Things To Do
Park, Hiking and Restaurant: Chautauqua Park & Dining Hall
Come here to enjoy a lunch on the deck while you take in the beautiful Boulder mountains. There is also ice cream, a playground and hiking trails nearby. A great place for kids!
Food and Drink: Avantis rooftop bar
Take the elevator to the roof and enjoy a refreshing beverage as you take in the flatirons
Food and Drink: Rayback Collective
Within walking distance of the Embassy Suites and Hilton -- good beer, food trucks, and outdoor space!
Brewery: Pattern Break
Great outdoor space, shaded, food truck with burgers and salads. Very kid friendly. This is also where our Saturday gathering is :)
Hike: Sanitas Valley Trail
Quintessential boulder hike up Mount Sanitas for great views of town. Can hike just part of the valley trail or the full loop (rocky/steep sections and 1,250 feet of gain over the full 3.2 mile loop).
Hike: Green Mountain West Ridge Trail
If you want the view from one of the Boulder peaks, this hike is one of our go to hikes to bring out of town guests. Enjoy a beautiful drive up Flagstaff Road and a moderate 4 mile hike to the top of Green Mountain. Note parking is just along the side of the road next to the trailhead
Day Trip: Nederland and Crosscut Pizzeria/Taphouse
If you're looking for a half day adventure to a mountain town, Nederland offers great trails (Hessie Trailhead) and food, including our favorite wood-fired pizza in town, Crosscut!
Food and Drink: Maisonette - French Café & Bakery
Amazing French bakery and cafe in downtown. Boulder!
Food and Drink: Barchetta
Good kid friendly spot, wood fired pizza, beer/wine on tap We frequent here often with our friends with kids :)
Food and Drink: The Buff Restaurant
This is a great spot for breakfast - right across the street from the Hilton and Embassy Suites
Hike: Ute/Ranger view loop (park at Realization Point)
Pretty drive up Flagstaff rd, short 1-2 mile trail with great views of the surrounding mountains and Longs Peak Parking is at Realization Point on Flagstaff rd