Boulder County - 64 Attractions You Must Visit

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About Boulder County

Boulder County is home to more than 300,000 residents and includes some of the most diverse, natural landscapes and sustainable development along the Northern Front Range of Colorado.

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List of Attractions in Boulder County

Arapaho Glacier Trail

Arapaho Glacier Trail

Outdoors- Other

Arapaho Glacier Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Nederland, Colorado. It leads northward from the Rainbow Lakes Trailhead and enters the Indian Peaks Wilderness. Climbing through the woods for about two miles, the trail exits onto the open tundra with a fine view into the City of Boulder Watershed.

Arapaho Pass

Arapaho Pass

Mountain Passes

Arapaho Pass is 11,906 feet above sea level, but a manageable 1,800 feet above the trailhead. Meander to the north side of the ridge to look down on Caribou Lake. Due west is Lake Dorothy. Keep an eye out for backcountry skiers taking runs off Mount Neva. Follow the same route back to the trailhead. It is also one of the iconic location which offers beautiful views of this area.

Bear Peak

Bear Peak

1 Day Treks

Mountain Peaks

Bear Peak is generally considered to be at the southern end of Boulder's Flatirons range, rock formations on the westernmost part of the city. The 8,459-foot peak is located in Boulder Mountain Park, 5.2 miles south-southwest of downtown Boulder in Boulder County,In addition to hiking, Bear Peak has at least three rock climbing formations directly adjacent — The Slab, The Goose, and Seal Rock.

Boulder Canyon Drive

Boulder Canyon Drive

2-5 Day Treks

Off-road Spots

This is Colorado’s oldest scenic byway, established in 1918. The route winds 55 miles in and out of national forest lands through some of the state’s most striking mountain landscapes and is very easily accessible from Boulder and Denver. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 8 h 0 min to complete. This is a very popular area for scenic driving, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring.

Boulder Creek Path

Boulder Creek Path

Outdoors- Other

1 Day Treks

The Boulder Creek path is popular, 5.5-mile multi-use path that extends to Boulder Canyon on the west end and Stazio Ballfields on the east end. It is apt for walkers, bikers and skaters leads from Boulder proper into the mountains, winding its way along Boulder Creek, a large park and a playground.

Boulder Falls

Boulder Falls

Waterfalls

Boulder Falls is a stunning waterfall that makes a perfect day hike for those around the Denver Metro. Boulder Falls is a stunning waterfall that makes a perfect day hike for those around the Denver Metro.

Boulder Farmers Market

Boulder Farmers Market is a growers-only farmers market in Colorado on Wednesday nights and Saturdays named USA Today's Best Farmers Market in 2015. You’ll see local chefs buying their ingredients for the week, locals who make a market visit their weekly ritual and visitors gathering to shop, eat and spend time in Boulder’s beautiful outdoors.

Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art

A majestic venue dedicated to the presentation of significant art of our time. Through an innovative program of regional, national and international exhibition and performance, the museum inspires and educates its communities and visitors around the world to explore the forefront and evolution of contemporary art.

Boulder Reservoir

Boulder Reservoir

Lake/ River/ Ponds

Boulder Reservoir is a recreation and water-storage facility, owned and managed by the City.The reservoir is the centerpiece of the Boulder Reservoir Regional Park, which is managed by the City of Boulder's Department of Parks and Recreation. Its activities include boating, swimming, fishing, picnicking, and wildlife viewing. The reservoir is popular among anglers, especially those fishing for walleye, smallmouth bass, and catfish.

Brainard Lake

Brainard Lake

Lake/ River/ Ponds

Brainard Lake is surrounded by subalpine forest set in a glacially-carved valley. The peaks of the Continental Divide loom to the west. Its Recreation Area is uniquely set in a glacially carved valley offering visitors spectacular panoramic views of Brainard Lake, surrounding subalpine forest, and high peaks along the Continental Divide.

Brainard Lake Recreation Area

The Brainard Lake Recreation Area is the most popular destination on the Boulder Ranger District. Because of the area's high elevation, the best time to visit is after the snow melts in July and August.

Calypso Cascades

Calypso Cascades is an easy 3.6 mile hike to one of several waterfall destinations in the Wild Basin of Rocky Mountain National Park. it is one of the iconic attraction here and is very beautiful to see.

Caribou Ranch Open Space

Caribou Ranch Open Space Park is a park located near Nederland. It has over 3.14 miles of trail for recreational visitors. It is open to hikers, horse back riders, and trail runners. Mountain bikes and dogs are not allowed in the park area. This park is connected to Mud Lake Open Space Park by the Caribou Ranch Link. Caribou Ranch is closed April 1 through June 30 to protect spring migratory birds and elk calving and rearing.

Chasm Lake

Chasm Lake

Lake/ River/ Ponds

Chasm Lake is one of the most beautiful lake hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park. It offers spectacular views just below the famous Long’s Peak. Visitors will enjoy miles of open tundra and sensational views on the hike to Chasm Lake.

Chautauqua

Chautauqua

Old Ruins

Colorado Chautauqua is one of three remaining Chautauquas in the United States, and the only site west of the Mississippi River, in continuous operation, with its original structures intact. It is also home to the Colorado Music Festival and was designated a National Historic Landmark in 2006. According to its governing body, the Colorado Chautauqua Association, it is also unique in that it is the only year-round Chautauqua.

City of Longmont Museum

The Longmont Museum & Cultural Center is a municipally-funded museum in Longmont, Colorado. It collects and interprets the history and culture of the St. Vrain valley in northern Colorado.

Devils Thumb Lake

Devils Thumb Lake

Lake/ River/ Ponds

Devils Thumb Lake is located in Indian Peaks Wilderness north of Boulder Colorado.This slender 11-acre lake is hemmed by the north valley wall and bound by krummholz near the outlet, but opens along the south and west shores to big, level meadows under the Continental Divide. It was surrounded by Wildflowers, alpine meadows, small waterfalls, and cascades all beckon those who have the stamina to explore these heights in the Front Range near Denver.

Eldora Mountain

Eldora Mountain

1 Day Treks

Mountain Peaks

Eldora Mountain is a locals’ favorite for snowboarding in northern Colorado. It’s large enough to enjoy different runs all day and has a surprisingly good mix of skiable terrain. The summit of the area is at 10,600 feet above sea level on Bryan Mountain, with a 1200-foot lift-served vertical drop. The slopes face primarily north and east. In addition to alpine skiing, the Eldora Nordic Center also includes 40 km of cross-country skiing and snowshoeing trails

Eldorado Canyon State Park

Eldorado Canyon State Park is part of the Colorado State Park system. It was established in 1978 and is located in Boulder County near the city of Boulder. The park consists of two areas, the Inner Canyon and Crescent Meadows. It is home to one of the world's most accessible and comprehensive rock climbing areas.

Eldorado Canyon Trail

Eldorado Canyon Trail

Outdoors- Other

2-5 Day Treks

Eldorado Canyon is a hiking and climbing Mecca tucked into the Front Range near Boulder and Denver, Colorado. The trail begins on steep, winding switchbacks that gradually moderate through 1.0 miles. It continues steadily up the north wall through intervals of thick timber and open slopes.Kids will love hiking over rocks along the streamside trail, peering into caves, and gazing up at the climbers on the towering canyon walls.

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