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#PIKESPEAK #SUMMIT #americasmountain PIKES PEAK SUMMIT At the southern tip of Colorado’s Front Range, just west of the city of Colorado Springs, Pikes Peak is the most famous mountain in the state. The Fourteener is one of the most important peaks in Colorado history and plays an essential role in the state’s tourism industry. Standing 14,115 feet, Pikes Peak was formed by the geologic event known as the Laramide Orogeny, which shaped most of the Rocky Mountains. Pikes Peak is estimated to have emerged about 50 million years ago. The mountain was formed through years of erosion of molten rock; however, it is not considered a volcano. Pikes Peak is located in the Pike National Forest, but the toll road to the summit is operated by the city of Colorado Springs. History Recent radiocarbon dating indicates that Clovis people were the first to inhabit the area, roughly around 11,000 BC. More recently, Utes, Comanches, Arapahos, and Cheyennes also frequented the area. Utes traveled between their winter and summer camps over the fault between Pikes Peak and the Rampart Range, also known as Ute Pass and the path of modern US Highway 24. The Utes knew the mountain as Tava, "Sun Mountain," and the band of Utes that lived in the region called themselves Tabeguache, "the people of Sun Mountain." The Arapaho, too, had their own name for the peak, calling it heey-otoyoo’, which means "long mountain." Following the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, Pikes Peak became part of the United States. In 1806, Lieutenant Zebulon Montgomery Pike, after whom the peak is named, was sent on an expedition to locate the headwaters of the Arkansas and Red Rivers. The expedition also aimed to explore the new territory and its natural resources, as well as establish friendly relations with Native American nations. On November 15 he spotted the magnificent peak and referred to it as “the Grand Peak.” Hoping to get a better view of the surrounding terrain and watersheds, Pike and several of his men tried to climb the mountain on November 26. However, Pike had underestimated its size, and due to the lack of proper gear and to treacherous weather conditions, the climb was unsuccessful. Nevertheless, he and his comrades were the first recorded explorers to attempt an ascent of the mountain. “The Grand Peak now appeared at the distance of 15 or 16 miles from us,” Pike wrote in his journal, “and as high again as what we had ascended, and would have taken a whole day’s march to have arrived at its base, when I believe no human being could have ascended to its pinical [sic].” For more info visit: https://coloradoencyclopedia.org/arti... For COG RAILWAYS visit: https://www.cograilway.com/ RIDE Pikes Peak, known as America’s Mountain, is the star attraction, but the journey along the way is full of show-stopping moments. You will never forget this 3.5 hour round trip journey and your first glimpse of the Summit. Get your advance tickets now to secure your seat on one of our many regular daily departures. EXPERIENCE Your journey from start to finish. Where to park, snacks you can grab, and what to expect before you embark on your 9-mile journey to the top at 14,115 feet. Beautiful scenery surrounds a range of wildlife, and you can combine your Cog adventure with a bike ride up or a hike down. STAY & PLAY Explore the many things to do in historic Manitou Springs, visit the majestic Seven Falls, or opt for a thrilling zip line ride at The Broadmoor Soaring Adventure. The Broadmoor’s all-inclusive Wilderness Experiences takes you on authentic Colorado adventures. Need a place to stay? The legendary Broadmoor has a spirit of adventure to match yours. THE SUMMIT Enjoy sweeping 360-degree views of the Pikes Peak region, from the far eastern plains to the Continental Divide along the snow-capped Rocky Mountains to the west. On a clear day, you may even see the historic mining camp of Cripple Creek and the skyscrapers of downtown Denver. Walk around, take it all in, and explore the dynamic new Summit Complex. Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @filipinoamerican