The 2026 Pikes Peak Outdoors Hoedown is almost here! Join us for an evening of community, celebration, and outdoor culture as we gather to honor the people, partners, and organizations helping shape the future of outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region.

This year’s Hoedown celebrates the region’s 150/250 commemorations and the heritage of Old Colorado City, bringing together live music, local flavor, great company, and our annual outdoor leadership awards.

We look forward to seeing you at Bancroft Park on September 13th, 3-6 pm!

Tickets are just $10 — click below to reserve your spot and celebrate with us!

Mark your calendars for Get Outdoors Day on June 6, 2026, at Memorial Park at Prospect Lake in Colorado Springs! 

This free, family-friendly event celebrates outdoor recreation in the Pikes Peak region and invites the community to discover new ways to get outside.

Attendees can enjoy hands-on activities, outdoor recreation demonstrations, educational booths, and opportunities to connect with local organizations that make getting outside easier and more accessible for everyone.

We’re excited to share the 2025 Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance Annual Report! This past year was filled with growth, collaboration, and impact across the outdoor recreation and conservation communities in the Pikes Peak region.

From advancing regional initiatives and strengthening partnerships to hosting meaningful events and supporting outdoor stewardship, we’re proud of what we accomplished together. Thank you to our members, partners, volunteers, and supporters who help make this work possible.

We invite you to take a look back at the year’s highlights and help us continue building a thriving outdoor community for the future.

Latest Progress

The Regional Partnership Initiative Implementation Grant (called Peak Exceptionalism) was announced in January of this year. We are happy to report that last week we secured our signed contract from the State and are currently working on sub contracts to commence the work. We will provide regular, high level, updates here in this Newsletter as the projects progress.

The 2026 Paddling Film Festival World Tour comes to Colorado Springs on Saturday, May 30 from 6–10 p.m. at the Lawn at Medicine Wheel! Hosted by UpaDowna and Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates, this outdoor screening celebrates the spirit of paddling through an inspiring collection of films showcasing rivers, lakes, oceans, and wild places around the world.

All ages are welcome, and guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs for this open-air event.

Proceeds benefit UpaDowna and Medicine Wheel Trail Advocates, supporting outdoor access, adventure programming, and sustainable trail stewardship in our region. A huge thank you to event sponsor Colorado Whitewater! Join us for a night that celebrates community, conservation, and the paddling lifestyle.

Join us at Bristol’s Beers & Gear on May 30 from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. at Ivywild School in Colorado Springs! This outdoor expo and gear market brings together outdoor vendors, local clubs and nonprofits, environmental education, live music, networking opportunities, and of course, beer.

From biking and climbing to camping, fishing, running, paddling, and winter sports, there’s something for every outdoor enthusiast. Pikes Peak Outdoors will be there — stop by and say hello while enjoying an afternoon celebrating the outdoor community!

The Pikes Peak APEX is seeking volunteers for this year’s race weekend, June 13–14! Opportunities include course marshals, sweep riders, start/finish setup, and handing out finisher cups to riders.

It’s a great way to support one of the region’s premier mountain bike events and be part of the action.

Please help spread the word and consider signing up to volunteer!

By contributing to PPORA, you're investing in initiatives that promote responsible recreation, inspire greater outdoor participation, and advocate for recreational opportunities and the protection of our natural resources. Your support helps fund events, programs, stewardship efforts, and advocacy campaigns that benefit residents, visitors, and the local outdoor recreation economy. Join us in making a positive impact on the outdoor industry, ensuring that the Pikes Peak region remains a premier destination for outdoor recreation for generations to come. 

Pikes Peak Outdoor Recreation Alliance is a designated Pikes Peak Enterprise Zone Tax Credit Organization. The Pikes Peak Enterprise Zone Tax Credit encourages Colorado tax payers to make contributions to nonprofits by offering state income tax credit for qualifying contributions. Donors are eligible to receive a 25% tax credit with a minimum donation of $250 annually in addition to regular tax benefits for charitable gifts! Stretch your charitable gift and donate through the Pikes Peak Enterprise Zone today!