Ute Pass Region Map of Ute Pass Region
Ute Pass has long been the gateway to the natural wonders of the Rocky Mountains. The Ute Indians used the pass for hundreds of years on their treks from the mountains to the plains. In 1882, a wagon route was established and five years later the Midland Railroad opened access to the Cripple Creek gold fields.
Today, Ute Pass is the gateway for Colorado Springs residents and visitors to experience hiking, camping, horseback riding and mountain biking in the Teller County wilderness. With Pike National Forest as a community playground and wonderful neighborhoods nestled in the rocky foothills, Ute Pass beckons those who seek a different type of lifestyle.
Cascade, Chipita Park &
Green Mountain Falls
The three Ute Pass communities of Cascade, Chipita Park and Green Mountain Falls stretch through the pass between Colorado Springs and Woodland Park. Historically, these communities were the sites for summer homes and grand hotels for those desiring cool weather, grand vistas and the tranquil beauty of mountain settings. They also served as way stations and watering stops for stagecoaches and the railroad. Today these communities provide the perfect get away for those who desire something off the beaten path, but want accessibility to all the goods and services anyone would ever desire. Sleek contemporary homes share space with rustic homesteads in breathtaking mountain settings. The award winning schools of Manitou Springs School District 14 serve the area and all types of outdoor sports and activities are just out your back door!
Addendum
Area: Green Mountain Falls 1.1 square miles, total area approximately 5 square miles.
Government: Green Mountain Falls has Mayor with Town Council; Cascade and Chipita Park are unincorporated areas.
Housing: $275,000
Income: $75,000
Economic Base: Residential, tourist based retail.
Area Code for Phone Numbers is (719) unless noted otherwise
Library: Pikes Peak Library District Ute Pass Branch, 8010 Severy, Cascade, 684-9342, www.ppld.org. Woodland Park Library: 218 E. Midland Ave., Woodland Park 80866, 687-9281, http://rampart.colibraries.org
Local Newspaper: Pikes Peak Courier View (weekly) 687-3006.
Location: Pike National Forest, west of Colorado Springs, off U.S. 24.
Medical Services: Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, 776-5000, www.penrosestfrancis.org; Memorial Health System,365-5000,www.memorialhospital.com; Langstaff Brown Urgent Care Center, Hwy. 24 and 67, Woodland Park, 686-0551.
Parks & Recreation: Green Mountain Falls has city owned parks, lake, outdoor pool. Marcroft Hall in Chipita Park holds community events. Pike National Forest.
Population: Green Mountain Falls – approximately 900 year round; total area approximately 2,700.
Post Offices: Green Mountain Falls – 10560 Ute Pass Ave., 80819, 684-9185; Cascade – 8006 Ute Pass Ave., 80809, 800-ASK-USPS.
Protection: Green Mountain Falls Marshall 684-9415; Green Mountain Falls/ Chipita Park volunteer fire 684-2293, Cascade volunteer fire 684-9549, El Paso County Sheriff 520-7100.
Schools: Manitou Springs District 14, 685-2024, www.mssd14.k12.co.us.
Tax Rate: 2.9% State, 3.0%City, 1.0% County, 1.0% PPRTA, Total 7.9%.
Transportation: Teller Cab 687-8222.
Utilities:Qwest Communications, 800-244-1111 Aquila Gas 800-303-0752, Colorado Springs Utilities (water, electric) 24-hour help line 448-4848, Comcast Cable.
City of Green Mountain Falls
7035 Oak Street • Green Mountain Falls 80819 • 684-9414
Ute Pass Triangle Chamber
P.O. Box 371 • Green Mountain Falls 80819
800-780-9667 • www.utepasspikespeak.com