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Dec 31, 20221 min read
Mountainara Cucina Italiana
This hidden treasure is worth planning ahead and making a reservation during your stay. They stay busy so a reservation is recommended....
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Jul 6, 20221 min read
Cafe Leo in the heart of Woodland Park
We tried Cafe Leo today, which is a cute little cafe located in the heart of Woodland Park, CO. The cafe is open Monday-Sunday from...
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Jun 11, 20221 min read
Joanie’s Deli: a yummy breakfast and lunch spot in Woodland Park
We decided to stop and take food to go at Joanie’s Deli today. It’s conveniently located right downtown in Woodland Park. Parking was...
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May 29, 20221 min read
Bike riding along the Centennial trail
If you enjoy bike riding, there is an amazing fully paved riding trail very close to Ponderosa Place. It is called the Centennial trail...
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May 6, 20221 min read
Lantern Tour at Cave of the Winds
Dane and I went on a scary adventure today for his 8th birthday! The lantern ghost tour at the Cave of the Winds in Manitou Springs, CO....
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May 1, 20222 min read
Garden of the Gods in early spring
If you come near Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods is a must to visit! The park is absolutely free to visit and is a major landmark in...
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Apr 18, 20221 min read
The Hungry Bear: come hungry!!!!
We tried the Hungry Bear today with the goal of giving our guests a good review. It’s easy to access off highway 24 in Woodland Park....
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Apr 11, 20222 min read
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo: a wonderful experience!
We have been enjoying the zoo as a family consistently for the last seven years. My children have grown up going to the zoo and spending...
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Apr 9, 20221 min read
The View Matters
Our favorite aspect of this property is the amazing, breath-taking view. The property is so private and serene and the view is...
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Apr 9, 20223 min read
Custom Artwork and Décor to Create the Right Ambiance
One very important task with setting up Ponderosa Place was creating a very inviting, high quality space for people to enjoy. We...
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Apr 9, 20221 min read
Fun for the Family at the North Pole
The North Pole is a fun small park with around two dozen rides located in Cascade, CO. In our experience, the park is best enjoyed by young
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Apr 8, 20222 min read
Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad and Cripple Creek Heritage Center
Another fun day trip in the area is the Cripple Creek and Victor Narrow Gauge Railroad. It usually is open end of May through October each
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Apr 8, 20221 min read
Go Back in Time at the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center!
One of our favorite spots in Woodland Park is the Dinosaur Resource Center. The staff is so friendly and knowledgeable about dinosaurs. If
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Apr 8, 20221 min read
One of the best breakfast spots at The Pantry
One of our favorite breakfast spots in the area is called the Pantry which is located just down the road in Green Mountain Falls. Check it o
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Apr 6, 20222 min read
The Human Bean
We have heard good reviews about the Human Bean but have never tried it ourselves. We came around 1130 and drove right up to make our order.
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Apr 6, 20222 min read
Yellow Mountain Tea House in Old Colorado City
Yellow Mountain Tea House is 100% worth the 45-50 min drive down into Colorado Springs. It’s owned by a wonderful lady named
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Apr 6, 20221 min read
Stop by The Donut Mill for donuts and ice cream treats!
The Donut Mill is conveniently located right in the middle of Woodland Park. It takes about 20 minutes from Ponderosa Place to drive to it.
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