Discover Why Boulder Is One of Colorado’s Best Places to See Butterflies Summer in Boulder brings more than sunshine, wildflowers, and mountain adventures. It also marks the arrival of one of the region’s most beautiful hidden treasures: butterfly season. From colorful monarchs drifting through open meadows to swallowtails gliding above canyon trails, Boulder transforms into […]

Boulder Is About to Go Prehistoric Boulder is getting ready to go full Jurassic just ahead of one of the city’s biggest weekends of the year. On Saturday, May 16, 2026, Avery Brewing Company will host Jurassic Jamboree, the official BOLDERBoulder kickoff party. The free, family-friendly event will bring together live music, carnival-style games, food, […]

Boulder, Colorado has long been known for its mountain views, outdoor lifestyle, and energetic community. But in 2017, the city received national recognition for something much deeper when National Geographic and Gallup ranked Boulder among the happiest and healthiest cities in America. The ranking wasn’t based on scenery alone. Researchers looked at factors tied to […]

Boulder has always had a serious love for comfort food. After a long hike in the Flatirons, a day exploring Pearl Street, or a late night on The Hill, few things hit the spot quite like a great burger and a cold Colorado beer. What makes Boulder’s burger scene different is the city’s personality. Many […]

Some dogs chase tennis balls. Others love frisbees. But today’s featured Boulder pup has something much more classic proudly clenched in its mouth: a giant log. On trails, at parks, along Boulder Creek, and across open space paths, dogs carrying sticks and logs has become one of the happiest sights around town. Today’s Dog of […]

Boulder Restaurants Are Bringing Local Flavor to Denver International Airport Denver International Airport is becoming one of the top airport dining destinations in America, and Boulder is playing a flavorful role in the transformation. Food & Wine recently ranked DIA as the No. 3 airport in the United States for food and drink in its […]

Some quotes fade with time. Others continue to grow stronger with every generation. “The mountains are calling and I must go.” More than 150 years after John Muir first wrote those words in a letter to his sister on September 3, 1873, they still inspire hikers, dreamers, adventurers, and anyone searching for a fresh start. […]

Boulder locals know the Flatirons deliver for a quick hike. But when you want to feel like you’ve truly crossed the Rockies, there’s one drive that quietly beats them all. The route from Boulder to Grand Lake via Rocky Mountain National Park is one of Colorado’s most underrated full day adventures—and it’s set to reopen […]

The Flatirons rising above Boulder, Colorado, are more than just one of the most photographed landscapes in the country. For climbers, they represent a legendary playground of sweeping sandstone slabs, exposed multi-pitch routes, and unforgettable summit views overlooking the city below. Few experiences capture the spirit of Boulder more than watching the sunrise light up […]

Outdoor Picture of the Day: The Heart of CU Boulder in Full Beauty The stunning red roofs of University of Colorado Boulder’s iconic Norlin Library rise beautifully above the lush green lawns in tonight’s Outdoor Picture of the Day. Framed by bright Colorado sunshine and colors, this timeless campus scene captures everything people love about […]