Ha, how much, you say? We might just take you up on that offer! Fun fact: we've actually run up Pike's Peak not once but twice-once during the Pike's Peak Ascent and once in the marathon. No footage of those adventures, unfortunately. But, if you're up for a slightly taller challenge, we've got a video of us walking up Mount Elbert, which stands even higher than Pike's Peak. It was quite the journey! 😄 kzfaq.info/get/bejne/o8t6q9djsbbRcac.htmlsi=nUbvXETV2Ke8uzft Thanks for your comment, it's always great to see such engaging feedback!

@@Learningtotravel ya. I bet. But not the ones I was looking at. They struggle to get to the fridge

But it's very cool to see the cog from the tourist point of view. I'm very glad you posted this video. Keep up the good work

Thanks for the comment, great to get some perspective from someone who works on the railroad. What you shared makes a lot of sense.

@@EscapingValerie it’s not that it’s likely to happen to you necessarily, but it happens enough that you should make sure you’re drinking a lot of water!

Is there any shuttle to get to the cog railway station ?

Thanks for sharing!

Hello Bryan, thanks for sharing your experience as an engineer on the cog, that is pretty cool. Though we can understand how running up and down that route would eventually get old. Thanks for watching and dropping a comment! We appreciate it.

Wow, that is amazing and thanks for watching. What seems like a life time ago now we ran up Pikes Peak in the Pikes Peak Marathon, that was an adventure. Bt we've yet to drive up it. Maybe next time.

Joey that is amazing. The one is Zurmatt had to have had just as beautiful scenery as the Pikes.

Agreed. They did a good job with the upgrade.

So glad to hear you enjoyed your trip on the cog! Thanks for watching. 😊

Nice! Probably windy up there most days. 🌬️

How was it?

It is a beautiful hike though we've only done it as part of the Pikes Peak Marathon and Ascend. Congrats on hitting your goal of 100 miles on the mountain, that is awesome!! 🎉🎉🎉

Can you buy a train ticket at the summit?

Love to hear tales of drives up to the top of that mountain. My grandparents used to talk about how the cars would just stall out because carburetors back in their day just couldn't handle the thin air. The train is much more relaxing!

@@Learningtotravel When we did family car trips thru the mountains out west, Dad always brought a timing light and tools. As we got into the higher country, and also on the return, we’d change the timing and carburetor settings for the altitude. We’d probably adjust it two or three times at least. Each way. Much easier today with electronic ignition and fuel injection. Worst case you shut off the car and turn it back on and it all resets itself for the local conditions. 😎

You'r welcome. Thanks for watching!

It really is!

The sunset with snow sounds amazing! Bummed the doughnut machine was down though. ☹

@@Learningtotravel all the hype up about these doughnuts and machine was down, i was very bummed.

You didn't miss anything. The donuts were not good. It comes in a tray of two. Both my grandson and I trashed the second donut. Better bet is to get the soft pretzel.

Thanks for watching. We hope you enjoy the new train!

Yes indeed

Then you can spend as much time at the peak as you want.

It was pretty fun, hope you are able to make it.

It would be great for that.

Glad you liked it, thanks for watching!

Hard to believe that was 21 years ago. Time does indeed fly. We hope you are well.

So true! Enjoy your trip!

sometimes you can not make it up the top due do weather conditions we were just there a week ago.

Thanks! Hope you have a great time if you choose to ride.

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks!

Funny you should ask as we currently have a "7 Things to do in Manitou" video in the pipeline. The Manitou Incline is a great "hike" or stair climb if you will. (That will be our next video.) The town of Manitou is a great little town with a few good places to eat as well as an old fashioned penny arcade which is pretty cool. Rainbow Falls is worth stopping by. There are some cliff dwellings as well but they have more of a roadside attraction vibe than say Mesa Verde (if that makes sense). Garden of the Gods is close by too. No shortage of things to do. :)

Manitou Incline right next to cog station super easy 1 mile hike next to Barr Trail which continues up Pikes Peak

We hope you got that on video. 😱

You get about 40 minutes at the top and the train does depart on time, not waiting for anyone who is even a few seconds late as we witnessed on our trip.

Thank you so much! We’re really looking forward to our trip!

You're welcome. We know you are going to have such a great trip!

Hey there! Great questions! Let’s break it down: Ticket Prices: The price for a ride on the Pike's Peak Cog Railway can vary depending on the time of year and age of the passenger. Generally, adult tickets range from $59.50 to $72, while children's tickets (12 and under) are typically around $49.50 to $62. It's always a good idea to check their official website for the most up-to-date pricing. (www.cograilway.com/ride/rates) Location of the Station: The station is located in Manitou Springs, Colorado. The address is 515 Ruxton Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829. It’s a charming little town that’s worth exploring before or after your train ride! Duration of the Train Ride: The trip to the summit of Pikes Peak takes about 1 hour. So, you'll be sitting on the train for a bit over an hour each way. Time at the Summit: Once you reach the summit, you'll have 40 minutes to enjoy the breathtaking views, take some photos, and maybe grab a snack or a famous Pikes Peak donut from the summit house. The train will not wait for you if you are late to return for the ride back down. I hope this helps! Enjoy your adventure on the Cog Railway - it’s truly an unforgettable experience!

The donuts were good the morning we went. I've seen mixed reviews, though.

@@Learningtotravel thank you!

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Each to their own. Thank for the comment though, we've been to the top in every way but driving I believe.

Driving down was horrendous. They want you to drive in low gear, but people in front of you brake so much, it makes you brake too. Halfway down they check your brakes for overheating, ours were, so we had to wait at the gift shop for an hour for the brakes to cool down. We found out later that a day before, someone’s brakes gave out and they plummeted to the bottom.

There are no bathrooms onboard the train. The only restrooms on the mountain are located at the Depot and at the Pikes Peak Visitor Center at the top, so be sure to go before you go. 🙃

You're welcome, thanks for watching!

It can be an issue for some folks for sure but you're only on the peak for less than an hour so it is not a big deal for most.

Rates vary based on what you book: www.cograilway.com/ride/rates/ and I don't think there are any discount options.

It may seem odd but we do not mention price because it is always subject to change and usually does on such attractions from year to year. Our goal with video is for folks who looked into the cog, saw the price, and then wondered if it is worth it. We shared our experience and our thoughts and then sort of leave it up to the viewer if they find it worth it. We've both run up to the summit in the Pike's Peak marathon and both were very memorable and like your drive we would not trade them for the world. It is a very unique mountain with so many ways to visit the summit and we love hearing from people like you and your experience with it. Maybe we need to make a driving up Pikes Peak video. 🤔 Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave such a great comment. Enjoy your travels!

They give you exactly 40 minutes.

Not long enough, that's for sure. It feels rushed. That is not right considering how much a person pays for the ticket. It's like get them in and get them out as soon as possible to keep that cash flowing.

There was still a bit of construction when we visited as well. Hope your visit was great!

Hey there! Thanks for sharing your experience with the train journey. You're right, the cost of the ticket might seem a bit steep initially, but considering the hassle and potential wear and tear of driving, it does seem like a more relaxed alternative. I totally get what you mean about the seating arrangement being a bit awkward for those who prefer more personal space. It's a valid point, and maybe something the train service could consider for future improvements. On the brighter side, it's great to hear that the views from the 3-seat side are impressive. Maybe that could be a small consolation for the lack of comfort? Thanks again for your input - it's super helpful for anyone considering this trip!

We can not think of anything beyond what we shared in the video. Be prepared for it to be cold at the top and enjoy the ride!

Thanks, will bring the "puffer coat"!@@Learningtotravel

I'm booking end of October 28th 🤞

That would have been cool to experience. We waited to long but must admit the new train is pretty nice.

We were there in late October and it was low 70's (F) and sunny at the bottom but at the top it was very windy and around 40F, though the wind chill had it feeling much colder. 🥶

@@Learningtotravel thanks!!

That's a good question but we are not sure of the answer. Best to contact them by email (info@cograilway.com) or calling 719 685 5401.

Hello! This was in late October. 🌞

Ah yes, we've also had that experience on 14ers. Hope you stayed safe!

@@Learningtotravel still enjoyed it!

moral of the story is definitely "don't be late!"

Nope hate late people always taking their time

Why? What happened???

That is ridiculous.

Thanks for watching and we appreciate the feedback. We will use it to improve future videos. Music is one of the toughest parts of making a video.

Nope was great