The man on the left has scaled this Mass of rock structure as the birds watch him in the right in the Garden of the Gods, Denver CO, USA.
Situated right next to Colorado Springs off of US Highway 24 lies a small park aptly named Garden of the Gods. The acreage of the park is rather modest, like Red Rocks, but the sandstone formations are quite striking and memorable. Several massive rocks are decorated with jagged profiles with colors ranging from white, mild orange and rich reds. Spires of up to two pitch height are scattered behind these larger rocks. The park is highly developed and has cement trails in places. Climbing is almost exclusively trad, though there are many routes with drilled angles that don't require gear other than draws. Rock quality varies from formation to formation and can be very crumbly. For Front Range denizens who want to get used to soft desert sandstone, this is a great place to experience it. Get used to an audience, as the crowded park has hundreds of visitors on weekends.

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Recent reviews of Athmar Park hotels

5/5 Excellent

"Great stay- clean, friendly staff, able to check in early too. Appreciated the snack store as well. "

A verified traveler stayed at Sonesta Denver Downtown

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Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

5/5 Excellent

"Great for our little dog. I couldn’t figure out parking (they don’t offer it, but suggest parking across the street) and paid twice. But I’m sure that was user error. I also wish they would have had a place for the dogs to go potty. But other than that it was great! "

A verified traveler stayed at Magnolia Hotel Denver, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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