One of Boulder’s most unforgettable adventures ends at the summit of Bear Peak. Standing approximately 8,461 feet above sea level, Bear Peak ranks among the city’s highest and most recognizable peaks. The hike is demanding, but the sweeping views from the summit make the effort feel completely worthwhile. Today’s Faces of Boulder captures that moment […]

Boulder has a way of staying with you long after you leave. The iconic Flatirons dominate the skyline, miles of trails begin just minutes from downtown, and the city’s mix of outdoor adventure, local culture, and creative energy is unlike anywhere else in Colorado. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or you’ve lived here […]

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Bear Peak Trail and Boulder’s Glowing Red Rocks Towering above Boulder at 8,459 feet, Bear Peak stands as one of the city’s most recognizable mountain summits. Rising just south of the iconic Flatirons, it serves as a dramatic backdrop for countless sunrises and sunsets, rewarding hikers with some of the […]

Rising dramatically above Chautauqua Park, these striking sandstone formations have become the city’s defining landmark and one of Colorado’s most recognizable landscapes. On any beautiful day, it’s easy to understand why so many people choose to spend their time exploring these legendary trails. Our latest Faces of Boulder photograph captures that feeling perfectly. With the […]

With temperatures climbing into the mid-to-upper 90s in Boulder and Denver forecast to approach 100°F under an ongoing heat advisory, many Front Range residents are searching for relief. Fortunately, you don’t have to travel far. Colorado’s dramatic elevation changes mean cooler temperatures, shady canyons, mountain streams, and refreshing alpine air are all within an hour […]

From Southeast Boulder, a Landscape That Defines Colorado Living On a brilliant summer day in Boulder, Colorado, few views capture the spirit of the city quite like the sweeping panorama from Southeast Boulder. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day showcases one of those unforgettable moments—a landscape where vibrant green meadows stretch toward the towering Flatirons, […]

Boulder has always shared its foothills, forests, and mountain canyons with black bears. Every summer, residents and visitors begin seeing more of them, but late July marks the beginning of an especially important time of year. As bears prepare for winter, their search for food intensifies, increasing the likelihood of encounters with people. A recent […]

Walker Ranch has a way of reminding you why Boulder is considered one of America’s mountain biking capitals. The moment your tires leave the trailhead and roll onto the rugged singletrack, you’re immersed in a landscape where adventure, fitness, and nature come together in spectacular fashion. Located just southwest of Boulder off scenic Flagstaff Road, […]

When people think of Colorado’s best lakes, they often picture remote alpine destinations tucked high in the mountains. While those lakes are undeniably beautiful, one of the state’s most enjoyable outdoor escapes sits just minutes from downtown Boulder. Boulder Reservoir, affectionately known as “the Rez” by locals, combines mountain scenery, a sandy swim beach, water […]

There are countless places to admire Boulder’s famous Flatirons, but few offer a perspective quite as memorable as the view from the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in South Boulder. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures the unmistakable silhouette of Devil’s Thumb, one of Boulder’s most recognizable rock formations, standing proudly against a […]