The vision of Corral Bluffs Alliance (CoBA) is to preserve Corral Bluffs' natural and cultural resources while balancing this with public access so everyone can learn about its resources and enjoy its scenic beauty.

The 522 acres of Corral Bluffs purchased by the City of Colorado Springs in November 2008 is the cornerstone. As land becomes available, we'd like to see the open space grow to encompass all of the Bluffs, potentially as much as 4000 acres.

Acquiring land for a north entrance to the open space is a priority. It would allow a safer access point which is closer for those driving from the north. It would also help create an uninterrupted rim trail, easy access to the impressive views from the rim and preserve the rim from housing development.

CoBA would like to see Corral Bluffs Open Space connect to the adjacent Jimmy Camp Creek Park and larger regional trail system. It would create a much-needed East side open space offering recreational opportunities for this fast-growing area.

Specific community needs will be determined through the master planning process after studies have been completed by experts such as paleontologists, archaeologists, geologists, biologists and botanists.

Interest has already been expressed in open access of Corral Bluffs to scientists and scholars, interpretive signage or kiosks, scenic overlooks, field trips for school children, hiking trails and equestrian trails.

According to the Colorado Springs Open Space Plan, open space areas are designed mainly to preserve the natural landscape. Amenities and recreational facilities are typically limited to trails, picnic areas, interpretive facilities, restrooms and parking lots. Certain types of recreation, such as hiking, running, bicycling and horseback riding are ideally suited to many open space areas, but are accommodated only to the extent they are compatible with the protection of the natural environment.