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Boulder County, CO Area GuideBoulder County, CO Area GuideWelcome to the sweeping mountains, pioneer spirit, Western history and convivial civic culture of Boulder County, Colorado! Our county is abundant with natural beauty, vibrant in its cultural diversity and cosmopolitan outlook and community-oriented in its lifestyle. The City of Boulder is known as “The Happiest City in the United States”, and when you look at the wealth of beauty, culture and community of Boulder County, it’s easy to see why! Boulder County residents enjoy an unparalleled quality of life, with all the conveniences and amenities of a big city, while remaining firmly committed to preserving the unspoiled beauty of our nature, wildlife and ecology. In Boulder County, you’ll discover rich Western history, an unbounded sense of adventure, and a freethinking world-view. For professionals, academics and the urban minded, there are universities, high-tech companies, new housing developments, vibrant downtown lifestyles and a boundless amount of cultural arts, events and nightlife hotspots. For those who crave a more laid-back approach to life, small-town values or the privacy of nature, there are quiet mountain hamlets, nature preserves, municipal initiatives to encourage conservation and year-round outdoor activities that range from hiking, skiing, biking and horseback riding to sailing, swimming and exploring the wealth of open space parks of Boulder County. From history, nature, wildlife and sports to culture and the arts, there’s a marvelous assortment of things to see, do and learn in Boulder County’s unique communities. To learn more about the communities, attractions, events and nature of Boulder County living, please visit: Boulder Convention & Visitors Bureau Boulder Magazine Locals Guide Boulder-Front Range Guide Denver Area Attractions Visit Longmont Colorado Tourism Bureau History The Boulder Valley was originally populated by the Southern Arapaho Native American tribe, with European-American pioneers coming to the area that would become Boulder County during the gold rush era, settling first at Red Rocks in 1858. Boulder City was part of the Nebraska Territory until 1861, when the Territory of Colorado was created by the U.S. Congress. The Town of Boulder was incorporated as a city in 1871, originally developed as a supply base for miners going into the mountains in search of gold and silver, with its primary economy being the equipment, agricultural products, housing, transportation, and service establishments serving the mining community. Recognizing the need for economic stability outside of the transient mining community, railroad service, hospitals, school buildings, and a secure town government were established to serve the permanent residents of Boulder during the 1870’s. During the 20th and into the 21st century, Boulder County has seen progress, expansion and growth through its diversified economy and progressive attitude towards nature, conservation, industry and social policy. To learn more about the history, cultural traditions, museums and national register of historic sights in Boulder County, please visit: St Vrain Historical Society Historic Boulder Boulder County National Register of Historic Places Boulder County Historic Sites Boulder County Tours Historic Downtown Longmont Historic Highland Building and City Club Longmont Museum & Cultural Center Colorado Railroad Museum Fort Vasquez State History Museum Old Mill Park Colorado Historical Society The Callahan House Hover Home Agricultural Heritage Center Old St. Stephen's Church Doughtery Museum Parks and Recreation Colorado is a nature enthusiast’s dream, and Boulder County’s open-air beauty is perhaps the jewel of the Rockies. Envision 36,000 acres of pristine open space, conservation easements, recreational facilities and nature preserves to relax, play in, explore and enjoy, and you will have imagined Boulder County! Our county is located in the Boulder Valley, where the Rocky Mountains meet the Great Plains, kneeling in the shadow of Flagstaff Mountain, just east of the continental divide. Boulder County residents are blessed by the majesty of nature on all sides: to the south is Eldorado Canyon, to the west, the iconic stone of the Flatirons. The Boulder Creek tributary of the South Platte River flows through the City of Boulder. All of these natural gems converge to create a county that is truly “four-seasons”—our outdoor activities rotate with the seasons, creating an endless amount of sports and recreation available year-round. Skiing, canoeing, hiking, rock climbing, equestrian sports, swimming, sailing, kayaking and canoeing are just a few of the more popular regional activities. For those who crave the breathtaking, the daring and the unique, try wilderness excursions, geocaching, hot air balloon flights, glider tours or ziplining. Boulder Creek Path, Arapahoe Ridge Park, Boulder Reservoir, Eldorado Canyon State Park, Flagstaff Mountain and Summit Nature Center, White Rocks Nature Preserve and Cottonwood Hot Springs are among some of the most popular outdoor destinations. To learn more about Boulder County’s great outdoors and what it has to offer you, please visit: Boulder County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Colorado State Parks Cottonwood Hot Springs White Rocks Nature Preserve Longmont Greenways and Trails St. Vrain Greenway Trail System Flagstaff Mountain and Summit Nature Center Boulder Reservoir/ Marfell Lake Wonderland Lake, Trailhead & Foothills Nature Center Discovery Trail and Poudre River National Recreation Trail Boulder Creek Path South Platte Trail Arapahoe Ridge Park Saint Vrain State Park Eldorado Canyon State Park Pawnee Pioneer Trails Scenic Byway Sports and Activities Boulder, Colorado Golf Ranges Scott Carpenter Pool Eldora Mountain Resort Skiing Alps Boulder Canyon Inn Skiing Boulder Outdoor Center The Anchorage Outdoors Zipline Tours Mile High Gliding Tours Colorado Geocache Sunflower Farm Mile-Hi Skydiving Fair Winds Hot Air Balloon Flights Attractions and Activities A cosmopolitan world-view makes the artistic and cultural side of Boulder County a lively place for “Boulderites” to enjoy the more urbane side of living. The downtown areas of our communities are hubs of activity, commerce, nightlife and culture. Family events, live music, cultural exhibits, art showings and scheduled performances add to Boulder County’s urban atmosphere, while public art and outdoor courtyards contribute to the small-town charm that make our region stand apart from all others. For music, performance and art, Colorado Light Opera, Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA), Leanin' Tree Museum & Sculpture Garden of Western Art, the Boulder Philharmonic and Symphony Orchestras, Boulder Outdoor Cinema, Boulder Theater, Boulder Ballet and the Dairy Center for the Arts are local favorites. But make no mistake; shopping and dining are serious business in Boulder County, too! Our local restaurants are supplied by farmer’s markets and local agriculture, keeping our plates full of unique cuisine, organic produce and hand-crafted comfort foods. Boulder County shoppers have a bounty of choice, from the boutiques and businesses of our community downtowns, to the historic Pearl Street Mall, open-air Twenty Ninth Street shopping and restaurant community, and the Promenade Shops at Centerra. Theatre, Culture and the Arts Colorado Light Opera Longmont Museum and Cultural Center Boulder Museum of Contemporary Art (BMoCA) Leanin' Tree Museum & Sculpture Garden of Western Art Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra Firehouse Art Center Longmont Chorale Boulder Symphony Orchestra Boulder Outdoor Cinema Jesters Dinner Theatre Longmont Theatre Company Boulder Theater Longmont Symphony Orchestra Boulder Ballet Dairy Center for the Arts Shopping, Dining, Leisure and Attractions Downtown Boulder Shopping Guide Locals Guide to Boulder County Shopping Boulder Shop & Dine Local Colorado Shopping Boulder Restaurant Guide Boulder Area Restaurant Guide Colorado Dining Guide Pearl Street Mall Twenty Ninth Street Downtown Longmont Promenade Shops at Centerra Events Festivals and special events in Boulder County offer the opportunity for neighbors to meet neighbors and come together as friends. In addition to the many fine lectures, performances and workshops scheduled year-round, there are a number of festivals and events available to our residents, including the Boulder International Film Festival, Flatirons Mineral Club Annual Gem & Mineral Show, Colorado Shakespeare Festival, Chautauqua Silent Film Series, Bands on the Bricks, the Conference on World Affairs and the Boulder County Parade and Chuckwagon Breakfast. To learn more about the events, activities and festivals of Boulder County, please visit: Boulder International Film Festival Boulder International Fringe Festival Colorado Shakespeare Festival The International Film Series Boulder County Parade and Chuckwagon Breakfast Bands on the Bricks Boulder Creek Festival Colorado Chautauqua Conference on World Affairs Flatirons Mineral Club Annual Gem & Mineral Show Chautauqua Silent Film Series |
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