Walk or roll through Garden of the Gods without the car traffic! From 5:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 29, recreationalists have the opportunity to enjoy the park and its roadways without motor vehicles.

PikeRiders can rent a PikeRide electric-assist bike from the closest station and ride through the park. To have the best PikeRide experience in the Garden, make sure you ride a bike with a battery level of 87% or higher and select a fresh bike in Manitou Springs before entering the garden. Trips cannot be ended in Garden of the Gods. See our curated Garden of the Gods Ride Map.

Without cars, the park’s winding roadways beckon to cyclists, walkers, joggers, and dog walkers, offering the chance for a wide variety of user groups to join together, slow down and enjoy the splendor of this wonderful city park. All normal park rules will be enforced. For safety and per normal park rules, skateboarding and longboards are not allowed.

As always, admission to the park is free.

Early Bird Hike & Bikes occur from 5 to 8 a.m. May through August in 2026 on the following dates:

• May 20

• June 24

• July 29

• August 26