Cheyenne Spring, Manitou Springs, Colorado, CO, 80829

## Overview Cheyenne Spring is one of the celebrated naturally carbonated artesian soda springs of Manitou Springs, Colorado — a town whose very name derives from the mineral springs that have drawn visitors for centuries. Fed by limestone aquifers estimated to reach depths of about a mile, Cheyenne Spring produces naturally effervescent water that has long been described as having a pleasant, sweet soda-like taste. The spring's mineral-rich waters are believed to have been flowing for roughly 20,000 years, shaped by the unique geology of the Pikes Peak region where ancient Precambrian granite meets deep layers of sedimentary limestone. In the 1870s, Cheyenne Spring was part of the historic Soda Springs Park, a popular gathering place that also included Navajo Spring and Shoshone Spring. These springs were central to Manitou Springs' identity as a health resort destination during the late 19th century, when visitors from across the country traveled to "take the waters" for their purported therapeutic benefits. The Ute people and other Indigenous groups are known to have valued the area's mineral springs long before European settlement, considering the effervescent waters to hold spiritual and healing significance. Today, Cheyenne Spring remains a publicly accessible drinking spring located along Manitou Avenue in the heart of Manitou Springs. It is one of several historic springs in town that visitors can still sample. The water has historically been used as a drinking water source and is widely reported to have a distinctive, mildly carbonated mineral flavor. ## Directions 1. From Colorado Springs, head west on US-24 toward Manitou Springs. 2. Take the Manitou Avenue exit and continue west into the town of Manitou Springs. 3. Cheyenne Spring is located at **921 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829**, along the main commercial strip through town. 4. Look for the spring fountain or spout along Manitou Avenue. Street parking is available nearby, though it can be limited during peak tourist season — consider parking in one of the public lots in town and walking. 5. GPS coordinates: **38.858689, -104.917977** ## What to Expect Cheyenne Spring is situated right along Manitou Avenue, making it one of the most accessible of Manitou Springs' historic mineral springs. The spring is publicly accessible and visitors can taste the naturally carbonated water, which has a distinctive effervescent mineral quality — often described as a natural "sweet soda" flavor, though individual impressions of the taste vary. The spring is part of a broader self-guided walking tour of Manitou Springs' historic mineral springs. Visitors often make a day of sampling several springs throughout town, each with its own unique mineral profile and flavor. Nearby springs include Navajo Spring and Shoshone Spring, both of which were part of the original 1870s Soda Springs Park. Manitou Avenue is the town's lively main street, lined with shops, galleries, restaurants, and historic architecture, so there is plenty to explore before and after visiting the spring. The area is walkable and family-friendly. The spring flows year-round, though flow rates may vary seasonally. Visitors sometimes bring small cups or bottles to sample the water more easily. The town of Manitou Springs sits at the base of Pikes Peak at an elevation of approximately 6,320 feet, so visitors coming from lower elevations should be mindful of the altitude. The setting is scenic, with views of the surrounding foothills and red rock formations characteristic of the Colorado Front Range.