Garden of the Gods, located in Colorado Springs, is a majestic natural park known for its towering red sandstone formations, but it’s also steeped in mystery. The park is said to be home to strange occurrences, including sightings of "Ghost Donkeys"—phantom pack animals believed to be the restless spirits of donkeys that once worked the area during the 19th-century mining days. Locals also speak of disappearing caves, with some adventurers claiming to have found cave entrances one day, only to return and find them mysteriously gone. Additionally, the park has a history of UFO sightings, with many attributing this to the nearby Pikes Peak, one of Colorado's famous 14,000-foot mountains, which has long been linked to otherworldly phenomena. Known as “America’s Mountain,” Pikes Peak is also tied to tales of strange lights and unexplained aerial activity. These eerie elements, combined with the park’s dramatic geological history, add an enigmatic aura to the stunning Garden of the Gods.
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Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center
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Ute Indians
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Chapters
00:00 Mysteries at the Garden of the Gods
01:00 What is “Garden of the Gods”
03:13 Ghost Donkey at Garden of the Gods
05:08 The Hidden Cave at Garden of the Gods
07:22 UFOs at Garden of the Gods