There is something unforgettable about watching the first light of day arrive over Bear Peak. Rising to approximately 8,461 feet above sea level, the rugged summit forms one of the most recognizable landmarks on Boulder’s southern skyline. At sunrise, the mountain can appear almost theatrical. Deep reds, oranges, pinks, and golds spread across the eastern […]

The View That Hits Different There’s something special about finding the perfect place to slow down with the Front Range stretching out in the distance. A hammock, a quiet mountain view, fresh Colorado air, and nowhere else you need to be. Sometimes the best moments in Boulder are the simplest ones. The Setup A hammock […]

On a brilliant summer day in Boulder, Colorado, today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of the city’s most recognizable sights: the red-tiled rooftops of the University of Colorado Boulder campus beneath blue skies and the dramatic backdrop of the Flatirons. The scene is unmistakably Boulder. Across campus, warm red-orange roofs rise above green […]

Quote of the Day: “Though we travel the world over to find the beautiful, we must carry it with us, or we find it not.” — Ralph Waldo Emerson Boulder has no shortage of beautiful places. The Flatirons catching the first light of morning. A quiet trail before the crowds arrive. The sound of Boulder […]

With the Flatirons rising above town and an extraordinary network of paths, bike lanes, mountain trails, and foothill climbs, Boulder has earned its reputation as one of America’s great cycling cities. Whether you are a road cyclist looking for a serious climb, a mountain biker searching for singletrack, a commuter traveling across town, or a […]

America turns 250 this Independence Day, making July 4, 2026, one of the most meaningful celebrations in the nation’s history. In Colorado, the occasion carries added significance as the state celebrates its sesquicentennial year, leading up to its 150th anniversary on August 1. While Boulder has permanently moved away from large public fireworks displays because […]

While Boulder is once again celebrating an Independence Day without a city fireworks show, there’s one tradition that’s burning brighter than ever—barbecue. With wildfire concerns keeping fireworks off the schedule, locals are gathering around picnic tables instead of pyrotechnics, enjoying neighborhood cookouts, brewery patios, rooftop parties, and family get-togethers beneath the Flatirons. And if there’s […]

There’s something magical about a Colorado summer afternoon when towering storm clouds begin to gather over the mountains. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures that moment perfectly at Coot Lake, where calm waters reflect the rugged Front Range as dark clouds roll in, creating one of Boulder County’s most dramatic natural scenes. Located just […]

Where to Hike When Boulder Heats Up When summer temperatures climb in Boulder, locals know one of the best ways to stay cool is to head toward the water. Fortunately, Boulder offers an incredible collection of trails that follow creeks, pass waterfalls, circle lakes, and wind through shaded canyons. The combination of flowing water, cooler […]

Boulder summers have a rhythm all their own. Sunrise hikes beneath the Flatirons, afternoons lingering on sunny patios, evenings filled with fresh local food, and weekends spent wandering the Boulder Farmers Market. Just last week we celebrated one of the season’s biggest culinary trends — colorful heirloom tomato flights overflowing with local flavor. Now another […]