Cascade, Colorado · Teller County · Facility
The overlook provides a view of a deep cirque and interesting rock formations of the Bottomless Pit. The site is accessed from the Pikes Peak Highway. The trail to the bottom of the pit begins on Barr Trail 1 mile west of Barr Camp.
The overlook provides a view of a deep cirque and interesting rock formations of the Bottomless Pit. The site is accessed from the Pikes Peak Highway. The trail to the bottom of the pit begins on Barr Trail 1 mile west of Barr Camp.
Hike one mile uphill from Barr Camp to the Bottomless Pit Trail turnoff.
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