Imagine pulling off the road, stepping out of your car, and instantly hearing the soothing rush of crystal-clear water tumbling over smooth rocks. That’s the magic of Boulder Creek, the refreshing ribbon of water that flows through the heart of Boulder and serves as today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day. Fed by snowmelt high along […]

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 […]

Imagine standing in Chautauqua Park on a perfect Boulder summer day—the kind where warm sunshine, blue skies, and mountain air make it almost impossible to leave. A classic wooden fence curves across the foreground, naturally framing one of Colorado’s most recognizable views. Beyond the open meadow, the Flatirons rise dramatically above Boulder, their massive, tilted […]

There’s something instantly heartwarming about today’s Boulder Dog of the Day—a fluffy little puppy rolling around on a lush green lawn, his prized blue-and-orange ball right by his side, tongue happily hanging out like he’s living his best life. It’s a scene that feels right at home in Boulder, where dogs are part of the […]

There is something unforgettable about watching the first light of day arrive over Bear Peak. Rising to approximately 8,461 feet above sea level, the rugged summit forms one of the most recognizable landmarks on Boulder’s southern skyline. At sunrise, the mountain can appear almost theatrical. Deep reds, oranges, pinks, and golds spread across the eastern […]

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 […]

On a brilliant summer day in Boulder, Colorado, today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures one of the city’s most recognizable sights: the red-tiled rooftops of the University of Colorado Boulder campus beneath blue skies and the dramatic backdrop of the Flatirons. The scene is unmistakably Boulder. Across campus, warm red-orange roofs rise above green […]

There are happy dogs, there are excited dogs, and then there are dogs who appear to have temporarily defeated gravity. Today’s Boulder Dog of the Day belongs in that last category. Caught in a spectacular moment with all four paws off the ground, this fluffy white bundle of energy looks less like a dog on […]

There’s something magical about a Colorado summer afternoon when towering storm clouds begin to gather over the mountains. Today’s Outdoor Picture of the Day captures that moment perfectly at Coot Lake, where calm waters reflect the rugged Front Range as dark clouds roll in, creating one of Boulder County’s most dramatic natural scenes. Located just […]

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 […]