Boulder is once again facing a hot, dry Colorado summer, but there’s encouraging news: despite ongoing drought conditions, the city’s water system remains resilient, and mandatory water restrictions are not in effect. Instead, officials are asking residents and businesses to voluntarily conserve water now to help protect supplies throughout the remainder of the summer and […]

When the temperatures soar into the 90s, Boulder knows exactly how to cool down. From juicy Colorado peaches and crisp farmers market produce to handcrafted ice cream on Pearl Street and refreshing smoothie bowls after a Flatirons hike, summer eating here is all about staying energized while enjoying the best local flavors. Whether you’re spending […]

Tucked beneath the towering sandstone walls of Eldorado Canyon, just 15 minutes south of Boulder, sits one of Colorado’s most beloved summer traditions. For more than 120 years, generations of families have escaped the summer heat by diving into the cool, mineral-rich waters of the historic Eldorado Springs Pool. The remarkable part? It’s still welcoming […]

Imagine pulling off the road, stepping out of your car, and instantly hearing the soothing rush of crystal-clear water tumbling over smooth rocks. That’s the magic of Boulder Creek, the refreshing ribbon of water that flows through the heart of Boulder and serves as today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day. Fed by snowmelt high along […]

Most Boulder locals know the feeling. You finish a morning hike to Royal Arch, tackle a few miles around Chautauqua, or spend the morning riding Boulder Creek Path. Everything feels great while you’re outside. Then by early afternoon you’re unusually tired, your legs feel heavy, and a dull headache starts creeping in. Many people blame […]

On a picture-perfect Boulder day, with brilliant blue skies, warm sunshine, and a gentle breeze drifting through the canyon, Eldorado Canyon State Park comes alive with the sights and sounds of one of America’s most legendary climbing destinations. Just minutes from downtown Boulder, the towering sandstone cliffs of Eldorado Springs attract climbers from around the […]

When summer temperatures soar in Boulder, there’s one place locals head before anywhere else: Boulder Reservoir. Known simply as “the Res,” it’s home to one of Colorado’s largest seasonally lifeguarded swim beaches, spectacular Flatirons views, and nearly every water activity imaginable—all just minutes from downtown. Spanning roughly 700 acres with a 150-acre reservoir at its […]

There are certain views that instantly tell you exactly where you are, and the view from the top of Mount Sanitas is unmistakably Boulder. Today’s Boulder Picture of the Day captures a perfect summer moment high above the city. A lone hiker stands at the rocky summit, taking in the sweeping panorama below. In the […]

Just Minutes from Downtown, Boulder Offers Some of the Finest Outdoor Bouldering on the Planet There are few places in the world where world-class climbing begins just minutes from downtown. Boulder, Colorado, is one of them. The city earned its name from the massive rock formations scattered along Boulder Creek and beneath the Flatirons. Today, […]

Imagine standing in Chautauqua Park on a perfect Boulder summer day—the kind where warm sunshine, blue skies, and mountain air make it almost impossible to leave. A classic wooden fence curves across the foreground, naturally framing one of Colorado’s most recognizable views. Beyond the open meadow, the Flatirons rise dramatically above Boulder, their massive, tilted […]