8 days in Boulder Itinerary

Located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, Boulder is a busy college town known for its progressive values and natural resource conservation.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Cussler Museum and Golden History Museum & Park. You'll discover tucked-away gems like Eldorado Canyon State Park and Balloon Rides. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Boulder: Cathy Fromme Prairie Natural Area (in Fort Collins), Loveland (Loveland Museum/Gallery, Mariana Butte Golf Course, &more) and Golden (Parasailing & Paragliding & Fossil Trace Golf Club). There's much more to do: take a memorable tour with Guided Electric Cruiser Bike Tours, admire the sheer force of Copeland Falls, explore the landscape on two wheels at Valmont Bike Park, and trek along Mount Sanitas Trail.

For maps, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Boulder road trip site.

In July, daytime highs in Boulder are 87°F, while nighttime lows are 60°F.