Some people see Boulder Creek as a peaceful place to take a walk. Others see it as nature’s ultimate playground. Every spring and early summer, as snowmelt rushes down from the Rocky Mountains, Boulder Creek transforms into one of Colorado’s most exciting urban whitewater runs. For kayakers, it’s more than just fast-moving water—it’s an opportunity […]

Boulder Creek: Where Summer Comes Alive Today’s Face of Boulder is one of pure joy—a smiling tuber floating through the cool waters of Boulder Creek beneath brilliant blue Colorado skies. With the iconic Flatirons rising above the city, few summer traditions capture the spirit of Boulder quite like a relaxing afternoon on the creek. When […]

On a beautiful Colorado afternoon, a group of students at the University of Colorado Boulder sits together on a campus bench, enjoying one of those perfect Boulder days that seem almost too good to be real. Laptops rest on their laps, backpacks sit nearby, and conversations flow easily as they soak up the sunshine between […]

There are few places in Boulder that capture the city’s spirit quite like Mount Sanitas. On this beautiful Colorado day, a woman stands atop the rocky summit with her arms stretched toward the sky, embracing the views, the fresh mountain air, and the sense of accomplishment that comes from reaching one of Boulder’s most beloved […]

Spring in Boulder brings longer days, greener landscapes, and the unmistakable sound of Boulder Creek rushing through town. Today’s Faces of Boulder captures a woman enjoying a beautiful afternoon along the creek near Eben G. Fine Park, one of Boulder’s most iconic outdoor gathering spots. With the foothills rising in the background and crystal-clear water […]

A Beautiful Day on the Grass at the Heart of CU Boulder On a perfect Colorado afternoon, the lawn outside Norlin Library becomes one of the most peaceful and iconic gathering spots on the campus of University of Colorado Boulder. Students spread out blankets, open laptops, toss Frisbees, study for finals, or simply lean back […]

The walls of Eldorado Canyon State Park never fail to stop people in their tracks. One look up from the canyon floor and it feels almost impossible to imagine climbers scaling those massive golden cliffs. Yet on today’s incredible outdoor picture, one climber appears almost suspended between earth and sky, high above the canyon while […]

Two Smiling Runners, One Legendary Boulder Tradition Every Memorial Day, the streets of Boulder transform into one giant celebration of community, creativity, fitness, and fun during the legendary BOLDERBoulder. And sometimes the best part of the race is not the finish line. It is the people. This year’s Faces of Boulder photo captures two happy […]

The BOLDERBoulder is unlike any other race in America. On a perfect Boulder, Colorado day, the streets come alive with energy, costumes, music, laughter, and thousands of runners soaking in one of the most unique events in the country. While some people come to chase personal records, others come simply to enjoy the unforgettable atmosphere […]

Every Memorial Day, as thousands of runners flood the streets during the BOLDERBoulder, one of the race’s most unforgettable traditions comes alive on Folsom Hill. Amid exhausted runners, cheering crowds, and pounding footsteps, the belly dancers take over the hill with swirling skirts, jingling coin belts, and nonstop energy that transforms one of the toughest […]