A Trail Painted in Yellow: Spring Comes Alive in Eldorado Canyon Eldorado Canyon State Park is hitting peak spring form, and this scene says it all. A winding trail cuts through the canyon, lined with vibrant yellow wildflowers that brighten the landscape beneath towering sandstone cliffs. With South Boulder Creek flowing below and fresh green […]

Boulder Spring 2026: Fueling for Performance, Not Just Calories Spring in Boulder hits differently. Between classes, hikes under the Flatirons, workouts, and finals prep, CU students are more dialed in than ever when it comes to food. This year, it’s not just about eating—it’s about fueling performance. Across college campuses nationwide, high-protein meals and functional […]

Why Buffets Still Win in Boulder Boulder isn’t known for being cheap. Between rising food costs and a large student population at CU Boulder, finding a meal that’s both filling and affordable can feel like a challenge. That’s where buffets quietly continue to shine. All-you-can-eat spots across Boulder offer something rare in 2026: variety, flexibility, […]

Why Dogs (and Their Humans) Love Boulder’s Beautiful Green Spaces There’s something special about a happy dog sprinting across fresh green grass, and in Boulder, Colorado, that moment feels even more magical. Today’s Dog of the Day captures exactly that feeling — pure joy, wide-open space, and the kind of freedom that makes tails wag […]

From the Summit: Boulder in Full View At 8,144 feet above sea level, the summit of Green Mountain delivers one of the most complete and rewarding views in all of Boulder. From this vantage point, the entire landscape unfolds in front of you. The Flatirons rise sharply to the southeast. Downtown Boulder stretches out below. […]

Boulder’s Airport Delivers One of Colorado’s Most Unique Landing Views After highlighting some of the world’s most beautiful airport landings—from Aspen to Telluride—one question kept coming up: what about Boulder? The answer is right here. Boulder Municipal Airport (KBDU) is a quiet but powerful part of the local landscape, offering one of the most scenic […]

A Front-Row Seat Above Boulder High above the city on Flagstaff Mountain sits one of Boulder’s most peaceful and scenic viewpoints: Sunrise Amphitheater. This stone amphitheater overlooks the Flatirons and the plains, offering a quiet escape just minutes from downtown. It’s simple, open, and perfectly placed to take in the start of the day. What […]

Some dogs have a way of stopping people in their tracks, and Lily is one of them. Known for having one of the best smiles in Boulder, Lily doesn’t just walk into a space, she lights it up. Whether she’s cruising down a trail or relaxing in the grass, her joyful expression is impossible to […]

Spring in Boulder brings a shift you can feel. Snowmelt begins its journey down from the peaks, the days stretch longer, and Boulder Creek comes alive. For locals, that means one thing: tubing season is right around the corner. Faces of Boulder: Tubing Edition captures that unmistakable energy. It is the laughter echoing off the […]

Outdoor Picture of the Day: Golden Light Over Green Mountain from Mount Sanitas Valley Trail Boulder, Colorado is known for its world-class views, but few places capture the essence of the city quite like the Mount Sanitas Valley Trail. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day showcases one of those unforgettable moments where everything comes together—light, […]