U.S. News Insider Tip: Don't miss the high-altitude, secret recipe doughnuts at the Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center. An automated machine churns out thousands of the sweet treats daily.

The race against the clock pits drivers against a 12.42-mile stretch of road leading up to the Pikes Peak summit, with 156 corners, 4,720 feet of elevation gain, and almost no guard rails.

The pressure from the altitude means you might have to brace yourself a bit otherwise. How to Prepare for a Trip on the Pikes Peak Cog Train All Cog Train rides are subject to weather conditions ...

And Pikes Peak hasn't gone without seeing its fair share ... unstable road conditions, enormous altitude, and unpredictable environment. Tommy Boileau: For me, I think the most difficult part ...

If you ever looked at the fresh snow on Pikes Peak and wanted to ski down its slopes, you're not alone. While in the past ...