COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Pikes Peak America's Mountain is gearing up for the busy summer season! Starting Friday, timed-entry permits are once again required through September 30.

The all-electric Volkswagen I.D. R currently holds the overall record at Pikes Peak, reaching the summit in just seven minutes, 57.148 seconds—a record that’s stood since 2018.

On Sept. 21, the summit of Pikes Peak will be closed to highway visitors, including Pikes Peak Ascent spectators until 2 p.m. Guests can make reservations to drive to the summit for 2 p.m. or later.

In 2023, Pikes Peak got a blizzard in mid-June. The year before that, there was snow at the summit in August – though that one could be considered a first snow of the season, rather than the last.

The city manages the toll gate, the Pikes Peak Highway, the summit and pullouts along the road. “The area that is managed by the city of Colorado Springs is not the area that is experiencing those ...

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Pikes Peak, one of Colorado's most beloved 14ers, sees an increase in traffic when the weather starts to warm up! If you're looking to drive to the peak's summit ...

Years-long work on a new trail to the top of Pikes Peak will go into the summer with a head of steam. That'll be in the form of funding that Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI) Executive ...

In 2023, Pikes Peak got a blizzard in mid-June. The year before that, there was snow at the summit in August – though that one could be considered a first snow of the season, rather than the last.