Road Trips from Colorado Springs, CO
Planning a quick escape from Colorado Springs? You've got options for all kinds of day trips. Several destinations are just about 1.5 hours away, perfect for a short drive with a decent drive score. If you're looking for a longer adventure, there are routes stretching over 300 miles, taking you further afield for a more substantial outing. Most of these trips offer access to parks, with Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument appearing frequently, and some routes even get you close to Rocky Mountain National Park or Colorado National Monument.
Total Routes
32
Shortest
0.8h
With Parks Nearby
18
Under 2 hours
17 total in this range
Aurora, CO
1h 16m68.3 mi one way
This is a short, 1.3-hour drive, making it an easy local option. It's categorized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive' and offers access to parks like Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, though it's not recommended for an overnight stay.
Denver, CO
1h 19m68.4 mi one way
At 1.3 hours and 68.4 miles, this is a convenient choice for a quick getaway. It's labeled a 'Turn-heavy local drive' and includes park access via Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, but it's best suited for a day trip.
Lakewood, CO
1h 24m73.5 mi one way
This trip is about 1.4 hours and 73.5 miles, falling into the 'Turn-heavy local drive' category. You'll have access to parks like Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, but it's not set up for overnight stays.
Arvada, CO
1h 32m79 mi one way
Covering 79 miles and taking 1.5 hours, this route is described as a 'Turn-heavy local drive.' It provides park proximity to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, but is geared towards day excursions.
Byers, CO
1h 47m100.3 mi one way
Full-day getaway
11 total in this range
Brush, CO
2h 47m160.4 mi one way
A longer option at 2.8 hours and 160.4 miles, this 'Mixed drive' has a high drive score of 10. It includes park access through Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument and is not recommended for overnight stays.
Yuma, CO
3h 49m211.6 mi one way
This destination is a significant drive at 3.8 hours and 211.6 miles, rated a 'Mixed drive' with a top drive score. It offers park access to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, but is not an overnight recommendation.
Avon, CO
3h 19m172.2 mi one way
At 172.2 miles and 3.3 hours, this is a 'Highway-focused drive' with a strong drive score of 9. It provides park access via Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument and is not suggested for overnight stays.
Pierce, CO
2h 48m146.5 mi one way
This route spans 146.5 miles and takes 2.8 hours, characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive' with a drive score of 9. You can access parks like Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, but it's not set up for overnight stays.
Nederland, CO
2h 23m110.8 mi one way
This 2.4-hour drive, 110.8 miles, is a 'Turn-heavy local drive' with a high drive score. Notably, it offers access to both Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument and Rocky Mountain National Park, but is not recommended for overnight stays.
Weekend trip
Rangely, CO
7h 14m342.7 mi one way
The longest trip at 7.2 hours and 342.7 miles, this 'Mostly highway' route has the highest drive score. It does not list any nearby parks and is not recommended for overnight stays.
Loma, CO
6h 1m325.4 mi one way
This 6-hour drive, 325.4 miles, is a 'Highway-focused drive' with a drive score of 9. It offers access to Colorado National Monument and Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, but is not an overnight suggestion.
Cedaredge, CO
6h 23m271.1 mi one way
Crested Butte, CO
4h 48m199.4 mi one way
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Brush, CO
2h 47m160.4 mi one way
Yuma, CO
3h 49m211.6 mi one way
Rangely, CO
7h 14m342.7 mi one way
Avon, CO
3h 19m172.2 mi one way
Aurora, CO
1h 16m68.3 mi one way
Denver, CO
1h 19m68.4 mi one way
Arvada, CO
1h 32m79 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
With multiple 'Turn-heavy local drive' options and access to Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, spring offers accessible, shorter trips.
Summer
Longer drives to places like Loma or Rangely become more appealing, with parks like Colorado National Monument and Rocky Mountain National Park accessible.
Fall
The 'Mixed drive' and 'Highway-focused drive' routes are excellent for fall color viewing, especially those near national monuments.
Winter
Shorter, local drives are best, with the frequent mention of Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument indicating parks remain an option.
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