We all start out as parkour athletes, as kids jumping off benches, testing the limits of gravity and scaling trees. For some reason, many people lose that natural, childish playfulness …
No Lazy Stoners: Local Athletes Use Cannabis, Too
Flavie Dokken broke both of her femurs while serving in the U.S. Army, but that didn’t break her spirit. The French-born Boulder resident nursed both her legs back to health, …
Get Out: Guided Outdoors Tours in Boulder
Imagine if there was a way to explore Boulder’s wilderness — from the highest peaks to the waters, from bikes to belays — like a pro, even if you’re a …
What to Do If You See a Mountain Lion
This is wild country. It can be easy to forget with fine dining, traffic jams and a highly-rated university. But Boulder is snuggled up to the foothills. We live with …
Best Views in Boulder County and How to Get There
Clear some space on your camera. You’re about to go photo wild. Boulder is naturally stunning. Sometimes, it really shows off. Here are the best views in Boulder County and …
Winter Ski Trip: Jackson Hole
Antlers are the most popular decor in Jackson, Wyoming. Yes, antlers. They’re everywhere here in this secluded ski town, just south of Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone, thanks to …
Winter Ski Trip: Taos Ski Valley
Taos Ski Valley is like a breath of fresh air. From the moment you arrive, this resort’s character shines through. It’s an unpretentious, laid-back ski area with a big personality. …
The Ancient Trees of Boulder County
This is the oldest resident in Boulder County. She took roots in Boulder in 1878 or ‘79, making her about 140 years old. She’s so old that moved here just …
25 Guided Tours Across Boulder
The best way to get to know a new city: Ask the locals. And there are plenty of locals in Boulder who make a job out of being an expert …
The 4 Best Winter Hikes in Boulder
Mother Nature doesn’t close down when the temps drop. And you don’t necessarily need equipment, like skis or a board, to explore the snowy outdoors. All you need is your …
The Best Waterfall Hikes Near Boulder
What goes up must come down, right? In Colorado, that means where there are mountains, there must also be equally as stunning waterfalls. Colorado is home to 81 different officially …
The Best Nighttime Hikes in Boulder
Here’s a different way to experience Boulder’s outdoors: under a quiet canopy of stars with the trail illuminated by the full moon and the circle of your headlamp. By day, …
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View PostBig News for Eldora’s 2018-19 Season
Eldora is the heart of Boulder, on snow. The Eldora Mountain Resort, Boulder County’s own ski playground, is shaping up for the 2018-19 ski season with a ton of exciting …
Train With Famous ‘American Ninja Warriors’ At Ninja Nation
There are obstacle courses, there are warped walls, there’s parkour and there are a handful of centers across the Front Range that call themselves ninja warrior gyms. They’re all fun …
How to Enjoy Union Reservoir in Longmont
Attention windsurfers, dogs and kayakers. We found your heaven on Earth. This peaceful, crystal-still stretch of water spreads out across east Longmont. In the background, a clear panorama of the Front …
Go Camping — Without the Tent
Sometimes you want to go camping. But you don’t want to go camping. You know. The battle of setting up the tent, the condensation that forms on the inside of …
Boulder Itinerary for Outdoor-Lovers
Outdoor-lovers, Boulder’s for you. We’ve got sunshine nearly every day; the mountains in our backyard; and patios, rooftops and parks galore. Here’s how to spend the perfect day in Boulder, …
Gross Reservoir: Boulder’s Hidden Gem Where You Can Camp
This campsite is everything. First, it’s in Boulder County, about 40 minutes up Flagstaff Road from downtown Boulder. It’s one of the rare places to camp in the Boulder area; there …
Ultimate Guide of Things to Do in Boulder
There are so many things to do in Boulder that it can be hard to narrow it down. In just a single hour, you could ride a tiny elevator from …