As the summer sun melts the snow, Pikes Peak is gearing up for an exciting lineup of events in the month of June. From family-friendly activities to the 102nd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, there is something for everyone to enjoy on America’s Mountain.
Friday to Sunday, June 7 – 9: Pikes Peak International Hill Climb testing
Pikes Peak - America's Mountain will be holding all uphill traffic to the summit until 8:30am for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Testing Days June 7th – 9th. There will still be access to Crystal Reservoir with a paid admission and $1 parking permit. The Pikes Peak Highway will open to the summit for normal operations at 8:30 a.m. For additional information visit www.ppihc.org.
Friday, June 7: National Donut Day
Celebrate National Donut Day at 14,115 feet on Friday, June 7 with the Colorado Springs Police Department. Donut Day activities at the summit will run from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and include fun games, trivia and of course, the world-famous, high altitude Pikes Peak donuts. The first 250 visitors through the Gateway will receive a free commemorative Pikes Peak Donut Day sticker. A paid admission and a $2 timed entry permit are required, or guests are encouraged to book a shuttle.
Sunday, June 16: Father’s Day Discount
Celebrate Father’s Day on Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain. Dad will get in free of charge with a paid admission and a $2 timed entry permit on Sunday, June 16.
June 18 – 21: Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Race Week
From Tuesday, June 18 to Saturday, June 22, Pikes Peak - America's Mountain will be holding all uphill traffic on the Pikes Peak Highway to the summit until 8:30 a.m. for the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb Practice Days. There will still be access to Crystal Reservoir with a daily entry and parking permit. The Pikes Peak Highway will open to the summit for normal operations at 8:30 a.m. For additional information visit www.ppihc.org.
Sunday, June 23: Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
On Sunday, June 23, the Pikes Peak Highway will be closed all day for the 102nd running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. For more information regarding the race and to purchase tickets, visit www.ppihc.org.
Saturdays and Sundays in June: Ranger Interpretation Programs
On Saturdays and Sundays in June, Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain will offer Ranger Interpretation Programs at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Glen Cove Inn. Guests will learn about bighorn sheep, Pikes Peak history and hiking essentials. These events are free to attend and do not require additional reservations once you purchase a One-Day Admission and a $2 Timed Entry Permit.
- Saturday, June 8: Glen Cove Inn / Ranger Talk / PPAM Ranger Kent
- Sunday, June 9: Glen Cove Inn / Bighorn Sheep / PPAM Ranger Sara
- Saturday, June 15: Glen Cove Inn / Pikes Pack / PPAM Ranger Kate
- Sunday, June 16: Glen Cove Inn / Hiking Essential / PPAM Ranger Angela
- Saturday, June 22: Glen Cove Inn / Ranger Talk / PPAM Ranger Kent
- Sunday, June 23: No programming due to Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
- Saturday, June 29: No programming
- Sunday, June 30: Glen Cove Inn / Bighorn Sheep / PPAM Ranger Sara
For more information on events and activities on Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain, visit ColoradoSprings.gov/DrivePikesPeak.