On certain winter mornings in Boulder, something extraordinary happens. The air clears, the light sharpens, and suddenly Longs Peak rises from the northern horizon with a presence that feels impossible to ignore. It looks closer than it should. Bigger than expected. Almost as if it has stepped forward from the rest of the Front Range […]

Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day brings you a breathtaking moment that perfectly captures Colorado’s alpine beauty—a rustic trail sign pointing the way to Longs Peak, with the Diamond Face rising dramatically in the background. Visible from Boulder on clear days, Longs Peak is more than just a fourteener—it’s a symbol of Colorado’s rugged wilderness. […]