List: Four Places To Run In The Colorado Springs Area

Did you wake up with an extra itch to lace up the running shoes this morning? That might be because it's national running day. From paved roads to hidden trails, here's a few of the best places in the Pikes Peak region to celebrate the world of running. Ready. Set. Go. 1. Monument Valley Park While some trails remain soggy from recent downpours, Monument Park is a good go-to place for trail-lovers, said Gary Stains, who owns local running shop Runners Roost. "This place is really nice because it drains well, even in heavy rain and you can run all over the place," he said. Joggers can do a 4-mile loop or, for the more adventurous types, they can extend the route all the way to the Air Force