Spectacular from Afar.
Breathtaking from the Top.

This historic monument is only 1.4 miles up the Russell Tutt Scenic Highway from the Zoo entrance. Built by Spencer Penrose between 1934 and 1937, it stands dedicated to Will Rogers who died in a plane crash in 1935. The elevation of the shrine is 8,136 feet on the top deck and provides breathtaking views of Colorado Springs and the Pikes Peak Region.

A trip to the Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun is included in your Zoo admission for that day.

Access

Drive up to the Zoo entrance gate and show your admission receipt.

The Shrine road is a driving only road, no walking or biking is permitted.

Days & Times

Open daily from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the summer and 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the winter.

Maybe closed due to weather without prior notice.

NOTE: Due to construction at the main entry road through the Zoo, the Shrine will be closed on Tuesday, June 23, 2009. We appologize for any inconvenience.

Holiday Closings

The shrine is closed on the following holidays:

• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• New Year's Day