Rocky Mountains · Pikes Peak Trail

Hanover Road

This road goes through some excellent grassland with good cholla patches. Species such as Scaled Quail, Curve-billed Thrasher, Cassin’s Sparrow and Chihuahuan Raven can be found. This is one of the few locations in the area for Ladder-backed Woodpecker. Deer and Pronghorn are also frequent visitors to the area. Viewing from roadside only.

Restrictions: Private property; remain on the road

County: El Paso

Directions: From I-25 take exit 122 east. This is the same exit for Pikes Peak International Raceway. Head east on Old Pueblo Road approximately 1.5 miles to Hanover Road. Travel Hanover east.

Alternate Directions: From I-25 take exit 122 east. Head east on Old Pueblo Road approximately 1.5 miles to Hanover Road. Travel Hanover east.

Habitat: Grassland/Prairie, Cholla

Dates of Access: Open all year
Hours: 0
Ownership: Private
Admission or Fees: Free

Parking: Roadside

Lodging: Hotel in Colorado Springs

Handicapped: No
Handicapped Access: Viewing from car

Delorme: 63 D6

ROC: 105 F3

Latitude: 38.57863
Longitude: -104.42306