Outdoor Picture of the Day: Boulder Reservoir Lights Up North Boulder Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of Boulder’s most recognizable bodies of water: Boulder Reservoir, glowing beneath a wide Colorado sky with the foothills and Flatirons rising in the distance. Locals simply call it “the Rez.” Located along Boulder’s northern edge, […]

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, […]

Boulder Reservoir is officially back open, and the timing couldn’t be better. Known simply as “The Res” to locals, this 700-acre oasis just north of town has been one of Boulder’s favorite summer destinations for generations. Whether you’re looking for a relaxing beach day, an early morning paddleboard session with breathtaking Flatirons views, a scenic […]

With temperatures climbing into the mid-to-upper 90s in Boulder and Denver forecast to approach 100°F under an ongoing heat advisory, many Front Range residents are searching for relief. Fortunately, you don’t have to travel far. Colorado’s dramatic elevation changes mean cooler temperatures, shady canyons, mountain streams, and refreshing alpine air are all within an hour […]

When people think of Colorado’s best lakes, they often picture remote alpine destinations tucked high in the mountains. While those lakes are undeniably beautiful, one of the state’s most enjoyable outdoor escapes sits just minutes from downtown Boulder. Boulder Reservoir, affectionately known as “the Rez” by locals, combines mountain scenery, a sandy swim beach, water […]

There are sunrises, and then there are Boulder, Colorado sunrises. As the first golden light rises over the eastern plains, it transforms the iconic Flatirons into a breathtaking display of amber, rose, and gold. From favorite vantage points like Chautauqua Park and the Mesa Trail, the city awakens beneath towering sandstone formations that have become […]

Some Faces of Boulder capture adventure. Others capture joy. Today’s photo captures something even more meaningful—peace. Our featured paddler sits comfortably on her paddleboard, soaking in the beauty of Boulder Reservoir as the iconic Flatirons rise behind her. She’s not in a hurry to get anywhere. Instead, she’s simply enjoying the calm water, the fresh […]

When summer temperatures soar in Boulder, there’s one place locals head before anywhere else: Boulder Reservoir. Known simply as “the Res,” it’s home to one of Colorado’s largest seasonally lifeguarded swim beaches, spectacular Flatirons views, and nearly every water activity imaginable—all just minutes from downtown. Spanning roughly 700 acres with a 150-acre reservoir at its […]

Today’s Boulder Dogs of the Day capture pure Colorado happiness: dogs splashing, swimming, and playing in the cool water on a beautiful sunny day with Boulder’s wide-open landscape all around them. For many Boulder dogs, few things beat a day near the water. The second they see the shoreline, the excitement begins. A tennis ball […]

Boulder, Colorado, is famous for the Flatirons, hiking trails, and sunny outdoor lifestyle. But some of Boulder’s most fascinating stories are found in its lakes, reservoirs, and historic water systems. From an Ice Age lake high in the mountains to pioneer irrigation ditches and the beloved Boulder Reservoir, local water tells a story of geology, […]