Colorado Springs, CO is known for its natural beauty and outdoor activities. It is a popular destination for hikers, bikers, campers, and overall nature lovers. The city itself offers plenty of attractions to explore, from the Garden of the Gods park to the breathtaking views of Pikes Peak. For those looking for a bit of culture and entertainment, there are plenty of museums and cultural centers in Colorado Springs as well.
Reviews of Colorado Springs are generally positive, with many visitors remarking on the beauty and variety of things to do in the area. People rave about the miles upon miles of trails that offer stunning mountain views as well as a chance to explore the city's rich history. Outdoors enthusiasts enjoy the range of outdoor recreation opportunities available, from camping and hiking to fishing and more. It’s easy to see why Colorado Springs has been crowned one of America’s most livable cities!
based on 198 ReviewsGet to know Colorado Springs with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Colorado Springs
Practical Nurse - 4/16/2006
Wages are considerably lower than in Denver which is a 45 minute drive away, but cost of living is not that much lower than in Denver. Many nurses commute to Denver for
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Colorado Springs Education - 4/3/2006
Although state financial support for education in the state is not strong, K-12 education and colleges in Colorado are quite good. We've lived several places over the years, and always had kids in school. And we've been very happy with the schools here. There are several top-ranked school districts in Colorado Springs, and the Univ. of Colorado, Colorado School of Mines (Engineering & Science), and Colorado College (private) are all first rate.
Funding isn't the whole picture. The Washington DC schools receive more $$'s per capita that almost anywhere else in the country, and their schools are terrible.
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Moving - 3/30/2006
I've looking for a year now where to retire to after the military and Co Springs seems to have it all, including a Whole Foods Market and cheaper than Boulder. Is education for kids the only
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Education - 11/11/2005
Not great. Ranked 49th in the state for funding schools
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Colorado Springs - 8/6/2005
If you want deep blue skies, changing weather, vistas of mountains and great plains all in the same place then this is the best place!
It is lacking a whole foods market downtown and that is probably the main reason I won't be going back to my hometown anytime soon. I like to live downtown and walk to shop. That is my idea of sustainable
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scenic beauty - 6/28/2005
The Springs, as we call it, is strikingly beautiful. Sunrise on Pikes Peak is spectacular. Lightening storms over the eastern plains are fun to watch. The Garden of the Gods park is a one of a kind free
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