Woodland Park is a statutory city in Teller County, perched at 8,465 feet on the western approach to Pikes Peak along Highway 24. Originally a lumber and ranching town established in the 1880s, it has grown into the primary gateway to Cripple Creek and the Pikes Peak region. Today about 8,000 residents call it home year-round, with the population swelling during summer tourism season. (Wikipedia)
Woodland Park’s downtown features local restaurants, galleries, and the annual Woodland Park Country Fair. Residents enjoy Mueller State Park’s 55 miles of hiking trails, Manitou Lake for fishing, and easy access to the Pikes Peak Highway. Dinosaur Resource Center is a popular family destination, and the Ute Pass Cultural Center hosts concerts and community events throughout the year.
Homes range from log cabins and A-frames built in the 1960s–70s to modern custom homes on wooded lots. Many properties are tucked among ponderosa pine forests on unpaved roads, creating access challenges during winter storms. Most homes rely on propane for heating since natural gas service is limited to a few neighborhoods close to Highway 24.
