The Colorado Birding Trail connects birders and other nature lovers with wildlife-viewing destinations across Colorado. Its driving routes include public and private sites representing the state’s remarkable range of habitats, from the Eastern Plains and Rocky Mountains to Western Colorado.

Birding Near Colorado Springs

The Pikes Peak route of the Colorado Birding Trail highlights some of the best places for birding and wildlife watching in the Colorado Springs area. Featured destinations include Garden of the Gods, Ute Valley Park, Sondermann Park, the United States Air Force Academy, and several other sites extending from the plains to higher-elevation forests.

Different elevations and habitats provide opportunities to find foothills birds, migrating songbirds, hummingbirds, woodpeckers, raptors, waterfowl, and many other Colorado species throughout the year.

Explore the Pikes Peak route and its birding sites.

Plan Your Colorado Birding Adventure

The Colorado Birding Trail website offers route information, maps, wildlife-viewing suggestions and downloadable regional guides. Because access conditions, regulations, and available facilities can change, check the latest information before visiting a site.

Please observe wildlife from a respectful distance, stay on established trails, follow posted rules, and leave each location as you found it.

Visit the Colorado Birding Trail website.

Birding Resources at Our Store

Wild Birds Unlimited of Colorado Springs maintains a lending library that includes Colorado Birding Trail guidebooks and other birding resources. Stop by our store at 2450 Montebello Square Drive to borrow a guide or talk with our team about local birds, birdwatching optics, and places to explore.

You can also visit our Local Birding Information page for additional organizations, events, and accessible birding resources.