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Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs Neighborhood

Flying Horse showcases a collection of single detached homes and row houses built primarily after the year 2000, with many residences featuring four or more bedrooms. The neighborhood offers a peaceful and quiet atmosphere with low traffic noise, perfect for individuals seeking calm surroundings. Parking accessibility is convenient throughout the area, facilitating easy vehicle use. Residents benefit from a selection of nearby restaurants, adding variety to local dining options. Though the neighborhood has a gentle slope, its suburban layout creates a tranquil environment that combines spacious housing and a serene setting, making it a comfortable place to settle.

Flying Horse offers a slower-paced environment. Flying Horse is especially quiet, as the streets are generally very tranquil.

Highlights of Pikes Peak

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🚠 Pikes Peak Highway

This scenic toll road begins at the gateway just west of Manitou Springs and takes visitors up the winding slopes of Pikes Peak, offering thrilling vistas, plentiful pull-offs, picnic areas, and the chance to stand atop the 14,115-foot summit.

🥧 Summit House

Located at the very peak of Pikes Peak, this landmark spot is famed for its fresh-made, high-altitude donuts and panoramic views of Colorado Springs and the vast plains beyond.

🥾 Barr Trail

Starting at the base in Manitou Springs, this legendary 13-mile hiking trail leads adventurers through alpine forests, wildflower meadows, and rocky terrain all the way to the top of Pikes Peak.

🚂 Pikes Peak Cog Railway

Departing from Ruxton Avenue, the world’s highest cog railway transports passengers on a unique train journey through lush mountain scenery to the summit, with fascinating geology and local wildlife along the route.

🏞️ North Catamount Reservoir

Accessible via the Pikes Peak Highway, this peaceful alpine lake invites visitors for fishing, kayaking, and tranquil hiking, all surrounded by the inspiring backdrop of Pikes Peak’s high country.

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This November in Pikes Peak

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

November 6, 2026

Fall Features Concert

Colorado Springs Conservatory • 7:00 PM

This First Friday performance gives Pikes Peak residents an affordable way to support emerging local artists. The program features young performers in theatre, voice, piano, strings and more, making it a polished community arts outing for families, music lovers and anyone interested in encouraging Colorado Springs talent.

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November 7, 2026

Bear Creek Nature Center's Bear Run

Bear Creek Nature Center • 10:00 AM

Residents near Pikes Peak can enjoy a playful autumn morning outdoors at Bear Creek Nature Center. Participants choose a 3K or 5K trail course, while pre-race bear yoga, costumes and a dance party add family-friendly energy. New runners receive a bear suit to wear during the event and keep afterward.

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November 7, 2026

In Their Honor Veterans Day Parade

Downtown Colorado Springs • 11:00 AM

This downtown parade offers a meaningful, highly local way to honor the military community that is central to life around Pikes Peak. Residents can line Tejon Street, wave flags and join neighbors in a public tribute to veterans, making it a worthwhile civic and family activity on Veterans Day weekend.

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November 14–15, 2026

Tchaikovsky / Stravinsky

Pikes Peak Center • November 14 at 7:30 PM; November 15 at 2:30 PM

The Colorado Springs Philharmonic brings a major classical concert close to home for Pikes Peak-area residents. With both an evening and Sunday matinee performance, locals can choose a convenient schedule for a cultured night out, date, or family introduction to live orchestral music downtown.

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November 20–22, 2026

Vintage Market Days of Colorado Springs

Norris Penrose Event Center • 10:00 AM–4:00 PM

Held near the foothills at Norris Penrose, this indoor-outdoor market is convenient for residents on the west side and throughout Colorado Springs. Shoppers can browse vintage décor, antiques, clothing, art, jewelry, handmade goods and seasonal finds, while children under 12 attend free and tickets allow weekend re-entry.

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November 27–29, 2026

The Nutcracker

Pikes Peak Center • November 27 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM; November 28 at 2:00 PM and 7:00 PM; November 29 at 2:00 PM

The Colorado Springs Philharmonic's holiday presentation is a convenient Thanksgiving-weekend tradition for Pikes Peak families. Multiple matinee and evening options make it easy to fit around visiting relatives, while the familiar story, live orchestra and seasonal atmosphere provide a memorable start to the local holiday season.

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From the Neighborhood

Stories, updates, and things to know in Pikes Peak

Know Your Neighborhood

Local characteristics and demographics for Pikes Peak

Neighborhood Characteristics

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