After a winter storm clears Boulder, there are moments when the landscape feels sharpened—edges defined, colors intensified, silence amplified. This epic view of Bear Peak captures one of those rare days, when fresh snow clings to the high country and the sky opens into a deep, uninterrupted blue. Rising to 8,461 feet, Bear Peak dominates […]

On certain winter mornings in Boulder, something extraordinary happens. The air clears, the light sharpens, and suddenly Longs Peak rises from the northern horizon with a presence that feels impossible to ignore. It looks closer than it should. Bigger than expected. Almost as if it has stepped forward from the rest of the Front Range […]

Winter in Boulder has a way of sharpening everything—the air, the light, the silence between footsteps. The Flatirons look closer. The foothills feel wilder. And if you pick the right trail, you can get a legit “Boulder moment” in under two hours and still make it home warm, happy, and hungry. Before you step out […]

Boulder’s Closest Winter Playground When snow falls in Boulder, there’s a familiar question that follows: How fast can I get on skis? The answer, for locals, is almost always the same. Eldora Mountain Resort sits just west of town, tucked above Nederland, offering one of the quickest transitions from city streets to chairlifts anywhere in […]

A fresh snowfall in Boulder has a way of simplifying everything. When the storm passes and the sky clears to a deep, confident blue, the city feels reset. The air is crisp, the light sharper, and the noise of daily life fades just enough to notice what matters. Beneath the Flatirons, this moment feels especially […]

Winter trail running in Boulder strips the experience down to its essentials. The air is sharp, the crowds thin out, and every footstep feels more deliberate. For runners who enjoy solitude, focus, and dramatic scenery, winter can be the most rewarding season of all. Boulder’s trail network remains surprisingly runnable year-round if you approach it […]

There are Boulder days that stop you in your tracks, and this is one of them. This Outdoor Picture of the Day captures a lake in east Boulder on a crystal-clear winter morning, where still water mirrors the surrounding foothills and the Front Range rises with quiet confidence. The lake sits calm and reflective, while […]

The Mesa Trail is one of those Boulder experiences that never tries to impress—and somehow always does. Stretching along the foothills beneath the Flatirons, this trail delivers everything that defines Boulder hiking: wide-open views, steady terrain, wildlife sightings, and that rare feeling of space even on a popular route. Running roughly 6.5 miles point to […]

Snow days in Boulder hit differently. The light shifts, the Flatirons fade in and out of cloud cover, and conditions can change block by block. On days like this, weather cameras become one of the most useful tools around—not just for curiosity, but for real decision-making. Whether you’re heading out for a walk, driving across […]

Winter mountain biking in Boulder, Colorado, is not only possible—it can be one of the most rewarding times of year to ride. With fewer people on the trails, crisp air, and dramatic views of snow-lined foothills, winter riding offers a quieter, more intentional way to experience Boulder’s legendary trail system. The most important factor in […]