A creek that flows through Boulder. I've heard people go fishing and tubing here. I didn't do any…read moreof that; I merely walked/hiked alongside, and also randomly encountered the creek or one of its offshoots. You don't have to be an outdoorsy type to appreciate the creek.

I love Boulder Creek. It did take a bit of work to forgive it post flood but I am happy to announce…read morethat my relationship with the creek is no longer on the bedrocks. Year round I have seen people fishing in it's crisp waters and you just know summer is near/here with the CU students bouncing through the rapids on air mattresses, bike tubes, and inner tubes. I highly recommend bringing out of town guests to dip their feet or just gaze at it's beauty from the shore.

Such a cute playground in the downtown of Georgetown! Perfect spot to let kids play while having a…read morepicnic.

I never knew this park existed it was a big accident as in driving out from a picnic and trail hike…read moreand wait what's that, omg an amazing park! Yep a random fun stop at a park that we have made a point to return to multiple times this summer. We love it!!!! The kids love it!!! It's great for all ages and has plenty of space to have a family picnic. We like to call this castle park because it reminds us of our fav park back in Kansas my daughter loved but this one is even better in a great community with great shade coverage.

The trail was well maintained and the area was beautiful with great views. This park is off leaf…read morefor dogs. Parking lot is small.

Nice open space to walk the dogs, run, fish with the kiddos, or just sit with a to go order of food…read moreand enjoy the views. Unfortunately the parking lot is extra small right now because they're doing construction... 4 standard and 1 accessible space is all they have right now right on the water. Across the street is a larger parking area though and that's got plenty of spaces. Very dog friendly trail so if your pup is extra chaotic around others might want to have that in mind. The piece I traversed didn't have much shade so recommend sunglasses and a hat at the very least. Enjoy!

Nothing beats a trip to Grand Lake and kayaking for a half day really helps you appreciate how…read morebeautiful it really is. Homes of all sizes surround the lake and you can feel the history in some of the little bungalows and historic downtown. It's a melting pot in the summer. Lots of people come to enjoy the water, food, bars, and the escape for the heat in the city.

I saved the most relaxing scenic part of my trip to Rocky Mountain National Park for last. Even…read morethough Grand Lake resides outside of the park, this place is just stunning. Grand Lake is Colorado's largest and deepest natural lake. This place is not only beautiful, but there is a lot to do around the lake. It is the perfect place for nature enthusiasts and for people who love outdoor activities. I enjoyed walking around the downtown village area. There are several local restaurants and gift shops that you can visit all within a block of street called the Boardwalk. The cool thing is that there are no chain restaurants or shops in Grand Lake. Even though I only spent a day here, I was able to enjoy a full day of activities while taking in the beautiful scenery. I hiked the nature trail to Adams Falls and did some kayaking on Grand Lake. Grand Lake is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of life. Grand Lake is an all-year-round destination. It is also known as the "Snowmobile Capital of Colorado" because of its groomed snowmobile trails. Grand Lake also hosts an annual hocky classic on Grand Lake during the winter season.

Take a short, scenic stroll on the Trollstigen Trail (Troll Trail) to see the Isak Heartstone…read moreTroll. It's located just outside of the main part of Breckenridge. Best of all, it is FREE to see! To find the Trollstigen Trail trailhead go to the southeast corner of the Stephen C. West Ice Arena parking lot, next to Illinois Creek Trailhead. If you are near the trains, go to the opposite end of the parking lot. Isak Heartstone 1 was co-commissioned for an exhibit for the Breckenridge International Festival of Arts in 2018, but it was dismantled in February 2019 because it was too popular and then reinstalled here . Although I didn't see it in person, only online, I think the original sculpture was better and more playful. Isak is carefully stacking rocks like he's balancing rocks. As per Dambo's website, this troll got its' name after three little girls came by and gave Isak a stone heart. Dambo has a heart-shaped stone placed in Isak's chest. The Isak Heartstone Troll at THIS location is the second one. Some people reference this one as Isak Heartstone 2. He sits at approximately 15 feet tall. Thomas Dambo is the creator of this and many other trolls. He uses reclaimed wood and other recycled materials. Isak is pretty cool to see in person! He's sitting on an incline between trees. He's got his right hand holding the tree trunk. His left hand is balancing him as he's sitting. The bottom of his left foot is resting against a rock. I love all the details... like his fingernails & toenails, and small branches for hairs. The trail is an easy walk through a forested area. This pathway is stable to walk on. The return trail is different from the one leading in. It consists of wood boards, similar to a deck and includes a 6-inch-high step. This troll was created by Thomas Dambo, a Danish sculpture artist. There are over one hundred Dambo trolls in the U.S.A. and many more around the world. Isak Heartstone is Troll numbered 043. Isak is the first Dambo Troll we've seen in person! We went to see Rita The Rock Planter eight days later! I guess we're officially Troll Hunters now! *If you live in the Los Angeles, CA area or are planning to visit, there will be a temporary exhibit of 12 Thomas Dambo's Trolls at the South Coast Botanic Garden in March 2026. Buy your tickets!

4/5 stars only because on the unseasonably warm day we went, the trail up to Isak was icy so we had…read moreto navigate that while people on the trail walked in front of and behind us, I guess trying to get there quickly. Isak is not very far from the parking lot and the trailhead sign. On this particular day there were several people waiting to take their photo with Isak, so we waited patiently. When it was our turn a nice woman said, "Be careful, it's slippery." Thank you. We took our photos, enjoyed the trees a bit, and walked back to our car.

Amazing classic view of Boulder, as you arrive by car from Denver metro area. It can be beautiful…read moreon a blue sky day but you can also see to the continental divide. Today the high winds up there swirled snow and clouds almost vertically. To the right in this view is Longs Peak in RMNP. To the left is the Indian Peaks Wilderness area due west of Boulder. You might not use this this approach to Boulder on a weekday commute in when it will likely be bumper to bumper going very slow for several miles. And a bit dangerous with snow and ice and high winds at ground level. But on a beautiful clear dry winter day, it is classic and how so many people see Boulder for the very first time.

Davidson Mesa is a very nice dog park/open space/overlook near Louisville and Superior. And…read moreBroomfield too! You can walk out about half a mile to a nice view for sunset. There's a path for free roaming dogs and a path for dogs on leash. I've never had aggressive dogs seen there! The trails connect to miles of paths further away too. Great place for a sunset walk!

What a gem!! My husband and I visited the museum last Saturday. The attention to detail and the…read morelevel of craftsmanship in creating each scene was amazing. Even if you are not a "train person" you'll find this place fascinating. Each train is run by a volunteer and managed by a dispatcher. You can really get a sense of how trains were used and managed in 1975. They also have a real caboose from the C&S Railroad that you can go in. The best part of the museum are the friendly volunteers who love trains and love sharing their knowledge. Go, take a friend, ask questions and spread the word. It's a treasure.

Impressive model railroad that is laid out very well so that you can see all parts of it,…read more including a view of the whole thing from above. Definitely do the treasure hunt, no matter your age, it really makes you appreciate the level of detail! There is also a working Thomas model (much smaller layout but bigger train), and a wooden train table for the kids to play with. Allow a couple of hours.

Squee for public art - and heck a giant soup can - how could it not be amazing!…read more There is a spot to park right in front of it! It's a fun little find, and worth at least a drive by!

I use to live off Campbell soup. But for the past decade or so they've done something to their…read moresoups that makes me wanna vomit. It taste like they've added diet salt to their salt lick of a recipe. Today I had a taste for some chicken noodle soup. I would have been better off heating up the actual label then eating this putrid, fake tasting, GMO, wanna save a buck, 30 years sitting on a shelf soup. I'd never buy their products again cause obviously it's all about the money. Campbell soup has lost their integrity.

Recently visited Loveland Pass on our way back from Breckenridge. We drove to the top instead of…read morehiking. On the way up, we saw some light snow flurries, and by the time we reached the top, it was actively snowing. The scenery is absolutely stunning definitely a must-see if you're in the area. Just a heads-up: it can get icy and slippery, so be careful while walking around. Overall, it's a beautiful spot and perfect for enjoying the snowy mountain views! Plus it's free!

Each stop on our full day was momentous. The clouds touch the mountains and it's breathtaking…read more Pictures do not give justice to the view. Wear weather appropriate clothes and shoes. We were not able to make it to the top of the steps but still happy we got to explore this place for a bit!