Cheyenne Cañon Art and Nature Segway Tour

Starr Kempf’s giant kinetic sculptures give this 90-minute Segway tour a memorable twist. You are not simply rolling past trees and city views. You stop to see large outdoor artworks that move with the wind, then head onto a nature trail beside South Cheyenne Cañon Creek.

I like the small group, limited to six people, and the easy introduction for first-time Segway riders. I also like the mix of art, creekside scenery, and Colorado Springs history in one short outing. The main drawback is the tight 90-minute schedule, which leaves limited time at each stop, and the route is not suitable for people with back or heart problems, pregnant women, or wheelchair users.

Key points

• Starr Kempf’s kinetic sculptures: See large outdoor works of art designed to move in the wind.
• A first-timer-friendly introduction: Your guide gives you a short practice session before the ride begins.
• South Cheyenne Cañon Creek: Leave the main road for a nature trail beside the water.
• A small group of six or fewer: The format allows for direct help and a more personal pace.
• Starsmore Nature Center: Visit a former private residence and learn about its place in local history.
• Useful inclusions: The $89 price covers the Segway, helmet, guide, and bottled water.

Why this short Segway ride works

This tour packs several sides of Colorado Springs into one compact route. You get fresh air, a little motion, public art, local stories, and views around South Cheyenne Cañon and the Broadmoor area.

That combination matters if you have only part of a day available. A standard sightseeing ride can show you streets and buildings, while a nature walk may leave out the city’s past. Here, the guide connects both settings as you move from the picnic grounds to the Cheyenne Cañon Inn, the kinetic sculptures, the creek trail, and Starsmore Nature Center.

The Segway also changes how you cover ground. You can travel farther than you would on foot without committing to a long hike. You still move at an outdoor pace, with time to notice the trees, water, and views rather than rushing from one stop to another in a vehicle.

The experience is best understood as a light sightseeing tour, not a demanding outdoor adventure. You are learning to handle the machine, following a set route, and stopping at selected points. If you want a strenuous hike or a long art tour, this will feel too brief.

Meeting at South Cheyenne Cañon

You meet your guide in the parking lot across from Starsmore Nature Center. From the corner of Cheyenne Boulevard and Evans Avenue, turn left, then watch for signs and parking on the right-hand side.

This detail is worth noting before you set out. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included, so you need to make your own way to the meeting point. Give yourself enough time to find the correct lot and get ready before the start time.

The tour begins at the South Cheyenne Cañon picnic grounds. Your guide provides a Segway, helmet, and bottled water. The instructions are in English, with a live English-speaking guide and an English audio guide included.

You should arrive in comfortable closed-toe shoes. Open-toed shoes are not allowed. Sunscreen, a camera, water, and clothing suited to the day’s weather are sensible choices, even though bottled water is supplied.

Getting comfortable on the Segway

If you have never ridden a Segway, the opening practice session is important. Your guide shows you how to drive safely and gives you time to get used to the controls before the group sets off.

One of the strongest points of this experience is its beginner-friendly setup. A first-time rider named in the feedback, Happy, explained the machine clearly and helped make the learning stage feel manageable. That does not remove the need for attention, but you do not need previous Segway experience.

The small group helps here. With no more than six people, the guide can watch how everyone is handling the Segway and offer direct help. A large group would make this opening lesson slower and less personal.

You should still be honest about your comfort and physical condition. The experience is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, people with heart problems, or wheelchair users. The supplied information does not give a minimum age, maximum weight, or exact physical requirements, so ask the provider if any of those details matter to your booking.

Cruising toward the Cheyenne Cañon Inn

Once you are ready, the route heads toward the Cheyenne Cañon Inn. This section gives you a chance to settle into the ride while taking in views around Colorado Springs.

The appeal is not only the destination. You are moving through the South Cheyenne Cañon Park and Broadmoor area, so the ride itself becomes part of the sightseeing. You can cover more ground than on foot while staying close to the outdoor setting.

The Segway is particularly useful for this kind of route because it lets you glide without the repeated effort of walking uphill or over uneven ground. Still, the tour is not a substitute for a full park hike. The exact amount of time spent riding compared with stopping is not specified, so you should expect a guided overview rather than a long, open-ended exploration.

The scenery also changes the feel of the outing. You are not confined to an urban sightseeing loop. The route links Colorado Springs views with the natural setting of the canyon, giving the guide a chance to explain how the area developed and why it matters locally.

Starr Kempf’s moving outdoor art

The most unusual stop is the collection of large kinetic sculptures by Starr Kempf. These are not small pieces tucked inside a gallery. They are large outdoor works that move with the wind, making the surrounding air part of the display.

This stop gives the tour its strongest sense of surprise. You begin with a motorized ride through nature, then pause to look at art that responds to nature. The sculptures are especially suited to a quick guided visit because their scale and motion are easy to appreciate without needing a long art lecture.

I would keep your camera ready here. The supplied information specifically recommends bringing one, and these sculptures offer a visual change from the trees, creek, and roads along the rest of the route.

The time limit is the main consideration. A 90-minute tour has to balance riding with several stops, so you should not expect a detailed study of every sculpture or an extended conversation about Kempf’s work. You will get an introduction to a distinctive local art site, then continue with the rest of the route.

Following South Cheyenne Cañon Creek

After the art stop, the tour leaves the more expected sightseeing path for a nature trail along South Cheyenne Cañon Creek. This is where the experience feels most connected to the park itself.

The creek gives the route a natural focal point. Rather than simply riding through a scenic area, you follow a feature that helps you notice the setting at a slower pace. Depending on conditions, you might find this section especially appealing if you enjoy water, trees, and a quieter break from city roads.

The phrase nature trail should not lead you to expect a long wilderness hike. You remain on a guided Segway outing, and the route is planned to fit within the 90-minute duration. Even so, this part adds variety and gives you a better feel for South Cheyenne Cañon than a ride limited to streets and parking areas.

Wear shoes that stay secure and clothing suited to the weather. The tour takes place outdoors, and the provider specifically recommends sunscreen and weather-appropriate clothing. A camera is useful, but keep your attention on the trail and the guide while moving.

What Starsmore Nature Center adds

The tour also visits Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center. You learn about the history of the private residence and its connection to the area.

This stop gives the outing a useful human element. The creek and sculptures show the natural and artistic sides of the canyon, while Starsmore adds a look at how people have lived in and cared for this place. It is a short visit, but it helps tie the separate parts of the route together.

Because the meeting point is across from the center, the location also makes the beginning and end of the activity easy to understand. You are not being taken to a distant attraction and then returned by vehicle. The tour operates within the South Cheyenne Cañon area, with the nature center serving as a clear reference point.

The available details do not specify how long you stay inside or whether entry beyond the guided visit is included. Plan on a focused stop with an explanation from your guide, not a full museum visit.

The guide, group size, and pace

A live guide leads the tour in English. The guide handles the safety briefing, explains how to operate the Segway, and provides information about Colorado Springs, the sculptures, the nature trail, and Starsmore.

The small-group format is a real benefit. Six participants or fewer means you can ask questions without competing with a crowd, and the guide can keep an eye on riders who are still getting used to the machine.

The pace should suit people who want an introduction rather than a private, fully customized outing. The route and timing are set, so the guide cannot turn every stop into a long visit. If you are interested in local details and want a personal explanation while moving through the area, this format makes sense.

The guide named in the supplied feedback is Happy. The comments particularly point to clear instruction for a first-time rider, which is useful if the idea of balancing on a Segway makes you hesitate.

Is $89 a fair price?

At $89 per person, the tour is not the cheapest way to see South Cheyenne Cañon. The price includes the Segway, helmet, bottled water, and guide, but not transportation to the meeting point.

I see the value in the equipment and the small group. You do not have to rent a Segway separately, arrange a route, or work out how to reach the kinetic sculptures and Starsmore center on your own. The guide also turns the ride into a local history and nature experience rather than simple equipment rental.

The value is strongest if you are new to Colorado Springs, short on time, or interested in several subjects at once. You get a guided ride, local information, outdoor scenery, and a distinctive art stop in 90 minutes.

The value is weaker if you already know the area and mainly want a long nature walk. You could prefer spending more time on one trail or at the sculptures rather than moving through several stops. The fixed duration means you are paying for a compact overview, not a full day in the canyon.

Who should book this experience?

I would recommend it to first-time Segway riders, couples, families with eligible participants, and anyone who wants a relaxed outdoor activity with some local context. It is also a good choice for people who enjoy unusual public art and would not otherwise know where to find Starr Kempf’s sculptures.

The tour suits you particularly well if you like variety. In one outing, you ride through the park, see Colorado Springs views, visit the Cheyenne Cañon Inn area, look at kinetic art, follow a creekside trail, and hear about Starsmore.

I would choose something else if you need wheelchair access, have a back or heart condition, are pregnant, or cannot wear closed-toe shoes. I would also reconsider if your priority is a long hike, a detailed art lesson, or hotel-to-hotel convenience.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the activity for a full refund, and you can reserve now and pay later. Those terms help if your Colorado Springs plans are still shifting, but they do not change the need to check the starting time and meeting instructions before booking.

FAQ

How long is the Cheyenne Cañon Art and Nature Segway Tour?

The tour lasts 90 minutes.

How much does the Segway tour cost?

The price is $89 per person.

Where do I meet the guide?

Meet in the parking lot across from Starsmore Nature Center. Turn left at the corner of Cheyenne Boulevard and Evans Avenue, then look for signs and parking on the right-hand side.

What is included in the price?

The price includes a Segway, guide, helmet, and bottled water. Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Is the tour suitable for a first-time Segway rider?

Yes. The guide provides a short practice session and explains how to operate the Segway safely before the tour begins.

Who should not take this tour?

The tour is not suitable for pregnant women, people with back problems, people with heart problems, or wheelchair users. Open-toed shoes are not allowed.

Should you book the Cheyenne Cañon Segway Tour?

Book it if you want a short, active introduction to Colorado Springs that combines scenery with something genuinely unusual. The moving Starr Kempf sculptures, creekside trail, and Starsmore visit give the ride more substance than a simple glide through town.

The strongest reason to choose it is the balance of ease and variety. You get careful instruction, a small group, and enough time to see several local features without spending half a day on your feet.

Skip it if you need accessible transport, dislike balancing equipment, or want a long and quiet hike. For everyone else, $89 buys a well-packed 90-minute outing with art, nature, and local stories, all in one manageable ride.