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Boulder to Eldora: Local Skiing with No Crowds, No Lift Lines

When it comes to skiing in the Boulder, Colorado area, Eldora Mountain Resort offers a refreshing alternative to the crowded slopes of larger ski resorts. Nestled in the stunning Rocky Mountains, Eldora provides an authentic and laid-back skiing experience that is not to be missed. Embracing local skiing at Eldora means enjoying shorter lift lines, […]

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Boulder Snorkel Skiing: What, Why, and Where?

Boulder‘s own ski area, Eldora, certainly qualifies as a hidden gem ski area. It’s right in our back yard, just west of “downtown” Nederland. The skiing is impressive, especially considering that the slopes are right in our back yard. Deep Powder Skiing Essential Gear: The Snorkel Did I say snorkel skiing? While generally a figure […]

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CU Boulder Students: Ski Your Way to the Best Spots!

Are you a CU Boulder student looking for an exciting outdoor adventure? Look no further! Whether you’re an experienced skier or a beginner, skiing your way to the best spots is the perfect way to explore the beautiful Rocky Mountains. In this blog article, we’ll be discussing some of the best ski spots for CU […]

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Boulder’s Best Kept Secret: Hessie Trailhead

You are a devout outdoorsman or outdoorswoman and nothing less than apocalyptic plague of locust would stop you from racing up mountains, rambling through rivers, or taking Zibeon, your falcon, out for a jaunt. A great place to start is   at the Hessie Trailhead, which leads into the Indian Peaks Wilderness, no matter your level of […]

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Which Ski Area Is Nearest to Boulder?

The closest ski resort to Boulder, Colorado is Eldora Mountain Resort, which is approximately 21 miles west of Boulder. The quickest route between the two is via CO 119 and CO 72. Eldora Mountain Resort has approximately 680 acres of skiable terrain, with a good balance of runs for skiers and snowboarders of all abilities. […]

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10 Best Ski Towns in Colorado

Wondering where you should vacation the next time you’re looking to hit the slopes in Colorado? We’ve rounded up the 10 best ski towns! 1. Breckenridge Breckenridge is beautiful to visit any time of year, and there’s plenty to do even when you’re not skiing. The town has a solid goldrush history dating back to […]

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Outdoor Adventure of the Week: Historic Eldora

When you hear people talk about Eldora here in Boulder County nearly everyone’s mind goes to the same place: Eldora Ski Resort. But have you ever been to the Historic town of Eldora just below the popular ski resort? Admittedly, there isn’t a whole lot to be found here as many of the town buildings […]

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Ten Reasons Why Boulder Rocks

Happy cows may come from California, but happy people come from Boulder. And for good reason! Boulder has so much to offer, it’s no wonder that people here are considered to be among the happiest in the country. Narrowing this list down was the real challenge, but here are ten reasons why Boulder rocks: 1. Hiking, […]

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Boulder Ski Shop Gives Back

Crystal Ski shop has been serving Boulder and its surrounding communities for almost 40 years.  Independent, family owned and operated, and dedicated to upstanding service, Crystal represents the gold standard in the Boulder business community.  Current owner and ski tech extraordinaire, Justin Burger says Crystal ski shop helped him develop his own love of skiing; […]

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