The day begins the way Boulder does best—quiet, intentional, and full of promise. As the sun rises over Mount Sanitas, the light spills gently across the landscape, illuminating the rugged beauty that has made these mountains some of the most beloved in the world. Walking down through the Sanitas Valley Trail, the morning feels personal, […]

There are sunrises—and then there are Mount Sanitas sunrises. This beautiful, epic image captures one of those rare Boulder mornings when the first light spills across the Front Range and everything feels perfectly still, as if the day is pausing before it begins. From this vantage point, Boulder wakes up quietly below, framed by soft […]

Winter Magic: Where Boulder’s Sunrises Shine Brightest Winter mornings in Boulder have a special kind of quiet. The air is sharper, the skies are often clearer, and the rising sun paints the Flatirons and foothills in soft pinks, golds, and deep blues. While summer sunrises can feel rushed, winter rewards those who slow down, layer […]

Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day: Mount Sanitas Cliffs on a Perfect Boulder Day On a day like this in Boulder, it’s hard to imagine a more fitting Outdoor Picture of the Day than the rugged cliffs of Mount Sanitas. Rising boldly above North Boulder, Mount Sanitas is one of the city’s most iconic and […]

Mount Sanitas is one of Boulder’s most beloved hikes, the kind of trail that delivers a full mountain experience without requiring a full day. Sitting just minutes from downtown, it’s a favorite for locals, visitors, athletes, and anyone looking for that perfect combination of challenge, scenery, and classic Boulder energy. Whether you’re gearing up for […]

Lensworth here. Let’s spin a holiday yarn worthy of the Boulderado. Boulder’s grand old hotel does many things well, but nothing signals the season quite like the arrival of its Christmas tree. For roughly thirty-five years, the Boulderado has welcomed a giant evergreen as the centerpiece of its holiday spirit. This is no ordinary tree. […]

Thanksgiving week in Boulder brings a special kind of magic — crisp air, glowing foothills, and a sunrise that feels like a reset button before the feast ahead. Whether you’re hiking before the holiday rush or just taking in a quiet moment of gratitude, Boulder offers some of the most breathtaking sunrise vantage points anywhere […]

As Sunday night settles over Boulder, there’s a familiar shift in the air — a quiet pause before one of the most meaningful weeks of the year. Thanksgiving week in Boulder is a blend of crisp mornings, golden-hour afternoons, and a warm sense of community that shows up in small ways everywhere you look. Tonight’s […]

There’s nothing quite like watching a sunrise from Mount Sanitas, one of Boulder’s most beloved peaks. As the first light pours over the city and washes the sandstone formations in gold and rose, the entire landscape transforms into a living painting. For locals, visitors, sunrise-chasers, and anyone who loves Boulder’s outdoor spirit, a morning on […]

In a town surrounded by the Flatirons and filled with people chasing clarity through climbing, yoga, and quiet mornings on the trail, Boulder has long been a magnet for those walking their own path. And maybe that’s exactly why staying single here isn’t a curse — it’s a kind of freedom that philosophers like Marcus […]