Faces of Boulder: Early Morning Sunrise Hike Edition
Boulder, Colorado, shines as a hiker’s paradise, with over 150 miles of trails and 45,000 acres of open space. In the quiet, early hours, the sun rises over the Flatirons, casting golden light across the foothills. It’s a time when the city’s most dedicated residents lace up their boots and hit the trails. Among them is a local couple known by other early risers for their unwavering commitment to catching the first light of day. Their favorite routes wind through places like Chautauqua Park, Mount Sanitas, and Flagstaff Mountain, offering some of the best views in town. As they ascend through the crisp air, the landscape slowly reveals itself – deer grazing in the distance, birds stirring, and the soft rustling of wind through the trees. Boulder’s vast network of open spaces offers endless opportunities to experience nature in its most peaceful moments, making every sunrise hike a chance to rediscover the beauty of the city they call home.