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Steamboat Rock, Garden of the Gods
IUCN Category III (Natural Monument)
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Steamboat Rock, Garden of the Gods, Colorado Springs, Colorado
Location El Paso County, Colorado, USA
Nearest city Colorado Springs, Colorado
Governing body Colorado Springs, Colorado

Steamboat Rock is a famous rock formation located in the beautiful Garden of the Gods park in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This amazing natural landmark is easy to reach by car, making it a very popular spot for tourists to take photos.

What is Steamboat Rock?

Steamboat Rock is a large, unique rock formation. It gets its name because it looks a bit like the front of an old steamboat. It stands tall among the other stunning red rock formations in the Garden of the Gods.

Where is Steamboat Rock Located?

This rock is found in the city of Colorado Springs, which is in El Paso County, Colorado. The Garden of the Gods park is a well-known natural landmark in the USA.

Why is Steamboat Rock Popular?

Steamboat Rock is a favorite place for visitors to take pictures. Its unique shape and the amazing scenery around it make for great photos. Many tourists like to capture its beauty, often with the famous Balanced Rock nearby.

A Look Back: Climbing on the Rock

In the past, Steamboat Rock was privately owned. Tourists were actually allowed to climb on the rock! They would go up to get fantastic views and take pictures of both Steamboat Rock and Balanced Rock. You can still see the old stairs that were used for climbing.

Current Rules: No Climbing Allowed

Today, climbing on Steamboat Rock is not allowed. This rule helps to protect the natural rock formation and keep visitors safe. Even though you can't climb it anymore, it's still a wonderful sight to see and photograph from the ground.

Images for kids

  • Garden of the Gods Park , Colorado , 1950's , Kodachrome by Chalmers Butterfield

    Steamboat Rock in the 1950s when tourists were allowed to climb on the rock

  • Steps on Steamboat Rock, Garden of the Gods

    Steps on the rock where tourists used to be allowed to climb

  • Balanced Rock and Steamboat Rock March 2010

    Steamboat and Balanced Rocks together are a popular photography location for tourists

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