As a Boulderite, there’s no better way to spend a weekend than exploring the wilds of Arapaho National Forest. From its breathtaking mountain peaks to its abundant wildlife, the Arapaho National Forest is a paradise for nature lovers. Join me as I take a tour of this beautiful wilderness from a Boulderite’s perspective, and uncover […]

Taken from an elevated vantage point above NCAR in Boulder, the viewer is treated to a captivating panorama that unfolds to the east, showcasing the sweeping and picturesque Boulder Plains in Colorado. The rolling expanse of the plains stretches beneath an expansive sky, where the play of light and shadow adds a dynamic touch to […]

While the saying “it’s about the journey, not the destination” is definitely a good one to take to heart, it’s not always 100% true; especially when the destination is a waterfall. We’ve found five waterfall hikes near Boulder that will really make you excited about the destination. 5. Alberta Falls Located in Rocky Mountain National […]

Boulder Open Spaces and Mountain Parks offers a sprawling 145 miles of trails to the avid hiker, and up to 90% of those trails are open to dogs. This includes the Chautauqua Meadow, Mt. Sanitas, NCAR trails, Bear Canyon, the Table Mesa Trails and much, much, more. But, before heading into the great outdoors with […]

Rattlesnakes are most active between early spring and mid-fall. In the winter, they hibernate. Rattlesnakes are most active and aggressive during the spring and early summer, just following their hibernation period. When a rattlesnake rattles its tail, it is doing it in order to warn you away, not to bite you. Be cooperative by gradually […]

If you don’t mind a bit of a drive out into the Indian Peaks Wilderness deep in Boulder County, there is a beautiful hidden gem of a trail waiting for you. Blue Lake and Little Blue Lake is a 6.3 mile out-and-back trail near Nederland, and offers one of the most rewarding hiking experiences in […]

While I love pulling up in a vehicle to a campsite and unloading right there, there’s something extra rewarding and enjoyable about backcountry camping where you have to park at a trailhead and hike your gear in. If you’ve never gone backpacking or camping in the backcountry, it can seem daunting, so we’ve made a […]

Until recently, I have always sought the safety of traveling as a group. I rarely hiked alone, rarely drove anywhere over two hours away without a buddy, and would end up sitting at home if no friends had the day off. I love adventuring with others, there is nothing like sharing a sunset with close […]

Even if you’ve been around Boulder County just a little while, you probably have noticed a lot of places and businesses called Left Hand: Left Hand Brewery (a favorite of the writer’s), Left Hand Creek, Left Hand Canyon, etc. These places and the town, school, and mountain called Niwot are named in honor of the […]