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Boulder Creek Path

Boulder, CO

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Park your car and enjoy a peaceful, scenic stroll or bike ride through the heart of Boulder. The path stretches for seven miles and provides access to numerous parks, ponds, historical markers, gardens, rock-climbing opportunities, botanical sites, and a farmers' market. You'll also come across landmarks such as the art museum, library, the Senior Center, CU-Boulder Research Park, and the Stazio Ballfields. The path segues into other routes and may be accessed at several points.

Boulder Reservoir

5100 N 51st St, Boulder, CO 80301 · 303-441-3456

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This one-acre reservoir features a man-made beach that's popular for swimming, water-skiing, sailing, kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing, and volleyball. The site of frequent events such as volleyball tournaments, sailboat races, and the annual New Year's Day Polar Bear Dip. Facilities include picnic tables and grills, and there's also watercraft for rent.

Central Park

Broadway And Canyon Blvd, Boulder, CO · 303-413-7200

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Located in the heart of downtown Boulder, this lovely park is situated across from the Museum of Contemporary Art and Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse. The park features a historic passenger train, grassy picnic areas, and a band shell for musical performances. Boulder's popular Farmers' Market is set up adjacent to the park on Wednesdays and Saturdays, during the spring, summer, and fall.

Chautauqua Park

900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302 · 303-413-7200

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This meadow-like foothills park is ideal for a lazy afternoon with a book, a family picnic, bird watching, or a vigorous hike on numerous trails that will suit any skill level. The hiking trails take you into the Flatirons and the Bluebell Shelter or the top of Flagstaff Mountain. A century old community center occupies the middle of the park. Numerous lectures and musical performances are scheduled, including the Colorado Music Festival, which is held each summer.

Eldorado Canyon State Park

9 Kneale Rd, State Hwy 170, Eldorado Springs, CO 80025 · 303-494-3943

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With more than 1,000 acres of land, this park is a favorite site for hiking and horseback riding on 10 beautiful miles of trails with varying degrees of difficulty. The park's 850-foot sandstone canyon wall is popular with world-class rock climbers. Fish for rainbow trout in the park's streams or enjoy a relaxing lunch at the picnic area along the creek at the bottom of the canyon. The Visitor's Center includes exhibits and displays about the geological formations in the canyon and the history of the park.

Rocky Mountain National Park

Estes Park, CO 80517 · 970-586-1206

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The highlight of the 415-square mile park is the Trail Ridge Road. Travel 50 spectacular miles over Trail Ridge Road, the nation's longest continuous road at such a high altitude, and experience incomparable changes in climate, vegetation, and eco-zones. Witness panoramic views of mountain ranges and peaks and close-ups of deer and elk grazing, bighorn sheep, birds, and other indigenous critters.

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Looking for some peace and quiet? An idyllic spot to relax and unwind? You've made it to the right category. Here, we list some of the most beautiful and functional parks in the city. Many provide jogging and cycling trails, picnic sites, and large, open areas for throwing a Frisbee or walking your dog.

 

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