City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
17. Ute Valley Park
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (719) 385-5940
Address: 1705 Vindicator Dr.
Description: Ute Valley is one of those places that can be seconds from your home or hotel and take you into the wild almost instantly. There are 338 acres of hiking and mountain biking trails over rocky cliffs and canyons and a wetland area. Due to the rocks, canyons, caves, water, and good sunlight, there is abundant wildlife. (The middle school to the east of the park isn’t really joking by naming their annual cross country competition “Rattlesnake Run.”) To reach Ute Valley, go east on Vindicator Drive from Centennial Boulevard. The entrance to the parking lot is on the right.
18. Bear Creek Lanes
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (719) 634-6719
Address: 1232 S. 21st St.
Description: See the Skateboarding section in this chapter for detailed information on two areas that attract BMX bikers: Memorial Park Skate Park and the Gossage Youth Sports Complex skate park and adjacent BMX area. Also, Rampart Park has a BMX track (8270 Lexington Dr.; access parking lot from Lexington Drive north of Rampart High School). Free admission at all parks.
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Address: 410 JL Ranch Heights
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
21. Cottonwood Creek Park
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Description: This city-run park is a multi-use space, but the entire west end is dedicated to the disc golf course. A full map of the course can be found at www.springsgov.com/units/parksrec/maps/pdfmaps/cwood_pg1.pdf. The course is a mix of open and wooded fairways and, at 6,300 feet, has some nice elevation changes. There are both primary and alternate pin placements for good course variety. The 18-hole course carries a pro par of 54 and an amateur par of 72 with the longest configuration of the course at 5,275 feet. The tees are concrete. To reach Cottonwood Creek, find the park at the intersection of Dublin Boulevard and Rangewood Drive in the northeast part of the city. From Dublin, turn onto Montarbor Drive as it follows the park to the west. The disc golf is at the end of the park.
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
23. Widefield Park
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Description: This El Paso County park and disc golf course is quite popular and is the home to a number of tournaments. A detailed map of the course is available at http://adm.elpasoco.com/Parks/Documents/WFCP_frisbeegolf.pdf. The mature trees and brook that runs through the course make it one of the most beautiful in the area, particularly in summer and fall. There are homes nearby, so be respectful if your disc goes onto private property. With concrete tees and 18 holes, this has a longest course length of 7,208 feet. Par is 54. Widefield Park is located south on I-25 to the South Academy Boulevard exit. Go east (left) and then turn south on US 85/87. Go 3 miles to Fontaine Boulevard and take a left. After 1.5 miles you’ll come to Drury Lane; take a right. Parking is on the right.
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Address: 1 Lake Ave.
25. Cherokee Ridge Golf Course
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (719) 597-2637
Address: 1850 Tuskagee Place
Description: Cherokee Ridge is the most low-key course in town—which doesn’t mean it’s not a great day of golf. Families come here with kids just learning, and seasoned amateurs like the casual atmosphere. There is a par 3 9-hole course and a regulation 9-hole course. Both courses are sloped and open, and there’s also a driving range and putting green. Green fees run from $7 to $28 (kids and seniors get a discount), with cart and push carts for rent and walking allowed (most walk here). Lessons and leagues are available. No dress code.
26. Cheyenne Shadows
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (719) 526-4102
Description: On the base of the Army’s Fort Carson, Cheyenne Shadows is open to the public. The 18-hole course offers rolling terrain that gets challenging off the fairways. This course can be compared to a good municipal course. Green fees range from $16 to $30, push and electric carts are available for rent, and walking is allowed. The dress code is relaxed: no cut-offs and no plain white T-shirts (to the Army, those are considered underwear). The public must access the course from Gate 1, off CO 115, and have identification and vehicle registration and insurance information handy.
27. Country Club Of Colorado
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (719) 538-4095
Address: 125 Clubhouse Dr.
Description: This is a country club but also is available to guests of the Cheyenne Mountain Resort. This 18-hole Pete Dye golf course is set in a stunning valley, surrounded by mountains, a lake, and hills. The rolling course has broad greens and it can be a more user-friendly course than most to those who’ve never played it. Water is a factor on 5 of the back 9 holes and watch out for numerous bunkers throughout the course. Putting greens, chipping areas, and lessons are available. The cost ranges from about $60 (as guest of a member) to $100 (resort guest green fee). Carts are available for an additional fee, but golfers may walk. Shirts with collars and sleeves are required, and no denim is allowed.
28. Garden Of The Gods Club
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (719) 636-2520
Address: 3320 Mesa Rd.
Description: This is one of the more posh private clubs in town, but by staying at The Lodge you can play this spectacular course. You may also play as the guest of a member. The 27-hole course (configured in three 9-hole courses) features bunkered greens, pines, and probably the best view of Garden of the Gods and Pikes Peak in town. Well laid out and maintained, Garden of the Gods Club provides a challenging game. Green fees run $75 to $125, cart included although walking is allowed. There is a driving range and practice facilities, pros available for lessons, an award-winning pro shop, and many dining options. Dress is traditional country club golf attire, including Bermuda-length shorts and tucked-in, collared shirts.
29. Gleneagle Golf Club
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (303) 488-0900
Address: 345 Mission Hill Way
Description: This private club is also open to the public. The 18-hole course offers something for everyone, with open, flat holes as well as blind shots. With a beautiful view of the Front Range and US Air Force Academy, Gleneagle winds in and out of homes and trees. Green fees range from $11 to $30, and carts are available for an additional fee. There is a pro shop, restaurant, and lessons are available, and standard golf attire is requested.
30. Patty Jewett Golf Course
City: Colorado Springs, CO
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (719) 385-6934
Address: 900 E. Espanola St.
Description: Patty Jewett is the third oldest public course west of the Mississippi. As you drive in through a canopy of stately trees, watch for the foxes that live in the lush area. There are 27 holes of play, one 18-hole course, and one 9-hole course. It is well-maintained and laid out, with a bit more challenge than expected for a municipal course. With spectacular views of Pikes Peak, Patty Jewett is a jewel for the city. Tee times can be booked up to 7 days in advance (and are highly suggested). The green fees run from $14 to $30. Rolling carts and push carts can also be rented for an additional fee, or you may walk. There is no dress code. There’s a nice bar and grill with a stunning view of the Front Range, a driving range, and pro shop. Lessons and leagues also are available.