Boulder, Colorado, founded in 1859, is a wonderful college town, nestled next to the Rocky Mountains and the Front Range. The Front Range is affectionately referred to as The Flatirons in Boulder. This blog is loaded with helpful visitors information.
The view of the mountains dominates life in Boulder, Mountains make for an easy point of reference when getting directions. In addition to great views, Boulder has a strong Open Space policy since the 1970’s, preserving the character of the community and providing beautiful vistas. Open space is community owned land with very limited development.
As you enter Boulder along Highway 36, there is a fantastic overlook/scenic view ideal for Boulder visitors. First time to Boulder? Be sure to check it out. There is plenty of parking and a visitors kiosk filled with helpful information about Boulder including maps and handout cards. And the view is fantastic. It might be those majestic peaceful mountains that in 2011 had a Gallup-Healthways study saying Boulder is the happiest and healthiest place to live. Kids will love seeing all the prairie dogs and rabbits that live near the view.
Boulder is the county seat in Boulder County. The county has a population of nearly 300,000. There are ten municipalities in Boulder County. Median household income in 2011 was $64,839 (source: US Census Report). And Boulder is the home to the University of Colorado Buffalo’s. During the summers, visitors will appreciate the Shakespeare festival. Year round enjoy free entertainment on the Boulder Pearl Street mall. Buskers – street performers – will entertain you for a tip. Check out the zip code guy and a host of other entertaining street performers known as buskers. There is plenty to see and do in Boulder.
Some good resource sites for Boulder visitors include: Boulder Convention Bureau and Downtown Boulder Inc., and the official site of Colorado tourism.
View Boulder Homes For Sale here. Have kids? Be sure to visit Into The Wind.