Colorado Springs is a small town, but if you've ever visited, you already know it has some of the finest scenery in the entire country. Nestled amid strikingly beautiful parklands such as Monument Valley Park and the Garden of the Gods, it has been dubbed "the city Pike's Peak watches over."

Colorado Springs' historic past is also of interest to visitors, who will stroll past elegant turn-of-the-century homes, the downtown district of old Colorado City and the grounds of the internationally famous and luxurious Broadmore Hotel Complex.

This invaluable guide contains 18 of the best walks in and around Colorado Springs. There are firsthand descriptions, maps and graphic trip planning information for easy half hour strolls to half day excursions. The walks will take you through the downtown area and adjacent parks as well as more rigorous outings on trails through spectacular national parks. There's also tips on becoming street savvy, safety and public transportation.