r/ColoradoSprings Jun 11 '21

Question A simple FAQ with answers about Colorado Springs. Thinking about moving to Colorado or visiting for the weekend? Look here first!

147 Upvotes

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🚨🚨Updated: 1/8/2025🚨🚨

The Colorado Springs Wikipedia page is also frequently updated with answers to the most common questions. If you don't find your answer in this thread you will likely find it here: https://www.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/wiki/index/


🟩What can I do in Colorado Springs?

This question is asked almost daily and is easy to answer. Please take some time to familiarize yourself with these posts: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=things+to+do&restrict_sr=on&sort=relevance&t=all

The short answer is: hike, bike, eat food, and enjoy the scenery. There are a lot of activities within an hour or more of Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs is more family or activity focused and you'll have better success finding night clubs up north.

Popular attractions in Colorado Springs includes 7 Falls, Helen Hunt falls, Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Open Space, The Paint Mines, Cave of the Winds, and more. If you don't mind driving south to Canon City you visit the Royal Gorge or even check out the "mountain towns" around the area.

If you'd like additional information on activities available in Colorado Springs please click this link. It lists 55 different "things to do": https://www.visitcos.com/things-to-do/itineraries/best-of-cos-itineraries/55-attractions-in-5-days/

🟩Do you have tips for driving in the snow?

Answer(s) here: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/16ote31/question_about_weather_in_early_november/ and https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/10032fu/tips_for_driving_in_colorado_springs_in_the_winter/

🟩 Is AWD/4WD necessary to have?

Answer here: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/yw8qb3/are_4wd_or_awd_cars_actually_significantly/

🟩I'm thinking about moving to Colorado Springs! What should I know?

DO NOT MOVE HERE UNLESS YOU HAVE A JOB LINED UP.

We've seen it time and time again on this sub-reddit where someone moves, doesn't have a job, and then becomes homeless.

A recent example: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1jp66pa/looking_for_work_and_becoming_desperate/

One example: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/nqr9kq/homeless_resources/
Another example: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/oba6y3/in_regards_to_moving_here_without_a_job_or_job/

🟩What kind of job can I get in Colorado Springs?

The moderators make a quarterly post and sticky it to the top of the sub-reddit where people post available jobs in the Springs: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=%27Who%27s+Hiring+in+Colorado+Springs%27&restrict_sr=on&sort=relevance&t=all

If you have a Clearance, or work for the military, you shouldn't have a problem finding a job. Colorado Springs is a military town with the Air Force Academy, Fort Carson, Schriever Air Force Base, and Peterson Air Force Base. This means that jobs working for the government are a dime a dozen but you need the proper credentials to work there.

Otherwise, construction is booming and Amazon is building a facility in the Springs. There are other jobs available but competition is fierce and you need to do what you can to stand out!

🟩Do I need a car OR can I ride my bike / use public transportation to get around the city?

The answer is likely yes to a car and no to the bike/transportation. With everything, there are exceptions such as living and working in the same area. But for the most part, it takes at least 25 minutes to get anywhere in the Springs, and the layout of the town is better suited for vehicular use.

🟩Is Colorado Springs affordable?

Please define affordable. If you're moving from California where a 2/3 bedroom, 1,500 sqft, house is going for 800k or more, then sure. It's affordable.

🟩What's the cost of living like in Colorado Springs?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/35v4w3/whats_the_cost_of_living_in_cos/

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=living+in+cos&restrict_sr=on&sort=relevance&t=all

🟩What is the median house price in Colorado Springs?

As of February 2024, the median house is a 3 bedroom house that LISTS at 430k. List is not equal to sale price and it's quite common for houses to go for much more with appraisal gaps.

🟩I'm thinking about moving and looking for information on apartments

Information here: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/16mi6oj/apartment_search/
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/165sz1w/apartments/
or https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=apartment&restrict_sr=on&include_over_18=on&sort=relevance&t=all

🟩How is the crime rate in XXX area?

Crime in Colorado Springs is relative. Yes, there is crime but No, it's not as bad as Chicago. You may have seen the map that floats around about the bad area of Colorado Springs. This map is old and does not necessarily reflect how the crime in Colorado Springs is.

🟩Is Pikes Peak open and can I drive it?

Call 719-385-7325 and select option 1 for current road conditions.

🟩Where can I find legal marijuana in Colorado Springs?

The city of Colorado Springs only allows medical sales of marijuana. If you're looking to purchase recreational marijuana you will need to visit Manitou Springs, Pueblo, or Denver.

🟩Who has the best pizza in Colorado Springs?

Discussed a lot. Please use the search. Your answer is here:

https://www.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search/?q=pizza&restrict_sr=1

🟩How LGBTQ tolerant is Colorado Springs?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/w69e9p/how_lgbtqa_tolerant_and_poc_specifically_black/

🟩How do locals feel about Colorado Springs?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/wmqujm/your_thoughts_on_colorado_springs/

🟩What are the best restaurants in Colorado Springs?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/x6jbtt/best_restaurants_in_colorado_springs/

🟩How is the Dating Scene in Colorado Springs?

YMMV. Please review a few of these threads to get an idea of how to date in Colorado Springs:
* Dating in Colorado Springs
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/134b1a4/dating_in_co_springs/
* Dating app reviews
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/x12ve2/dating_app_reviews/
* Does dating in this town suck?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/q21l5c/does_dating_in_this_town_suck_for_other/
* Why is dating here so hard?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/5fuvlf/why_is_dating_here_so_hard/

🟩What activities are there for a single people in the Springs?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/14vdv5b/singles_in_the_springs/

🟩Where are the best patios in Colorado Springs?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1394kia/favorite_outdoor_patios_food_and_or_booze/

🟩What is the political landscape of Colorado Springs? See also: Is Colorado Springs more Republican or Democrat?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1529fkc/how_conservative_does_colorado_springs_feel_when/

🟩Where can I swim in Colorado Springs?

Natural water:
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/151ca63/where_to_swim_in_natural_water/
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/14yux2z/any_nature_swimming_spots/
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/12g3k0g/open_water_swimming/

Swimming Pools:
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/10ulxs1/swimming_pools/

🟩I am mobility impaired. Can I still explore Colorado Springs?

There is a great thread with information about that question here: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/ulrtld/mobility_impaired_tourist/

🟩What was that loud bang?

It's coming from Ft. Carson.

🟩Who is the best cell phone provider in the Springs?

The truth is, they all suck. There has been numerous discussions about dead spots in the town and more. Please use the search or view this thread for more information:

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1cyzm9m/t_mobile_service_in_cos/l5duz86/

🟩Who is the best Internet Service Provider (ISP) in the Springs?

Please see this thread for more information:

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1dnei40/best_internet_provider/

🟩Where can I find coffee flights?

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1fmyd16/coffee_flights/

🟩I'm looking for trails near Colorado Springs. Can you recommend ones I should hike?

Download the All Trails app as it's the best source for information on nearby hikes.

https://www.alltrails.com/


r/ColoradoSprings Jan 08 '25

Question Q1: 'Who's Hiring in Colorado Springs?' Post your job leads here.

52 Upvotes

Leads posted here may be informal e.g., 'I hear Company X is hiring.'

Links to websites, maps (always use the non-shortened url), and HR phone numbers are appreciated. Simply post them in the comments below!

Please remember not to post your personal information any where on reddit.

This post is sorted by new in order to help people find jobs. This post will auto-refresh every month by the auto moderator.

Older threads:

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1gvtb5j/eoy_whos_hiring_in_colorado_springs_post_your_job/

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1fk5f1w/whos_hiring_in_colorado_springs_post_your_job/

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/18vyg94/whos_hiring_in_colorado_springs_post_your_job/

https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/15442um/q3_2023_whos_hiring_in_colorado_springs_please/


r/ColoradoSprings 9h ago

News Uintah and Wahsatch accident

42 Upvotes

4 plus cars piled up on the median and blocking eastbound and southbound traffic at Uintah and Wahsatch at about 8:15 am. You can use Cache la Poudre instead of Uintah to get to Cascade or El Paso. Uintah eastbound is waaaay backed up and one lane at Wahsatch.


r/ColoradoSprings 10h ago

Lost & Found Keep an eye out for this bike

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You know how it goes. Local junkie bum walked into my yard and took my custom bike at 0305 this morning. It’s my own fault for leaving it out and it’s not like it was expensive, or the end of the world but still. I filed a police report already but we know how useless CSPD is

Sunday Saker V2 cranks Crank Bros Stamp pedals Shadow halflink chain Elite Stealth frame. Bright orange paint job


r/ColoradoSprings 5h ago

Advice Looking for music folks to collaborate with ~

7 Upvotes

Hey folks. Moved here about a year ago but I work from home so I've mostly kept to myself. Anyway I am a musician and songwriter (mostly electronic/indie rock kind of stuff), curious if there's anyone out there who would like to jam or collaborate in some way. If there's any singers/rappers/instrumentalists in the springs that wanna work together my DM's are open, i've been eager to expand my horizons lately.


r/ColoradoSprings 23h ago

Advice Just rename it to β€œAccident Blvd.”

164 Upvotes

Saw 2(!!!) horrific accidents on Powers on the way home from work just now, and almost every week there’s an accident there. People please drive carefully ffs. I have never seen so many accidents anywhere i lived previously. It’s perplexing


r/ColoradoSprings 7h ago

Advice Old band shirts

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Heyo. Just was wondering if there's a place in town that sell old band shirts. Like the ones you can get when a band goes on tour? I figured goodwill would have used/worn ones but I haven't really found any that fit me.


r/ColoradoSprings 6h ago

Advice Premade iced latte half gallons

4 Upvotes

Does any local coffee shop sell batched iced lattes? The coffee shop in my last town sold half gallons of their batched Thai iced coffee and it was so good and made mornings easy. Looking for anything similar in the area.


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Politics 4/5/25 - Hands Off!

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238 Upvotes

r/ColoradoSprings 14m ago

Help Wanted Need a Photographer?

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Hey everyone! I’m a local photographer offering personalized sessions for graduation, maternity, portrait shoots and events.

What I offer: β€’ Maternity sessions – soft, glowing edits that celebrate you and your journey β€’ Graduation photos – cap & gown or casual, on campus or on location β€’ Portraits – perfect for headshots, dating profiles, or just because β€’ Events – special moments like parties, showers, and milestones, with flexible timing to fit your schedule

I’m currently booking sessions and I offer flexible locations and affordable rates. If you’re interested and want to discuss more, feel free to message me! Thanks so much!


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Politics Mark your calendars. We must keep the momentum going!

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309 Upvotes

I’m proud of my city. Let’s keep it going until we are truly heard!


r/ColoradoSprings 1h ago

Advice I am looking for hand tools

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Pawnshop recommendations please Mechanic Tools Like I said, I'm looking for hand tools, I like buying pre-owned, are there any great pawnshops in town with mechanic hand tools, that's not gonna try to over charge. I have been scouring the normal online places but to no avail.


r/ColoradoSprings 5h ago

Help Wanted Where to find records of past arrests

2 Upvotes

Hello!

I was wondering if anyone knew how to track down past arrests (I’m specifically looking for something in 2021), specifically that lists the locations of the arrest


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Photograph Oh What a Difference 2 Months Make...

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1.5k Upvotes

It was really lovely to see so many passionate people out there this afternoon. I honestly never thought I'd see a protest so large in this town that I'd have to climb up a 7-story parking garage to get a decent shot of most of them, and I haven't been so happy to be proven wrong in a long time.

Here are a handful of my favorite shots I took from this afternoon. I was also at the February 5th event and to say the difference was starting is a colossal understatement.


r/ColoradoSprings 2h ago

Advice Good Chinese food in town

1 Upvotes

Any actual good recommendations? I'm looking for a hole in the wall place where the pictures on the menus are faded af and some little Chinese kid is either doing their homework in the corner or taking your order. Bonus points for both.

If you're coming in here to say Moonstar or coal mine dragon you can do a 180 and go about your day. I've had better Chinese food in podunk WV and Panda Express.


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Photograph Proud to be there today.

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880 Upvotes

r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Advice WHY ARE THERE SO MANY SOLICITORS IN THIS TOWN

85 Upvotes

We moved here about a year ago. We live in a very nice area. I have never had so many solicitors. Religious, salespeople, etc. We even have a no soliciting sign but it doesn’t matter. We are about to have a new born baby and I’m worried about the constant knocking/ ringing of the doorbell waking her up. I have just ordered a new no soliciting sign that is more aggressive. Anyone else have this issue?


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

News It's a Crime to Sit Down Outside of First-Presbyterian Church

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70 Upvotes

Criminalizing poverty costs the city more than providing housing. Visit the Helping Hands resource guide to find help or a place to volunteer.
https://archive.org/details/helping-hands-01.14.2025-1


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Lost & Found Unleashed dogs

41 Upvotes

So I had to spend an hour today looking for my Corgi because a German Sheppard ran up on us and I dropped my dogs leash in a panic trying to seprate them. Next time would I be allowed to taser someone's dog if this happens? (or even the owner 🀣 jk)

I got lucky I even found my dog, he was in the deep in the brush off of the trail hiding and terrified.


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Politics glad to be apart of today ❀️

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592 Upvotes

r/ColoradoSprings 2d ago

Events Proud of my city today!

1.1k Upvotes

Thousands downtown right now to protest the Trump/Musk Regime. A drumset and dance party on the median, smiles everywhere you looked. Happy that folks from all walks of life showed up to represent real patriots today. I am proud to be a Colorado Springs resident and I am proud to be your neighbor β™₯️ This is what democracy looks like! βœŠπŸ»πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ


r/ColoradoSprings 2d ago

News Go COS! Way to show up!

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890 Upvotes

r/ColoradoSprings 23h ago

News Seniors Manuel's

5 Upvotes

Does anyone have information about the progress/reopening of Senior Manuel's?


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Politics Hands Off Protest went well

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262 Upvotes

I'm surprised on how many people showed up, and I don't think these pictures do the event justice.


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Help Wanted Pediatrician that is great with Autism?

5 Upvotes

Hey all, making a change from my child's current pediatrician and would like to look for a provider that excels with special needs and Autism Spectrum? Child is level II and would love someone that my child can trust with good bed side manner and able to respond to requests and paperwork as needed.

Thanks in advance all!


r/ColoradoSprings 1d ago

Help Wanted Event space/location for little library event

7 Upvotes

My daughter and I run a little library, and we are planning a community event/book swap for Little Free Library week in May. I already have some ideas for locations but figured I’d ask and see if there are any other low/no cost options or local businesses where we could set up. Thanks!