There's little doubt that a trip to Colorado Springs is the best way to see the state's famed "rad" culture. We're tucked up against the Rocky Mountains, a natural amenity that attracts visitors across the country.

We also have a rich history of the Wild West, amazing geological formations, and many fun activities for the whole family. We at Pikes Peak Region Attractions want you to have a fantastic time in Colorado Springs, so we've put our heads together to come up with some suggestions.

We have lived in the area for over a century, so trust us when we say we're an authority on the subject! If you take our advice, you won't have to worry as much about the little things that might turn your mountain getaway into a drag.

Simple Strategies For A Successful Trip to Colorado Springs

Visiting a state as much as 14,000 feet above your own might be scary. It's also possible to hear several horror tales set at high altitudes. An upbeat speech for the troops! If you follow these guidelines, you will end yourself in a different category than those people.

Intake of Water

This is a sound piece of advice for vacationers in whatever climate. While travelling, our lovely human bodies are subjected to dehydration. As our environment is arider than anything else, this is especially crucial in Colorado, despite our afternoon rainfall, plenty of lakes, and rushing rivers.

Easy access to refills is much easier if you always carry a water bottle with you. Also, remember to keep topping it out often, especially when engaged in strenuous exercise or when the temperature outside is high. Restrict your alcohol consumption as much as possible.

Alcohol dehydrates the body, so if you plan on visiting any of our many breweries, wineries, or distilleries (yes, everything is simply more wonderful here), remember to drink plenty of water alongside your alcoholic beverages.

Facial Coverage:

It's not just a tall story that sunburns in the mountains are worse and comes on more quickly. Everybody should use sunscreen to protect against the sun's harmful rays. It would help if you also protect your head by donning a hat unless you enjoy getting a burn line across your scalp that hurts when you brush your hair and causes it to fall out in suspicious-looking flakes at your shoulders.

By wearing a hat, you can keep the sun out of your eyes and reduce the amount of light hitting your face. Wearing a cap in the form of a fisherman is another way to rest your weary neck. Apply and reapply sunscreen as directed on the container every two hours while outside. Take it with you on your next camping trip or hike if you don't want to feel unhappy and a little red afterwards.

Be Aware of Your Height:

Since there is a lot to see and see here, it is tempting to save time getting started. On the other hand, you can get a head start by running or walking quickly. A mosey is possible. It's simple to feel winded and tired from exertion due to the higher altitude and thinner air.

You may prevent the minor inconvenience of altitude sickness during your trip to the Pikes Peak area by taking it easy and resting frequently. Take your time acclimating to the altitude after a rapid ascent of several thousand feet, such as driving to the top of Pikes Peak.

You'll need to use the same caution down to Colorado's "sea level" of 6,000 feet. Even as locals, we get a workout going up and down Pikes Peak, so others living at a lower elevation should take note.

This last altitude survival advice is included last on the list since the preceding two suggestions are crucial to your success at a greater altitude. You'll be on the path to altitude acclimatization in no time if you drink lots of water and keep an eye out for that enormous ball of everlasting fusion in the sky.

Train To Be A Mountain Guardian

Many admire our gorgeous mountains, yet protecting them may be challenging. When many people congregate, trash and other forms of waste quickly build. Take Mount Everest as an example; it's covered with piles of rubbish, broken equipment, and other unsightly debris, some of which is human faeces.

Colorado Springs strives not to fall into the "Everest trap" by urging tourists to uphold the scouts' original slogan, "Leave it better than you found it." Other responsibilities of mountain stewards are preventing forest fires and minimizing human disturbance of animals.