Woodland Park has been nicknamed the ‘City Above the Clouds’ by Cal Elder, a long term resident of Woodland Park; This name was influenced by the clear skies of the city, unlike that of the surrounding areas. The city was officially incorporated into the state in 1891 after being established as a business center, as well as a resort town. Initially the city’s primary business was saw milling, but now it is tourism that fuels the economy.
Woodland Park and nearby Attractions
Mueller State Park
American Numismatic Money Museum
Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument
Woodland Park Public Library
Arapahoe Basin
Things To Do In Woodland Park
Woodland Park provides easy access to a number of museums and historic sites such as the Miramont Castle Museum, Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument, American Numismatic Money Museum, and Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center. The city also has excellent provisions for recreational activities such as hiking, climbing, and fishing. The local festivals include the Mountain Art Festival and the Oktoberfest held during the months of July and September, respectively. Woodland Park is also the home of the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center which showcases exhibits related to dinosaurs and fossils.
Woodland Park Transportation
The closest airport to the city is the Colorado Springs Municipal Airport.
Woodland Park Higher Education
Schools for higher education can be attended at Colorado College, United States Air Force Academy, University of Colorado – Colorado Springs, and Pikes Peak Community College.