Pikes Peak Highway - 5 miles West of Manitou Springs
Description:
Race To The Clouds! This 88th Running of the Pikes Peak International Auto Hill Climb is the 2nd oldest motorsports race, and has been going strong since 1916. The race course is 12.42 miles with over 156 turns, averaging a 7% grade on both gravel and paved roads. The race finishes at 14,115 feet at the summit of Pikes Peak. Come watch the excitment as Cars, Trucks, Motorcycles and Quads make their way up to beat the record time. The road opens at 4:00am, closes at 8:00am, with the race starting at 9:30am. Tickets are available for Pre-race activities and qualifications in the days preceeding the race. For more information call 719-685-4400 or visit www.ppihc.com