Pikes Peak Downhill Bike Tour — Ride America's Mountain
The top thing to do at Pikes Peak
The #1 Thing to Do at Pikes Peak
A group bike ride down Pikes Peak from the summit — one of the most exhilarating experiences of your life. Safely guided down the slopes at a steady pace, you'll enjoy some of the most magnificent sweeping views of this rugged Colorado mountain terrain.
What's included
- Trek mountain bike or e-bike
- Helmet & safety gear
- Expert local guide
- Photo stops at the best viewpoints
- Shuttle transportation as needed
- Water & light snacks
Why the Pikes Peak Downhill Bike Tour?
There are a lot of ways to experience Pikes Peak — but none of them compare to descending it on two wheels. At 14,115 feet, Pikes Peak is the highest summit in the Southern Rockies and one of the most visited mountains in the world. Our guided downhill bike tour starts near the summit and follows the famous Pikes Peak Highway down through 11 miles of switchbacks, alpine tundra, treeline forest, and sweeping canyon views. The descent drops over 6,000 vertical feet — all of it guided, all of it breathtaking, and all of it done at a safe, steady pace so you can soak in every view.
What to Expect on Your Pikes Peak Bike Tour
Your tour begins at the Pikes Peak Adventure Center in Old Colorado City. Your guide drives the group to the start point on the Pikes Peak Highway, where you'll suit up in helmets, gloves, and safety gear before mounting your Trek mountain bike. The descent covers approximately 11 miles of highway riding with regular stops at the best viewpoints — Glen Cove, Crystal Creek Reservoir, and the dramatic switchbacks above treeline. Your guide shares the history of America's most famous mountain along the way, including its role in inspiring "America the Beautiful." Total tour time is approximately 3.5–4 hours including transport.
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More Reasons to Ride with CO Bike Tours
- 5-star rated on Google — the top-reviewed bike tour in Colorado Springs
- Premium Trek mountain bikes with full safety gear included
- Expert guides who descend Pikes Peak every day — nobody knows this mountain better
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All ToursIntermediateCog Up – Bike Down Pikes Peak
Feel the rush of adrenaline on this 19.5-mile downhill adventure from the summit of America's most famous mountain. During this 5.5-hour adventure, you travel to the top of Pikes Peak on the Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, then ride bikes down the Pikes Peak Highway.
Beginner–IntermediateBike Garden of the Gods
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All LevelsE-Bike Garden of the Gods
Our e-bike tour starts at the Pikes Peak Adventure Center in Old Colorado City. Once fitted with your electric bike, you'll have a short ride to the entrance of the park. Enjoy the fresh air and sunshine as you pedal (with electric assistance) past incredible vistas, easily stopping at all the best lookouts. After enjoying the Garden of the Gods scenery, your tour returns to the Adventure Center.