Boulder Vacation and Trip Information

Boulder, Colorado is located at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. These days, the city wears several hats: as a university town, home of the University of Colorado at Boulder and others; as a hi-tech town that is rapidly spawning bedroom communities in outlying farm towns; and as a center of alternate culture, with various new age institutions, meditation centers, Buddhist centers, and the like. What perhaps distinguishes it most from other cities of similar size in the United States, however, is its status as a mecca for serious athletes, many of whom have made their home here for the conditioning advantages of high altitude, combined with businesses, facilities and a community that provide opportunities for serious training and competition.

Downtown covers a large area, with the Pearl Street Mall, which is surrounded by historic buildings, at its core. Along Pearl Street you will find many boutiques and independent shops featuring everything from clothing to trinkets and art. Boulder Creek Path cuts right through the middle of town. Along this path you will find beautiful walking, biking and other forms of recreation.