Welcome to the Interactive Park Maps

Thank you for your interest in improving these parks. Please view each of the parks below by selecting one at a time from the list below.

Acacia Park

Preferred Alternative Plan

This preferred plan reflects input from over 3,000 members of the public, stakeholders, surrounding business and park staff.

Click on the dots below to explore inspirational images and diagrams describing potential park improvements.


Illustration of the conceptual plan for Acacia Park. 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Uncle Wilber Fountain

Water jets in the colorful Uncle Wilber Fountain

The new design preserves this iconic art and water play piece and ties it to the proposed all-ages play section in the western portion of the park.

Story Coffee Company

Storefront of Story Coffee in the morning light

People have indicated Story Coffee is one of their favorite parts of Acacia park. The plan recommends maintaining its location until a core group of additional concessionaires are secured to activate the center of the park. The central location can serve ice skating patrons and still offer curbside access for a coffee stop or other vendors.

All-Season Fun

Girl watching skaters at the ice rink

Winter Games

Woman and dog outside watching friends play games

Summer Games

Winter view of Acacia Park circa 1915

Acacia Park circa 1915

Summer view of Acacia Park circa 1936

Acacia Park circa 1936

The temporary ice rink finds a permanent home in the center of the park. The new rink is proposed to be approximately 30% larger to accommodate the growing numbers of ice skaters each year. During the summer, the space can transform to host summer games and events as it has since the park’s founding.

New Visitor Center + Restrooms

Exterior view of an example vistor center

A new visitor center is proposed to offer more room to accommodate ice skating and summer game operations, essential storage facilities and new restrooms. The look and architectural character will be determined in future design stages.

Viewing Deck

Large covered viewing area

The viewing deck is proposed to provide a shaded spot to enjoy the sights of the park and East Platte Avenue. Welcoming winter activities, the deck transitions into stone seating around the ice rink.

Concession Booths and Public Art

Twilight view of concessions booth with neon trim and seating area

Architecture Character

Woman and young girl getting a closeup view of a large wall mural

Public Art on Rear Walls

Concession booths on the rink-side with public art on the garden grove facing side help support the increased programs and activities in the center of the park.

Re-imagined
Bandshell Venue

Renovate if Feasible

Alternative Open Air Stage

Market and Fair Events

Concerts and Movies

Built in 1914, the existing bandshell hosted events like bands and square dancing. The master plan calls for a future feasibility study of the bandshell to determine whether renovation or replacement makes the most sense.  Many citizens support a new open air stage with improved lighting, sound, and open lines of sight as a new space to support events.  A concept shown here with a new grass amphitheater and possible stone seating is one idea.

Garden Grove Art Walk

Snowman sculpture, image by Chris David at dailyphoto.blog
Light glows from within benches in an outdoor plaza

New and existing public art like Rusty the Snowman will find a home in the garden grove walk on the park’s east side. Sculptural seating is proposed to include lighting to welcome evening strolls through the park.

Interactive All-Ages Play

Children and families enjoying an afternoon at the playground
Mother plays with children climbing on playground ropes

The western edge of the park replaces the dated sunken playground with a larger, all-ages play area with interactive pieces. The above image is one example of the type of feature that could be included.

Event Use Diagram

Locations of event use areas

The master plan provides flexible spaces for market tents, large and small events and everyday programs.

Tree Retention and Replacement

Diagram showing locations of existing and proposed trees

The existing park has a number of trees that may soon be threatened by emerald ash borer or are in poor condition. The master plan preserves 60 trees, adds 77 new trees, using a more diverse and resilient species palette.

Safety & Welcome

Bird's eye view of empty Acacia Park

Park full of people doing yoga together

Preserving a group of historic live oaks, the precedent Republic Square Park introduced new materials, lighting and amenities that helped activate the park for everyday programs and enhanced safety. These proven techniques informed Acacia’s redesign.

Seating Grove

Outdoor seating area with shade from umbrellas and trees

The central dining grove provides a shady spot to enjoy food and beverage from the concession booths. The grove also provides 360-degree views of the park’s activities from winter ice sports, summer lawn games, interactive play and bandshell events.

Fun Seating Elements

Artistic benches with colored panels by day and backlit at night

A series of fun seating elements are proposed to be placed strategically throughout the park and also act as park lighting in the evening.

Download a PDF Summary

If you have questions after reviewing the digital open house materials, please reach out to:
Constance.Schmeisser@coloradosprings.gov

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Alamo Square Park

Preferred Alternative Plan

This preferred plan reflects input from over 3,000 members of the public, stakeholders, surrounding business and park staff.

Click on the dots below to explore inspirational images and diagrams describing potential park improvements.


Illustration of the conceptual plan for Alamo Park. 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

1903 El Paso County Courthouse

Historic photos of the Courthouse building

Built in 1903, El Paso County Courthouse became the Colorado Springs Pioneer Museum in 1979. The building is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Existing Public Art

This large triangular sculpture casts changing shadows throughout the day.

The ‘Follow the Setting Sun’ sculpture was commissioned by the El Paso County Pioneers Association.

Katharine Lee Bates

A bronze sculpture of Katharine Lee Bates sits on a rock near the Courthouse

The sculpture of Katharine Lee Bates, who penned “America the Beautiful,” has an unobstructed view of Pikes Peak. This piece and other sculptures in the park are remaining in place except for two pieces near the southern civic plaza, which are proposed to be relocated in the same area.

Paving Renovation

Artistic paving pattern with brick and concrete

Plaza, stairs and railing converge in artful geometries

A renovation of the hardscape system and paving throughout the park would be a much-needed repair to address tripping hazards.

Tree and Planting Revival

Trees are prominent in this historic photo of man sitting on a bench near the gazebo

Meandering stone walkway surrounded by grasses

Working with PRCS horticulture staff and volunteer groups, the planting beds are proposed to be revived and new shade trees planted throughout, with select ornamental trees flanking the plaza.

Lighting and Electrical Improvements

Night view of the Courthouse building lit with multi-colored lights

Tent hooks and nearby electricity integrated beside an attractive flower bed

Augmented lighting and seasonal light displays add drama to the Pioneer Museum façade, plus event set-up features like tent hooks and secured electrical outlets support logistics for festival tents, food trucks, and market booths.

Civic Plaza

Colorful party in a plaza with man juggling and children playing by a bouncy house

An expanded civic plaza provides a platform and space for ceremonies, celebration events, and civic gatherings. An expanded civic plaza provides a platform and space for ceremonies, celebration events, and civic gatherings. The proposed plaza would also improve ADA access in this area.

Story of Us Labrinth

An intricate paving pattern defines a large circular space surrounded by greenery
Concrete engraved with text of notable historical events

The plaza’s “Story of Us” labyrinth provides space for civic events and other activities, and its paving could be inscribed with history ranging from the Native Americans to the Pioneers.

Gazebo Restoration

Historic photo of the gazebo outside the Courthouse
People exploring an interpretive model of the adjacent trail system.

Renovations to the historic gazebo would preserve the structure and could include interpretive signage near the gazebo entry.

City Porch

Wide sidewalk extends into the distance, lit by a row of street lights on either side
Drummer plays with his musical group outdoors in the park

The signature lighting on the new “City Porch” creates a vibrant evening experience for food trucks, concerts, special events, market attendees, outdoor dining and downtown residents. The traditional fixtures also carry the style of the Museum’s architecture into the streetscape.

Food Trucks

Large crowd congregating around a line of food trucks

The “City Porch” connects directly to food truck parking, which is perfect for events, as the parking stalls can also be used for farmers’ market tents and street parking.

Event Use Diagram

Diagram of the different areas and activities throughout the park, showing food trucks along the south end, spaces for booths in the center and access from each direction at the corners and sides

The master plan expands existing flexible spaces for market tents, large and small civic events and everyday programs including Food Truck Tuesdays.

Tree Retention and Replacement

Diagram showing locations of existing and proposed trees, with most new ones added along the street edges

The existing park has a number of trees that may soon be threatened by emerald ash borer or are in poor condition. The master plan preserves 80 trees, proposes to add 100+ new trees, using a more diverse and resilient species palette.

Download a PDF Summary

If you have questions after reviewing the digital open house materials, please reach out to:
Constance.Schmeisser@coloradosprings.gov

Antlers Park

Preferred Alternative Plan

This preferred plan reflects input from over 3,000 members of the public, stakeholders, surrounding business and park staff.

Click on the dots below to explore inspirational images and diagrams describing potential park improvements.


Illustration of the conceptual plan for Antlers Park. 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

Zebulon Pike Monument

Man views the large stone monument to Zebulon Pike in this historic photo

Placed In the northwest corner of Antlers Park in 1906, this monument commemorated the centennial of the discovery of Pikes Peak by Lieutenant Zebulon Pike.

Renovated Restroom

View of restroom building

The existing restroom is slated for renovation including moving the main entry to face the new playground. To improve safety, this area is proposed to have controlled access with fencing and hours of operation.

Tree Canopy Walk

Full section rendering for the proposed Tree Canopy Walk
Enlarged section rendering for the proposed Tree Canopy Walk
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An elevated walkway allows visitors to get closer to the mature tree canopy, winds around connecting with different park elements, and provides a playful experience for all ages. Also incorporated in this park design are several ways to play: a possible climbing wall opportunity, access into a City Wild Nature playground, an event space, and a dog park for our four legged friends.

City Wild Nature Play

A walkway with bright yellow-green railings follows a winding path through trees

Young boy ascends a playground climbing wall on a bright sunny day

Bird's eye view of an adventure play area

Children climbing on a large wooden bird at the playground

Climb, jump, slide, explore and revive yourself in this nature-themed playground just north of the existing Early Connections Learning Center and near family destinations of Pikes Peak Library District and the renovated Old Depot restaurants. The play area has a proposed fence and is enclosed by the tree canopy walk to maintain controlled access and set hours of operation.

Garden Plaza and Promenade

People gathering to hear live music at the park
Ornamental planting accents winding paths through a park
A large outdoor formal event in a lush park setting

Strengthening the historic connection from the Old Railroad Depot to this park, the master plan calls for an improved street crossing that extends across Sierra Madre St. into the park. The garden plaza features shaded tree walks, ornamental grass and perennial plantings and converts into an event space.

Trail Signage Connection to Monument Valley Park

Example trail map and signage

Antlers Park is 600’ from a trail connection to Monument Valley Park. This diagram shows a 2-mile loop that could start at Antlers Park, connect to the Legacy Loop Trail and cross back to Sierra Madre St. on the new Olympic Museum pedestrian bridge.

Downtown’s First Dog Park

Dogs frolic in fountain water jets during the summer heat

The east side of the park is dedicated to Downtown’s first dog park. The fenced dog park would serve the growing downtown residential population and visitors from adjacent businesses like Antler’s Hotel, which is dog-friendly. The park features a spray area, open lawn, tree benches and special use area for small dog use or lessons.

Green Screen Wall

Example images of walls with hanging plants and artwork

The four story parking garage wall along the east side of the park needs a green touch to help soften this hard edge. Options include a green screen wall combined with public art (including existing student tiles) or decorative screen components.

Improved Southeast Access

This existing walkway is uninviting and uncomfortable

Existing walkway

Example of a walkway covered in a playful canopy of brightly colored umbrellas suspended high above

The plan calls for improved access and partnership with surrounding tenants to make this southeast entry space using tools like public art and lighting.

Tree Preservation

Diagram of existing and proposed tree locations, with new trees concentrated at the edges and along the main walkway

The existing park has a number of trees that may soon be threatened by emerald ash borer or are in poor condition. The master plan preserves 44 trees including three historically significant trees, adds 66 new trees, using a more diverse and resilient species palette.

Event Use Diagram

Diagram showing main entry points, event spaces and controlled access areas

Play, loop walks and dog parks are proven nationally to provide everyday activation to urban parks. To improve safety and welcome in the park, additional lighting and controlled access of the play and dog park are proposed.

Event Lawn Area

Sunny day at the park with booths along the walkway

The shaded lawn could host informal picnics or be transformed to host temporary events such as markets, concerts or outdoor theater.

Download a PDF Summary

If you have questions after reviewing the digital open house materials, please reach out to:
Constance.Schmeisser@coloradosprings.gov