Boulder Creek is open for tubing, and during Boulder’s relentless summer heat, the cold current running through the center of town feels better than ever. As of August 12, 2026, Boulder County reports that there are no current restrictions on tubing or single-chamber flotation devices. The USGS gauge at North 75th Street registered a flow […]

Fall in Boulder is beautiful. Fall in the mountains just west of town can feel almost unreal. For a few brief weeks, the hillsides turn brilliant gold, the Continental Divide rises above the changing forest, and the cooler air makes every hike feel more invigorating. Best of all, you do not need to cross Colorado […]

Directly across South Boulder Creek from the Bastille stands one of Eldorado Canyon’s most recognizable and photogenic rock formations: Wind Tower. Rising approximately 300 feet above its base, this dramatic sandstone landmark greets visitors shortly after they enter the inner canyon. Its walls glow in warm shades of amber, rust and gold, changing character as […]

Travel + Leisure recently released its list of the most beautiful place in each U.S. state and Washington, D.C. For Colorado, the magazine made a surprising choice: Garden of the Gods. Instead of Rocky Mountain National Park or the iconic Maroon Bells, it selected Garden of the Gods in Colorado Springs as the state’s most […]

One minute you’re climbing the Mesa Trail beneath bright blue skies. The next, dark clouds are building over the Continental Divide and thunder is echoing across the Flatirons. In Boulder, weather can change quickly, making lightning one of the most serious summer hazards for hikers, runners, climbers, and anyone enjoying the outdoors. Colorado experiences hundreds […]

Today’s Boulder Dogs of the Day capture pure Colorado happiness: dogs splashing, swimming, and playing in the cool water on a beautiful sunny day with Boulder’s wide-open landscape all around them. For many Boulder dogs, few things beat a day near the water. The second they see the shoreline, the excitement begins. A tennis ball […]

Today’s Dog of the Day has discovered one of Boulder’s most peaceful summer hideaways—a cool, shaded spot beneath a lush berry-filled tree near the shores of Coot Lake. With bright red berries hanging overhead and a gentle breeze moving through the leaves, it’s easy to understand why this charming pup has claimed this as her […]

As summer arrives in Boulder, thousands of residents and visitors head outdoors to enjoy the area’s incredible trails, open spaces, and scenic foothills. Whether you’re hiking, trail running, mountain biking, or walking your dog, there’s one native resident worth knowing about: the prairie rattlesnake. The good news? Encounters are relatively uncommon, and rattlesnakes generally want […]

The Summer Solstice is more than just the longest day of the year. In Boulder, Colorado, it feels like a celebration of everything that makes the city unique. With more than 15 hours of daylight, warm temperatures, and endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, the arrival of the solstice marks the unofficial peak of summer […]

When summer temperatures climb into the 90s across Boulder, many of the city’s exposed foothill trails can feel more like a furnace than a refuge. Fortunately, some of Boulder’s most rewarding hikes wind through cool canyons, shady forests, and creek-lined corridors where temperatures can feel noticeably lower than the open slopes nearby. These trails offer […]