In this Faces of Boulder throwback edition, a happy couple stands side by side at the edge of Varsity Lake on the University of Colorado Boulder campus. Their relaxed smiles capture the kind of easy joy that needs no explanation. Taken roughly a decade ago, the photograph frames the couple against the pond’s calm surface. […]

Look closely at the photograph. Two people are moving steadily up one of Boulder’s iconic Flatirons, side by side against an enormous sweep of tilted sandstone. The rock rises sharply behind them, the city stretches far below, and there are no ropes in sight. It is an extraordinary image—and a powerful reminder that the Flatirons […]

Rising dramatically above Chautauqua Park, these striking sandstone formations have become the city’s defining landmark and one of Colorado’s most recognizable landscapes. On any beautiful day, it’s easy to understand why so many people choose to spend their time exploring these legendary trails. Our latest Faces of Boulder photograph captures that feeling perfectly. With the […]

Walker Ranch has a way of reminding you why Boulder is considered one of America’s mountain biking capitals. The moment your tires leave the trailhead and roll onto the rugged singletrack, you’re immersed in a landscape where adventure, fitness, and nature come together in spectacular fashion. Located just southwest of Boulder off scenic Flagstaff Road, […]

Some of Boulder’s best moments aren’t found on a hiking trail or mountaintop—they happen on the iconic Pearl Street Mall. Today’s Faces of Boulder captures one of those timeless scenes: a happy family enjoying a beautiful day together in one of the city’s most beloved gathering places. With blue skies overhead, warm Colorado sunshine, and […]

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 […]

Boulder summers come alive on Boulder Creek, where glacier-fed waters create the perfect setting for classic tubing and rafting. Locals and visitors grab tubes, laugh through playful rapids, and float beneath towering cottonwoods and historic bridges along the Boulder Creek Path. This beloved tradition captures the true Faces of Boulder—friends linking tubes together, families splashing […]

On a picture-perfect Boulder day, with brilliant blue skies, warm sunshine, and a gentle breeze drifting through the canyon, Eldorado Canyon State Park comes alive with the sights and sounds of one of America’s most legendary climbing destinations. Just minutes from downtown Boulder, the towering sandstone cliffs of Eldorado Springs attract climbers from around the […]

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 […]

Some people see Boulder Creek as a peaceful place to take a walk. Others see it as nature’s ultimate playground. Every spring and early summer, as snowmelt rushes down from the Rocky Mountains, Boulder Creek transforms into one of Colorado’s most exciting urban whitewater runs. For kayakers, it’s more than just fast-moving water—it’s an opportunity […]