[3] Pierre Shale, the bedrock for Colorado Springs, and Sawatch Sandstone are found at the mouth of North and South Cheyenne Cañons.

The city purchased 640 acres (260 ha) in North Cheyenne Cañon after citizens of Colorado Springs voted for the measure in 1885.

[7] A dirt parking lot at the top of the cañon provides access to trail heads, mountain biking paths, and Gold Camp Road.

It is important to note that parking in the lot is often limited and access to Gold Camp Road and High Drive is blocked to vehicles, but hikers and bikers may pass.

The lower columbine trails starts near Starsmore and continues on for about 4 miles (6.4 km) to Helen Hunt Falls.

Not to be confused with the Seven Falls in S. Cheyenne Cañon, this moderate trail is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) and is accessible from the west side of Gold Camp Road.