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Florence

Colorado, United States · North America

About Florence

Florence sits on the route: 15 minutes from Penrose, 58km from Garden of the Gods.

Florence is a town located in Colorado, United States. With a population of 3,865, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Florence sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Denver time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Florence to your route.

About Florence

Florence is a statutory city located in Fremont County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 3,822 at the 2020 United States census. Florence is a part of the Cañon City, CO Micropolitan Statistical Area and the Front Range Urban Corridor. The city lies along the Arkansas River in eastern Fremont County.

Read more It is near Federal Correctional Complex, Florence, a major U.S. federal prison complex that includes a supermax prison, ADX Florence.

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What are the best things to do in Florence?

Florence offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Florence located?

Florence is located in Colorado, United States, North America. The coordinates are 38.3903 latitude, -105.1186 longitude.

What is the population of Florence?

Florence has a population of approximately 3,865 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
3,865
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Colorado
Timezone
America/Denver
Coordinates
38.3903, -105.1186

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Florence

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Pikes Peak Summit Viewpoint

A 14,115-foot summit reached by a winding toll road, inspiring the lyrics to 'America the Beautiful' with views across the Great Plains.

51 km · about 60 min drive

natural wonder

Garden of the Gods

A free public park featuring dramatic red sandstone formations jutting skyward against the backdrop of snow-capped Pikes Peak.

58 km · about 65 min drive

mountain pass

Pikes Peak Highway

The 19-mile toll road climbing to a 14,115ft summit that hosts the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, with 156 corners and no guardrails over huge drops. Fully paved and open to ordinary cars in season.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Florence

  • 51 kmPikes Peak Summit ViewpointA 14,115-foot summit reached by a winding toll road, inspiring the lyrics to 'America the Beautiful' with views across the Great Plains.
  • 59 kmPikes Peak HighwayThe 19-mile toll road climbing to a 14,115ft summit that hosts the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, with 156 corners and no guardrails over huge drops. Fully paved and open to ordinary cars in season.

Nearby Destinations

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Fort Carson

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