Royal Gorge Bridge and Park

History and Heritage of the Royal Gorge Colorado Springs Region

Royal Gorge Bridge and Park - Royal Gorge near Colorado Springs

The Royal Gorge is a canyon found on the Arkansas River near Cañon City, Colorado and is often called the "Grand Canyon of the Arkansas." With a width of 40-50 feet at its base, a few hundred feet at its top, and a depth of 1,200 feet in places, the 10-mile-long canyon is a narrow, steep gorge through the granite of Fremont Peak.

In 1929, Cañon City authorized the building of the Royal Gorge Bridge, which at 1,053 feet above the river, is one of the highest suspension bridges over water in the world. The bridge forms the heart of Royal Gorge Bridge and Park, a theme park owned and operated by the city. The Royal Gorge Park now includes the bridge, the world's highest zipline, aerial tram, incline railway, Royal Rush Skycoaster, Burro Rides, Carousel, Silver Rock Railroad, a cliff walk, petting zoo and wildlife park. There is more than enough fun to keep your family entertained for an entire day at the Royal Gorge Colorado Springs region.

In the summer months, whitewater rafting is also a very popular activity in the Royal Gorge. Tourists travel from around the world to tackle the Class IV rapids of the Arkansas River and enjoy the scenery of the gorge. The Royal Gorge Route Railroad is another spectacular way to travel through the Royal Gorge.

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Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Hours

November 1 - March 1: 10AM - 4PM Daily

March 2 - March 15: 10AM - 5PM Daily

March 16 - March 31 Weekdays: 10AM - 5PM, Weekends: 10AM - 6PM

April 1 - 26 Weekdays: 10AM - 5PM, Weekends: 10AM - 6PM

April 27 - June 14 Weekdays: 10AM - 6PM, Weekends: 10AM - 7PM

June 15 - August 11: 10AM - 7PM Daily

August 12 - September 2 Weekdays: 10AM - 6PM, Weekends: 10AM - 7PM

September 3 - 29 Weekdays: 10AM - 5PM, Weekends: 10AM - 6PM

September 30 - October 31: Weekdays 10AM - 4PM, Weekends: 10AM - 5PM

Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Admission (valid thru 9/30/13)

Peak Season Individual Daily Passport Prices

Adult: $26

Child (age 4-11): $20

Senior (60+): $22

Hours and ticket prices subject to change. Please check ahead for most recent information.

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