Exploring the Pikes Peak Region!
THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND FLORISSANT, COLORADO
Mountain Gateway RV Park is perfectly positioned on the corner of Highway 24 and County Road 46, just outside of the town of Florissant, making it one of the most convenient RV bases in the entire Pikes Peak region. From our location, you can reach restaurants, fuel, groceries, and other Florissant town amenities in under a minute—and the area’s most iconic outdoor adventures are just a short drive away. Whether you’re here for mountain views, scenic drives, hiking, fishing, history, or casino entertainment, this guide outlines the best activities near Florissant and across Teller and Park County.
Stay here. Play Everywhere!
🍽️ Florissant Town Amenities
Distance from RV Park: 1/2 Mile away!
One of the biggest perks of staying at our RV park is being just a short distance to everyday essentials:
- Restaurants
- Coffee
- Hardware store
- Grocery store/Liquor store
- Fuel/snacks
- Local events & activities
- Post office
- Small-town Colorado charm
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
Distance from RV Park: 5 minutes
Directions
Walk among ancient petrified redwood stumps and explore volcanic history in one of Colorado’s most unique parks. Dozens of trails loop through meadows, forest, and geologic sites at the Florissant Fossils Beds National Monument
*National Parks Pass Required- Daily passes can be purchased on site.
Great for: families, geology lovers, easy hiking, photography.
🎣 Fishing & Reservoirs
Distance from RV Park: varies (10-30 minutes)
Eleven Mile Canyon- scenice drive along the South Platt River. Fishing and hiking adventures abound!
Eleven Mile State Park and Reservoir – trophy trout
Spinney Mountain State Park and Reservoir – gold-medal waters
Great for: anglers, families, hiking, scenery, lakeside relaxation.
🚵♂️ Hiking and Off-Highway Vehicle Adventures
Distance: 10–20 minutes depending on entry point
One of the best OHV networks in Colorado, the 717 Trail System offers miles of riding through pines, meadows, and scenic overlooks.
*We highly recommend purchasing a map from Great Outdoor Adventures located in Woodland Park. They also offer ATV/Jeep rentals and guide services!
Great for: OHV riders, dirt bikes, ATVs, adventure families.
Visit Historic Cripple Creek
Distance: 25 minutes
Explore gold mining history, Victorian architecture, casinos, museums, scenic drives, and seasonal events in the historic town of Cripple Creek!
Great for: history lovers, adults, families, entertainment, nightlife.
🏔️ Pikes Peak & Scenic Drives
Distance from RV Park: ~40 minutes
America’s Mountain is a must-see. Drive to the summit or take the Cog Railway from Manitou Springs. The entire route features incredible views and dozens of photo stops.
Great for: sightseeing, photography, families, bucket-list experiences.
Travel Planning FAQs
Explore our FAQs to seamlessly plan your ideal mountain getaway at Mountain Gateway RV Park in Florissant, Colorado.
1. Why is Florissant a good base for exploring the Pikes Peak region?
Florissant sits in the center Western side on one of the main scenic byways of Teller County, giving travelers short, direct routes to hiking trails, state parks, fishing reservoirs, historic towns, scenic drives, and mountain attractions. It’s one of the few places where you can stay once and reach everything without long detours.
Ready to book your stay? Visit our Reservations page.
2. What makes Mountain Gateway RV Park convenient for planning multiple day trips?
Our RV park is located at the junction of Highway 24 and County Road 46, making it easy to head east toward Woodland Park and Colorado Springs, west toward Lake George and Eleven Mile, or south toward Cripple Creek. Guests can explore the entire region with minimal backtracking.
3. Do I need to travel far for food, fuel, or supplies?
No. Florissant’s restaurants, groceries, hardware store, and fuel stations are only ½ mile from the RV park, so you can pick up supplies or grab a meal without interrupting your plans for the day.
4. What types of outdoor activities are available near Florissant?
Teller County offers hiking, fishing, wildlife viewing, scenic drives, OHV/ATV networks, photography, historical tours, birding, and lake recreation. Florissant is one of the rare towns that sits within a short drive of nearly every type of mountain activity.
5. Is the area good for families and first-time mountain visitors?
Yes. Most attractions have beginner-friendly trails, paved access, visitor centers, and plenty of places to stop for food or supplies. Florissant offers a quieter, more relaxed environment compared to busier mountain towns while still being close to major attractions. There is a library, and a new state-of-the-art playground just minutes from Mountain Gateway RV Park.
6. How long should I plan to stay to see the main attractions?
Most travelers spend 3–5 days if they want to experience Pikes Peak, the Fossil Beds, Mueller State Park, Cripple Creek, local lakes, and a scenic drive. Florissant’s central location helps visitors fit more activities into a shorter amount of time.
7. Is Mountain Gateway RV Park suitable for large RVs doing sightseeing?
Yes. Being directly on Highway 24 makes arrival and departure simple for larger motorhomes and fifth wheels. There are no tight switchbacks or steep gravel roads that are common with other mountain RV parks.
For RV site details, see our RV Sites & Rates page.
8. What’s unique about staying in an RV near Florissant compared to other mountain towns?
Our Florissant-based RV Park offers the rare combination of full hookups, easy access to amenities, close proximity to national and state parks, and direct access to both east- and west-bound mountain routes making it a convenient and central location to park.
For more info on our amenities, visit our Amenities page.
9. What’s the easiest route to see the “best of Teller County” in one trip?
Most visitors start with the Florissant Fossil Beds, then head toward Mueller State Park, drive up Pikes Peak, and finish with an evening in Cripple Creek. Staying in Florissant makes these day trips simple without too much backtracking or long drive times.