As the summer heat fades, the beauty of autumn leaves arrives. Here are some top tips to take in the sights. The fall season is on its way, and now is a good time to start thinking about a leisurely trip to catch the beautiful changing colors of the leaves. The second week of October is generally the best time to go.
Boulder Fall Colors
Here are a few insider tips to make the best of this quick window of time:
• Coot Lake to the north of town allows visitors to fish, jog or stroll with plenty of amenities available while soaking in the panoramic views.
• Sawhill Ponds on the eastside provides excellent views with accessible trails, spots for a picnic and a wide array of wildlife.
• Gregory Canyon on the edge of the foothills is a beautiful location with plenty of trails. Be careful – bears are actively feeding in this area.
• For nice views out over town to see the changing colors of Boulder’s urban canopy, check out Panorama Point and Chautauqua Meadow. Note that parking can be a challenge.
• For a wide variety of trees and colors, venture a bit to the west and try Chautauqua Park.
• For a lovely walk or bike ride, start at the Bobolink Trailhead of Baseline Road and cruise along the South Boulder Creek trail.
• Mapleton Avenue is an excellent area for tree appreciation and watching the colors change.
• Central Park and Chautauqua Park both feature large white oaks, which turn a beautiful shade of red each fall. Courtesy of Boulder City news.