Quantcast
  Wednesday - May 13th, 2026
×

What can we help you find?

Open Menu

Blog

Boulder’s Spring Runoff Is Roaring: Where to See It Right Now

Spring doesn’t arrive quietly in Boulder — it roars in. Right now, snowmelt from Colorado’s high country is pouring into Boulder Creek, transforming it into one of the most powerful and mesmerizing natural shows of the year. The water is faster, louder, and more intense than at any other time, and across town, people are […]

Read More

Boulder Heat Wave: Dehydration Risk Rising Fast

Boulder might not feel scorching at first glance, but right now, dehydration is hitting harder than people expect. A combination of warm temperatures, dry air, and high elevation is creating the perfect conditions for people to lose fluids quickly—often without realizing it. This isn’t just about heat. In Boulder, it’s about altitude. Why Dehydration Happens […]

Read More

Spring Bowls Are Taking Over Boulder: Here’s Why CU Students Love Them

Boulder Students Are Switching to Spring Bowls — Here’s Why As the weather warms up in Boulder and students return to spending more time outside, eating habits start to shift. Heavy winter comfort foods slowly give way to something lighter, fresher, and easier to grab between classes. One food trend that perfectly captures this seasonal […]

Read More

Boulder at 5:30 AM: Why Early Mornings Matter More Than Ever

Early mornings in Boulder offer something increasingly rare — quiet streets, cool air, and a calm start before the city begins moving. At 5:30 AM, Boulder feels noticeably different. Traffic is minimal. Sidewalks remain largely empty. The pace slows just enough to allow people to notice details often missed later in the day: the steady […]

Read More

Boulder’s Dog of the Day: Green Grass, Open Space, and One Happy Pup

Spring has arrived in Boulder, and nothing captures the season quite like today’s Dog of the Day — a joyful pup sprinting across lush green grass, ears flying, tail high, and not a care in the world. It’s the kind of moment that reminds us why Boulder is consistently ranked among the most dog-friendly cities […]

Read More

Boulder Biker Rolling Toward the Flatirons on a Perfect Day

This Outdoor Picture of the Day captures the essence of Boulder in motion. A single rider moves steadily westward along one of the scenic trails east of town—the well-loved corridor that parallels Route 36 and leads straight into Boulder. It’s a route locals know by heart, yet no two rides ever feel the same. The […]

Read More

Best Spring Waterfall Hikes Near Boulder (With Boulder Falls Often Closed)

Spring in Boulder brings one of the most dramatic seasonal shifts in Colorado’s foothills. As snow melts across the Front Range, creeks swell, canyon walls echo with rushing water, and waterfalls reach their strongest flow of the year. For hikers, photographers, and locals looking to get outside after winter, this is one of the best […]

Read More

March Madness – Winners, Losers, and Boozers

It’s Saint Patrick’s Day, it’s March Madness, I have picks for you, I have the luck of the Irish, and today, I’m feeling like a genius! Sorry, I mean that I’m feeling like a Guinness! So, grab those bracket sheets, a pen with plenty of ink, join me for that beer, and let’s have some […]

Read More

Coot Lake Boulder Colorado: Outdoor Picture of the Day at a Hidden Gem

BOULDER, Colorado — Days like this remind you exactly why Boulder is one of the most beautiful places in the country. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day comes from Coot Lake, where a quiet bench, calm water, and wide-open skies came together for one of those simple, unforgettable Colorado moments. Just north of town, Coot […]

Read More
Load More
Boulder Colorado Air Quality

A Day on Boulder Creek

Community Partners