MANITOU SPRINGS, Colo. — The cog railway that takes visitors to the summit of Pikes Peak is offering a special opportunity for early risers next week.
On July 21, National Parks and Recreation Day, the train will make a 4:30 a.m. trip for riders to see the sunrise from the top of the 14,115' mountain. The summit visitor center will also be open.
Tickets for the special sunrise train are available for advance purchase on the cog's website. They're $99 per person. The cog said a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Manitou Springs Carnegie Library's renovation project.
The cog said additional sunrise trains are being considered for other dates, and more information will be announced soon.
The same day, the Pikes Peak Highway will open early -- at 4:45 a.m. -- so visitors can drive to the top of the mountain to see the sunrise. Drivers must make a timed entry reservation and purchase tickets in advance to make that drive.
The highway will also open for the sunrise on three other dates this year:
- National Mountain Climbing Day - Tuesday, August 1
- 9/11 Commemorative Day - Monday, Sept. 11
- Indigenous Peoples’ Day - Monday, Oct. 9
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