Hiking is an excellent way to enjoy the great outdoors and get some exercise. If you’re a beginner hiker or looking for an easy hike, there are plenty of trails across the country that offer beautiful scenery without being too challenging. Among these places, Boulder, Colorado stands out as one of the best places to go for hikes. One of the most accessible and easy hiking trails in Boulder is the Flatirons Vista Trail. The trail is a 3.3-mile loop that offers stunning views of the Flatirons and the city of Boulder. The trail is well-maintained and easy to follow, making it a great option... Read More

Boulder, Colorado, is a picturesque city that offers stunning natural beauty, making it a favorite destination for photographers. The city boasts a vibrant culture, thriving arts scene, and a unique blend of urban and rural environments. Here are some of the most photographed places in Boulder and why it is such a stunningly beautiful town for photographers. One of the most photographed locations in Boulder is the Flatirons. These iconic sandstone formations are a favorite among photographers for their unique shape and stunning colors. The Flatirons are visible from several locations around... Read More

According to the reviews on Trip Advisor, here are the top attractions in Boulder, as voted on by visitors: 1 – Flatirons: The Flatirons are a group of rock formations in the western United States, in Boulder, Colorado, that are made up of flatirons and other irregular shapes. A group of five huge, numbered Flatirons may be found on the east slope of Green Mountain, running north to south from north to south. The phrase “The Flatirons” is sometimes used to refer to just these five Flatirons.   2 – Chautauqua Park Chautauqua Park is a part of a historic Boulder landmark... Read More

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John, a legendary tuber from Boulder, Colorado, is taking on Boulder Creek at a very dangerous time.        Read More

Most of the West was divided up into straight-edged, boxy regions and subdivisions (take a look at poor Yuma County). Boulder County escapes the purely rectangular form of other counties in Colorado, and today we will tell you why. Plus, we will tell you why it’s named Boulder (but we bet you can guess). The need for Colorado to become a territory coincided with the secession of several southern states from the Union in 1861. Colorado applied for statehood that year, and offered the Union secure access to precious mineral deposits. Boulder County was one of the original 17 counties of... Read More

Each day, the stars come out a little bit earlier, there is a slight chill in the mornings, and the leaves appear a little yellower than they did last week. This means that tubing Boulder Creek is coming to an end and that unfinished alpine climbs may need to wait until next summer. However, as fall approaches, new opportunities arise and that slight chill starts to feel pretty good as you run, bike, or fish the Front Range. Over the next couple of weeks, the water levels along the Front Range will start to fall, yet there is plenty of time left for an amazing fishing season in Boulder. Rivers... Read More

Tube Locations: Boulder Creek: Start at Eben G. Fine Park and follow the creek all the way to 55th Street. Just don’t expect a gentle float — this ride includes rapids and chutes! For a more convenient trip, board at 6th Street or a few blocks east of the Boulder Public Library. Regardless of where you put in, a helmet, life jacket, and water shoes are required.  Read More

Living in Boulder has countless benefits. There is a coffee shop, trail run, or climbing gym on every corner, but most importantly, the Front Range is littered with boulders and sport crags. If you’ve only got an afternoon to spend climbing, there are a handful of spots within a fifteen-minute drive or short hike. The list here is certainly not exhaustive, but these three locations have some great rock and quality lines. Flagstaff Flagstaff is an epicenter for bouldering. Some love it, some hate it, but if you are looking for roadside boulders, this is the place to go. The rough granite at... Read More

Last Friday, for the 9th year in a row, Boulderites from businesses all over town ditched their wheels, picked up their inner tubes, and hopped into Boulder Creek to ride the waves to work. Dressed in everything from a full suit and tie to tight flashy spandex and wacky wigs, tubers gathered along Boulder Creek all morning and plunged into cold water with high spirits and a big smile. It was a sunny day with rushing ice-cold creek water and over 500 people tubing to work … a quintessential Friday in Boulder, Colorado. Tube to Work Day has quickly established itself as a tradition in this town.... Read More

Everyone who lives or has visited Boulder knows that street performers populate the Pearl Street Mall on a daily basis putting on shows for Boulderite audiences and those who are passing by, but there is one real-life super hero street performer in Boulder who advocates for environmental awareness and enlightens those who pass by him that we are always all together on the same team no matter where we come from. That team is Team Earth and that super hero is none other than the famous face of Boulder: EARTH MAN! This AboutBoulder post features several images and information about EARTH MAN and others... Read More

Boulder Creek is a popular summer recreation destination for tubing, fly fishing, and wading. On Memorial Day weekend, the annual Boulder Creek Festival, located along the creekside civic area between the library and Central Park, kicks off the summer season. A couple tiptoeing along the creek path. Photo Credit: Mikey Kahn    Read More

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Boulder is one of the most scenic and thriving cities in the world all year round. So whether you’re a local or planning a trip, here are our top 5 things to do in Boulder this summer! Hike in Eldorado Canyon State Park Boulder is packed with gorgeous hiking terrain, from quick and easy adventures like Red Rocks Trail at Settlers Park, to the Mesa Trail. One of our top ‘must do’s’ is to hike around Eldorado Canyon. If you need help deciding what trail, Rattlesnake Gulch is the one! It takes you past the ruins of the Crags Hotel followed by views of the Continental Divide! Remember, always... Read More

Meet Michael! Michael was working for the Avery Brewing Company helping people choose the perfect beer.  Everyone inside and outside the tent was laughing and having a great time, it easily seemed like one of the most fun jobs around. “The hardest part of working in a festival is trying not to indulge in all the fun things that are around you. Self-restraint, I would say.”  Read More

Conditioning, in the Ivan Pavlov sense, is a strange thing. As people we’re able to think our way in or out of most anything, yet we’re no less subject to the process. This was on display last weekend at the annual Boulder Creek Festival, which saw the return of the Rubber Duck Race. If unfamiliar, here’s the score: literally thousands of caution-yellow rubber ducks are released into Boulder Creek en masse; the first to cross the finish line is the champ, and the “sponsor” of that duck wins a grand prize. It’s a quirky but fun tradition, and all proceeds go to the EXPAND program. Win-win. Due... Read More

1. Downtown Boulder Fall Fest in Downtown Boulder and Pearl Street Mall 09/13-09/15 10 am to 9 pm This 3-day autumn fest celebrates community and fall with fun events such as live music, great food, local microbrews, wine and margaritas, children’s activities, and over 100 artisans presented by Firefly Handmade Markets. 2. Firefly Handmade Fall Market at Pearl Street Mall 09/13-09/15 10 am to 9 pm Firefly Handmade Fall Market is part of the Downtown Boulder Fall Fest and features and celebrates local artists entrepreneurs, and makers who are passionate about sharing craft and supporting small... Read More

The 31st annual Boulder Duck Race was a huge success this year, with over 7,000 community members participating in a great cause. Thousands of rubber ducks are poured into Boulder Creek where they “race” down the Creek. Proceeds for the yearly cause goes to the PLAY Boulder Foundation. This includes Boulder Reservoir, EXPAND, PLAYpass, Tree Trust, and YSI. The event gives community members and businesses the opportunity to adopt a racing duck for as little as $10 up to $500. The event also features prizes for the winning ducks and the most creative ducks. Congratulations to the 2019... Read More

Gorgeous view of the waterfall. To see full picture, please click on the date. Photo by Brad Fagan.  Read More