Garden of the Gods road closures beginning November 18 [Video]

COLORADO SPRINGS — Garden of the Gods will begin temporary traffic changes, hiking trail changes, and climbing route closures, starting Monday, November 18, and ending on Friday, November 22 due to the waterline installation project.

Collaboration efforts between the Colorado Springs Fire Department, Colorado Springs Utilities, and the Office of Accessibility, will implement more than just a waterline.

The goals of this project include enhancing fire and public safety, expanding/improving accessible parking, creating more accessible routes, and improving the restrooms. The project is expected to be completed by Spring 2025.

The park will remain open to guests.

Closures during Monday, November 18 – Friday, November 22:

• The inbound lane to Gateway Road is closed to cars, cyclists, and pedestrians.
• Juniper Way Loop between the intersection of Gateway Rd. to Parking Lot 6 is closed.
• Cyclists will not be able to access the park through the Gateway Trail during this time.
• Parking Lot 4 will be closed will remain closed until …