Pikes Peak Library District

The Pikes Peak Library District is one of the Top 10 library districts in the country (for its population) based on the HAPLER Public Library ratings system.

What that means for you is there is an amazing travel resource for you right in Colorado Springs!

A library might not be your first choice for travel information, but it might be your best choice.

In fact, there are 12 branches that you can visit all over the Pikes Peak region.

Whether you’re right downtown, driving up the Ute Pass, or in the north end of the city.

Bonus: Wireless Zone! Pikes Peak Library District’s facilities offer free wireless connectivity. Wi-Fi for short.

If you have your own laptop, you can get online. And if you don’t have a laptop, you can obtain a guest pass for free access to their computer labs.

Remember: the best part of any library is that it’s free.

Another perk is that the staff at Pikes Peak Library District are friendly, knowledgeable locals who know the area better than most.

Library staff can answer difficult questions concerning just about anything you can dream up.

Pikes Peak Library District Whether it’s about directions, local businesses, or attractions in the area, they'll help you find the right travel materials.

The downtown branch alone has dozens of Colorado travel guides, photo books, and magazines to help you brainstorm ideas about where to visit and learn details about your destinations.

Another great resource the Pikes Peak Library District offers is an online service called “Ask Colorado.” If you visit their website at ppld.org, you can use this service by clicking on the “Ask a Librarian” icon, and then clicking on the “Ask Colorado 24/7” link.

Then you can chat live with a librarian anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, except major holidays.

If you’re a history buff, I recommend visiting the Penrose branch’s Carnegie library, where their Special Collections resides. There you can view beautiful paintings of the Old West, read through an extensive history books collection, and learn about the Pikes Peak Gold Rush.

The Old Colorado City branch is another beautiful Carnegie building, conveniently located next to Bancroft Park and all the shops in Old Colorado City.

A library is a great place to simply grab a book, sit back, and stare at the mountain view. (The East Library branch is especially nice for that). If you’re on vacation, sometimes a little peace and quiet is just what you need.

The main branches are Penrose (downtown) and East (off Union).

Visit ppld.org and click on Branch Hours & Information for a map of all the locations.

PPLD: (719) 531-6333

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