Sports Betting in Colorado Springs, Colorado
Colorado Springs is Colorado's second-largest city and home to the US Air Force Academy. The market is overwhelmingly mobile; the closest retail sportsbook is in Cripple Creek, about an hour west; and the local college sports angle (Air Force Falcons) drives meaningful niche betting volume.
Best sportsbooks for Colorado Springs bettors
Every Colorado-licensed sportsbook is available statewide, but the picks below match the Colorado Springs market based on local team partnerships, nearest retail and product fit:
Hard Rock Bet
Loyalty PerksBet $100, Get $100
DraftKings
Market LeaderBet $5, Get $200 in Bonus Bets
FanDuel
Mobile ExperienceGet $300 Back in Bonus Bets
Local teams to bet on from Colorado Springs
- Air Force Falcons ; NCAA
- Switchbacks FC (USL Championship) ; Soccer
- Colorado College Tigers (NCAA hockey) ; NCAA hockey
Nearest retail sportsbooks
Colorado is a mobile-dominated market; over 99% of handle is online; but if you want a retail experience:
- Johnny Nolon's Casino (Hard Rock Bet) in Cripple Creek; ~45 miles southwest of Colorado Springs
- Bronco Billy's Casino in Cripple Creek; ~45 miles
Top venues in and around Colorado Springs
- Falcon Stadium (Air Force)
- Weidner Field (Switchbacks FC)
- Robson Arena (Colorado College hockey)
Colorado Springs betting angle
Colorado Springs is the closest major metro to Cripple Creek; making Hard Rock Bet (partnered with Johnny Nolon's Casino) a natural local choice for retail/loyalty crossover. For mobile betting on the Air Force Falcons, DraftKings and FanDuel offer the deepest college markets.
Statewide rules apply
- 21+ to register and bet
- Must be physically located inside Colorado state lines (geolocation enforced)
- Residency is not required; visitors qualify too
- In-state college player props are prohibited; game-level markets remain available
For the full legal framework, see our Colorado sports betting laws page.
Sports Betting in Colorado Springs FAQ
Where is the nearest retail sportsbook to Colorado Springs?
The closest retail sportsbooks to Colorado Springs are in Cripple Creek, about 45 miles southwest via US-24 and CO-67. Hard Rock Bet (Johnny Nolon's) and Bronco Billy's are the primary operators.
Can I bet on the Air Force Falcons from Colorado?
Yes; at the game level. Colorado allows betting on in-state college teams including Air Force, CU, CSU and Denver. Player props on individual college athletes are not permitted.
Which sportsbook app is best in Colorado Springs?
Hard Rock Bet is a natural local choice given the Cripple Creek loyalty crossover. For overall product depth, DraftKings and FanDuel dominate. bet365 leads on live betting for Air Force games.
Is sports betting legal in Colorado Springs?
Yes. Mobile sports betting is legal statewide across Colorado for anyone 21+ physically located within state lines. Colorado Springs has no retail sportsbook within city limits; the nearest are in Cripple Creek.