Pike National Forest
Pike National Forest is a vast publicly protected landscape in central Colorado, featuring rocky mountain slopes, pine forests, and rugged trails. It provides year-round recreation and links to nearby parks and landmarks.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Rocky Mountain |
| Subregion | Colorado Plateau |
| Country | United States |
| State | Colorado |
| County | Park County and Teller County |
| District | Pike National Forest |
| Timezone | AmericaDenver |
| Latitude | 39.2 |
| Longitude | -105 |
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7:14 PM LOCAL TIMEPike National Forest covers approximately 2,190 km² (845 sq mi) across central Colorado, spanning parts of El Paso, Teller, and Park counties. Its rugged terrain rises from around 2,100 m (7,000 ft) near plains to peaks over 4,290 m (14,094 ft), including Pike’s Peak. The landscape is characterized by pine and aspen forests, exposed granite and shale ridges, and numerous creeks and high-country lakes. The forest is a hub for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and winter sports; popular trailheads and routes include the Devil’s Head, Mount Herman, and the Apache Mesa corridor. Visitors often come for scenic drives, wildlife viewing (elk, mule deer, mountain lion), and access to adjacent destinations like Colorado Springs and Great Sand Dunes.
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