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Long Lake Near Ward: Boulder’s Alpine Escape

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Long Lake Near Ward—Boulder’s Quiet Mountain Neighbor There is a special kind of summer day in Colorado’s high country when the light hits just right and the entire world seems to slow down. That is the feeling captured in today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day fr…

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Long Lake Near Ward—Boulder’s Quiet Mountain Neighbor There is a special kind of summer day in Colorado’s high country when the light hits just right and the entire …

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Long Lake Near Ward—Boulder’s Quiet Mountain Neighbor There is a special kind of summer day in Colorado’s high country when the light hits just right and the entire world seems to slow down. That is the feeling captured in today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day from Long Lake, just beyond the tiny mountain town of Ward, Colorado. Mirror-like water reflects the surrounding forest and rugged Indian Peaks, creating the sense that you have slipped into a completely different corner of Boulder County. Ward is one of Boulder’s closest mountain neighbors—nea…

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Critic & Son – Spider-Man: Brand New Day

A few weeks ago, I had no reason to think about Spider-Man. The priority was a trip with my beloved family to Central Europe. Time was well spent experiencing the faded glory of Vienna, discovering all that Munich had to offer, exploring the cobblestoned streets of Prague, and seeing what kind of tr…

A few weeks ago, I had no reason to think about Spider-Man. The priority was a trip with my beloved family to Central Europe. Time was well spent experiencing the faded glory of Vienna, discovering al…

A few weeks ago, I had no reason to think about Spider-Man. The priority was a trip with my beloved family to Central Europe. Time was well spent experiencing the faded glory of Vienna, discovering all that Munich had to offer, exploring the cobblestoned streets of Prague, and seeing what kind of trouble we could get into in Krakow, Poland’s intellectual and artistic capital.  But before all that was the Spider-Man of it all. That’s because I discovered that the day before our flight left, the critic’s screening of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the latest installment in the Marvel Cinem…

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Motivational Monday: A Message for CU Boulder Freshmen

You’ve made it. The boxes are mostly unpacked. The mini-fridge is humming. Your parents have left—or they’re about to. Somewhere between the last trip to the car and your first night in a residence hall, it hits you: This is real. You’re a Buff now. And if your stomach is doing that…

You’ve made it. The boxes are mostly unpacked. The mini-fridge is humming. Your parents have left—or they’re about to. Somewhere between the last trip to the car and your first night in a res…

You’ve made it. The boxes are mostly unpacked. The mini-fridge is humming. Your parents have left—or they’re about to. Somewhere between the last trip to the car and your first night in a residence hall, it hits you: This is real. You’re a Buff now. And if your stomach is doing that strange little dance somewhere between excitement and nervousness, you’re probably not alone. Thousands of students are arriving on campus, meeting roommates, learning new names and trying to figure out where they fit. Here’s the most important thing to remember on your first Motivational Mo…

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Sewall Hall: CU Boulder’s Historic Heart

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Sewall Hall, CU Boulder’s Historic Heart Look at that classic CU Boulder sandstone and red-tile roof glowing beneath the Flatirons. Sewall Hall isn’t simply another residence hall—it is one of the university’s most recognizable buildings and a living piece of Buf…

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Sewall Hall, CU Boulder’s Historic Heart Look at that classic CU Boulder sandstone and red-tile roof glowing beneath the Flatirons. Sewall Hall isn’t simply another re…

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Sewall Hall, CU Boulder’s Historic Heart Look at that classic CU Boulder sandstone and red-tile roof glowing beneath the Flatirons. Sewall Hall isn’t simply another residence hall—it is one of the university’s most recognizable buildings and a living piece of Buff history. Completed in 1934 as a women’s dormitory, Sewall Hall has remained in continuous use ever since, making it CU Boulder’s longest-serving purpose-built residence hall. Nearly a century later, students still call this architectural landmark home. Charles Klauder’s Campus Masterpiec…

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Boulder Back-to-Campus: 5 Easy Lunches in 10 Minutes

Welcome back, Buffs. Move-in is happening, Boulder is filling up again, and CU Boulder classes begin Thursday, August 20. Before long, campus will be buzzing, lunch lines will be growing and dining dollars may start disappearing faster than expected. But eating well between classes does not ha…

Welcome back, Buffs. Move-in is happening, Boulder is filling up again, and CU Boulder classes begin Thursday, August 20. Before long, campus will be buzzing, lunch lines will be growing and dining…

Welcome back, Buffs. Move-in is happening, Boulder is filling up again, and CU Boulder classes begin Thursday, August 20. Before long, campus will be buzzing, lunch lines will be growing and dining dollars may start disappearing faster than expected. But eating well between classes does not have to mean spending a fortune or settling for another boring grab-and-go meal. Late summer is one of the best times of the year to eat in Boulder. Colorado peaches, sweet corn, tomatoes, greens and other seasonal favorites make it easy to turn a handful of simple ingredients into a real lunch in …

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Epic Boulder Sunrise Captured by Award-Winning Photographer

Boulder, Colorado, has a special way of beginning the day. In this award-winning photograph, Boulder’s morning sky comes alive in brilliant waves of orange, red and gold. The colors stretch across the horizon, transforming an ordinary morning into an unforgettable Colorado moment. It is the kin…

Boulder, Colorado, has a special way of beginning the day. In this award-winning photograph, Boulder’s morning sky comes alive in brilliant waves of orange, red and gold. The colors stretch acros…

Boulder, Colorado, has a special way of beginning the day. In this award-winning photograph, Boulder’s morning sky comes alive in brilliant waves of orange, red and gold. The colors stretch across the horizon, transforming an ordinary morning into an unforgettable Colorado moment. It is the kind of sunrise that makes people stop, look up and remember why Boulder is one of the most beautiful outdoor destinations in America. The image was captured by award-winning photographer and Renaissance man Lenny Lensworth Frieling, whose photography reflects a deep connection to Boulder and the na…

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Brenna Bray scrambles atop Bear Peak while traversing the "Boulder Skyline" "out-and-back"
CU Freshmen: How to Adjust to Boulder’s Altitude

Altitude 101 for CU Freshmen: How to Adjust Without Feeling Wrecked Welcome to Boulder, new Buffs. You have made it through move-in, the Flatirons are filling the horizon, and a new semester is about to begin. But before you race to the Recreation Center or head straight for your first mountain hik…

Altitude 101 for CU Freshmen: How to Adjust Without Feeling Wrecked Welcome to Boulder, new Buffs. You have made it through move-in, the Flatirons are filling the horizon, and a new semester is about…

Altitude 101 for CU Freshmen: How to Adjust Without Feeling Wrecked Welcome to Boulder, new Buffs. You have made it through move-in, the Flatirons are filling the horizon, and a new semester is about to begin. But before you race to the Recreation Center or head straight for your first mountain hike, give your body a chance to catch up with your new surroundings. CU Boulder sits at approximately 5,300 feet above sea level, while the City of Boulder is commonly listed at 5,430 feet. Many nearby trails rise above 7,000 feet. If you arrived from a much lower elevation, the reduced oxygen pres…

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Boulder Reservoir Lights Up North Boulder

  Outdoor Picture of the Day: Boulder Reservoir Lights Up North Boulder Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of Boulder’s most recognizable bodies of water: Boulder Reservoir, glowing beneath a wide Colorado sky with the foothills and Flatirons rising in the distance. Lo…

  Outdoor Picture of the Day: Boulder Reservoir Lights Up North Boulder Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of Boulder’s most recognizable bodies of water: Boulder Reservoir…

  Outdoor Picture of the Day: Boulder Reservoir Lights Up North Boulder Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of Boulder’s most recognizable bodies of water: Boulder Reservoir, glowing beneath a wide Colorado sky with the foothills and Flatirons rising in the distance. Locals simply call it “the Rez.” Located along Boulder’s northern edge, the reservoir has become one of the city’s signature outdoor destinations—a place where working infrastructure, wildlife habitat, and summer recreation share the same spectacular setting. Built for Water, Embraced by Bo…

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America’s Highest Paved Road Is Near Boulder

Colorado is famous for taking the scenic route, but one mountain drive rises above every other paved road in America. The Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, formerly known as the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, climbs to an extraordinary 14,130 feet above sea level. That makes it the highest paved road in No…

Colorado is famous for taking the scenic route, but one mountain drive rises above every other paved road in America. The Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, formerly known as the Mount Evans Scenic Byway…

Colorado is famous for taking the scenic route, but one mountain drive rises above every other paved road in America. The Mount Blue Sky Scenic Byway, formerly known as the Mount Evans Scenic Byway, climbs to an extraordinary 14,130 feet above sea level. That makes it the highest paved road in North America—and it is within day-trip distance of Boulder. The mountain itself reaches 14,264 feet, placing it among Colorado’s legendary fourteeners. Unlike most peaks of that elevation, Mount Blue Sky allows visitors to drive nearly to the summit. From the upper parking area, the true top i…

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Boulder Creek Is Open: Beat the Heat on the Water

Boulder Creek is open for tubing, and during Boulder’s relentless summer heat, the cold current running through the center of town feels better than ever. As of August 12, 2026, Boulder County reports that there are no current restrictions on tubing or single-chamber flotation devices. The USGS…

Boulder Creek is open for tubing, and during Boulder’s relentless summer heat, the cold current running through the center of town feels better than ever. As of August 12, 2026, Boulder County re…

Boulder Creek is open for tubing, and during Boulder’s relentless summer heat, the cold current running through the center of town feels better than ever. As of August 12, 2026, Boulder County reports that there are no current restrictions on tubing or single-chamber flotation devices. The USGS gauge at North 75th Street registered a flow of approximately 64 cubic feet per second Wednesday afternoon. That places the creek near the lower end of the commonly recommended tubing range. Conditions can change quickly, however, and an open creek is not the same thing as a risk-free creek. Any…

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CU vs. CSU in 2026: Why Boulder Still Has the Edge

It’s one of Colorado’s great college debates. CU Boulder or Colorado State? As students arrive for another academic year and Colorado families look ahead to college decisions, the Buffs-versus-Rams comparison is back. Both are respected public universities with strong academics, loyal alum…

It’s one of Colorado’s great college debates. CU Boulder or Colorado State? As students arrive for another academic year and Colorado families look ahead to college decisions, the Buffs-vers…

It’s one of Colorado’s great college debates. CU Boulder or Colorado State? As students arrive for another academic year and Colorado families look ahead to college decisions, the Buffs-versus-Rams comparison is back. Both are respected public universities with strong academics, loyal alumni and beautiful campuses. But in 2026, the numbers — combined with the experience of living and studying in Boulder — continue to give the University of Colorado Boulder an edge for many students. CU Boulder Holds the Rankings Advantage Start with the latest national rankings. According…

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Foolish Craig’s Sets an AboutBoulder Traffic Record

Local Legends, Big Numbers: Foolish Craig’s Sets an AboutBoulder Record Something remarkable is happening on Pearl Street—and it centers on two local restaurant owners who have spent nearly three decades building one of Boulder’s most recognizable dining institutions. Foolish Craig’s Caf…

Local Legends, Big Numbers: Foolish Craig’s Sets an AboutBoulder Record Something remarkable is happening on Pearl Street—and it centers on two local restaurant owners who have spent nearly three…

Local Legends, Big Numbers: Foolish Craig’s Sets an AboutBoulder Record Something remarkable is happening on Pearl Street—and it centers on two local restaurant owners who have spent nearly three decades building one of Boulder’s most recognizable dining institutions. Foolish Craig’s Cafe, the independently owned breakfast and crêpe destination at 1611 Pearl Street, recently captured another wave of attention after AboutBoulder highlighted its selection as Colorado’s recommended Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives restaurant in Delish’s state-by-state guide. The response was immedi…

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