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33 Unique things to do- #7 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Cheyenne Mt. Zoo
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo sits above The Broadmoor Hotel at 6,800 feet up Cheyenne Mountain.
Spencer Penrose was originally given a bear and then other exotic animals became part of his collection. After a child was bitten, he decided he needed a place to house his menagerie and so he built and incorporated it in 1926. Over the years its delighted young and old alike. Want to feed giraffes? You can certainly do that here.
With its 172 species of wild animals, engaging exhibits and irresistible attractions, The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo serves the citizens and visitors of Colorado Springs well. Along with the wonderful exhibits, you can ride a carousel that was a popular attraction at the 1932 World’s Fair. A cherished feature of Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, it has been giving people of all ages a great ride since 1937. You can also take a train ride or ride a pony. How about a ride on the Mountaineer Sky Ride where you can take a chairlift-style, open-air ride that provides spectacular views of the Zoo, Cheyenne Mountain, Colorado Springs and the plains to the east.
Take your lunch or buy some food while you’re there. You can also take a trip tho the Will Rogers Shrine as part of your admission. This is an absolutely wonderful way to spend a day in Colorado Springs.
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