As Boulder wakes up to another scorching summer Sunday, the official temperature tells only part of the story. Walk or bike across town on a hot afternoon and the difference can be remarkable. One block may feel punishing under direct sun, while another—lined with mature trees and deep shade—can feel like an entirely different environment. […]

Boulder’s Outdoor Picture of the Day: Ralphie Shines at Folsom Field Some landmarks tell you exactly where you are without saying a word. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of those unmistakable Boulder scenes: the magnificent buffalo statue standing proudly outside Folsom Field on the University of Colorado campus. Beneath a brilliant summer […]

Boulder is emerging from one of its hottest Julys on record, complete with prolonged stretches in the 90s and several triple-digit days. Then came a dramatic change: the temperature dropped to 46 degrees on August 5, establishing a new daily record low. That refreshing break did not last long. Temperatures are climbing back into the […]

Move-in is almost here. First-year and returning residence hall students will arrive by appointment from Sunday, August 16, through Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Thousands of students and family members will be navigating CU Boulder during one of the busiest weeks of the year. A little preparation can make the difference between a stressful arrival and […]

Just south of Boulder, tucked inside Eldorado Canyon State Park, lies one of the Front Range’s most rewarding hikes. While many visitors head straight for Chautauqua, Mount Sanitas, or the Flatirons, those looking for a quieter adventure often discover Rattlesnake Gulch Trail—a scenic route that combines dramatic canyon views, fascinating Colorado history, and the unforgettable […]

Another blast of dangerous summer heat is headed for Boulder. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for much of Colorado’s Front Range urban corridor, including Boulder, as temperatures climb toward the century mark this weekend. Forecasts call for highs in the upper 90s on Friday, around 100 to 101 degrees on Saturday, […]

Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of Boulder’s most rewarding summit views: Green Mountain with the majestic Continental Divide stretching across the western horizon. From this rocky summit, the rugged peaks of the Indian Peaks Wilderness rise beyond Boulder’s foothills, creating one of the Front Range’s most unforgettable panoramas. It’s the kind of […]

Travel + Leisure recently released its list of the most beautiful place in each U.S. state and Washington, D.C. For Colorado, the magazine made a surprising choice: Garden of the Gods. Instead of Rocky Mountain National Park or the iconic Maroon Bells, it selected Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs as the state’s most […]

On a beautiful summer afternoon in Boulder, Boulder Creek sparkles beneath a clear blue sky with the Flatirons rising in the distance. Colorful tubes drift with the current as groups of University of Colorado students laugh, splash, and float downstream. It’s one of the most recognizable Faces of Boulder moments—a scene that captures the carefree […]

Welcome to Boulder, Buffs. The Flatirons are impossible to ignore, and your first month on campus is the perfect time to experience why so many students fall in love with this place. Before classes, club meetings, and late nights on the Hill take over your schedule, lace up your shoes and hit the trails. These […]