ultimate Colorado Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tours, which include Rocky Mountain National Park, Mesa Verde National Park, and Garden of the Gods. Happy travels!
