Start Where You Stand: Why Boulder Is the Best Reset Button on Earth There’s something special about waking up in Boulder. The moment the morning light hits the Flatirons, the whole city feels like it’s offering you another chance. The soft blue glow, the cool air rolling off the foothills, and the early movement of […]

When travel plans get scrambled, Boulder makes “staying put” feel like a win. You’ve got world-class trails, chef-driven kitchens doing holiday menus, and a downtown that hums even when airports don’t. Here’s how to turn a disrupted itinerary into a relaxed, memorable Thanksgiving week—without leaving town. A stress-free holiday that still feels special If you […]

Autumn Reflections: A Golden Day at Walden Ponds in Boulder, Colorado On a crisp fall afternoon, Walden Ponds Wildlife Habitat in Boulder, Colorado, transforms into a mirror of color and calm. The cottonwoods shimmer in gold and amber hues, perfectly reflected across the still surface of the ponds. This peaceful retreat, framed by the distant […]

Boulder’s Outdoor Picture of the Day: Autumn Splendor at the Flatirons and Chautauqua Park As fall graces Boulder, the Flatirons stand tall in their timeless beauty—those iconic sandstone slabs glowing with golden light against a backdrop of crisp blue skies and green grass. This week’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures that magical seasonal contrast […]

Walker Ranch hits you with that unmistakable Boulder energy the moment your tires drop onto the trail. Tucked just southwest of town, the loop blends rugged terrain, pine forests, steep canyon walls, and some of the most rewarding climbs in the foothills. It’s such a standout spot that Boulder County Parks & Open Space officially […]

Some days feel like they were designed just for dogs, and today was one of those glorious Front Range moments. Mikey and Sam, two happy dogs hang out in Niwot, Colorado, made the most of a crisp fall afternoon filled with deep blue skies, bright sunshine, and that signature Colorado glow that makes even an […]

Boulder’s Best Alternative Transportation and Staycation Guide for Thanksgiving Travel With holiday travel getting more unpredictable this season, many Boulder locals are rethinking their Thanksgiving plans. Whether schedules shift or the airport feels too overwhelming, there are still plenty of smart, stress-free ways to get where you need to go—or enjoy a Thanksgiving right here […]

Some sunsets stop you. Boulder’s sunsets freeze you in your tracks. In this epic lakeside moment, the sky explodes with oranges, reds, and deep glowing color as the surface of the water mirrors every bit of it. Tall reeds rise from the lake like slender brushstrokes, adding texture to the glass-still reflection. It’s the kind […]

Every Saturday morning in Boulder, something magical happens on 13th Street between Arapahoe Avenue and Canyon Boulevard. The Boulder Farmers Market—founded in 1987 and now one of the longest-running seasonal markets in Colorado—transforms downtown into a living, breathing portrait of community. For decades, this spot has brought together growers, artisans, students, families, and longtime locals […]

Boulder’s Best Dog Hikes: Trails Where Tails Wag In Boulder, Colorado, where one in three residents has a dog, the trails are as welcoming to four-legged adventurers as they are to their humans. Whether it’s a sunrise trot along Mount Sanitas, a splash at Coot Lake, or a leisurely stroll down the Boulder Creek Path, […]