10/10/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/10/2024 13:11
The waterline project in Garden of the Gods Park, which will improve water infrastructure as well as enhance safety and accessibility, will begin on Wednesday, Oct. 16. The project is expected to be completed by spring 2025. Garden of the Gods Park will remain open throughout construction with occasional and intermittent trail and road closures. Visitors are asked to use caution and follow all signage.
"We truly appreciate the community's patience and cooperation as we begin the waterline project," said Anna Cordova manager of Garden of the Gods Park. "We realize some of the detours and closures will be inconvenient at times, but our goal is to create as little disruption to park operations as possible. We are committed to maintaining access to Garden of the Gods Park and thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to preserve this National Natural Landmark."
This project, a collaboration between Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services, Colorado Springs Utilities, the Colorado Springs Fire Department and the Office of Accessibility, aims to improve the water infrastructure as well as enhance safety and accessibility in Garden of the Gods Park.
Please note the following anticipated updates and timelines regarding park facilities and access:
Ridge Road(off W. Pikes Peak Ave.)
Beckers Lane(off Manitou Ave.)
Free shuttles will operate from Parking Lot 1 into Garden of the Gods Park from Friday through Monday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please note that shuttle service will not be available on October 18 and October 21. Shuttle service will resume on Friday, October 25 and will run through the end of the year.
The restrooms in Parking Lot 2 will be closed from October 16 through November. During this time, portable restrooms will be made available for visitors.
Parking Lot 4 is now closed and expected to remain closed until spring 2025. However, Parking Lot 1 will remain available for visitors throughout the duration of the construction project with access into Garden of the Gods Park via the Gateway Trail. Additional ADA spots have been added to Parking Lot 2.
Central Garden Trail from Gateway Rd. to Parking Lot 4 will close Wednesday, Oct. 23 and is expected to reopen early spring 2025.
For up-to-date information, follow CoSpringsParks on Facebook. To view the interactive map, visit ColoradoSprings.gov/GOGWaterlineProject.