Top 10 nature & wildlife things to do in Boulder

1. Private Rocky Mountain National Park tour with picnic

Full-day private tour from Boulder — includes stops at Trail Ridge Road, scenic valleys, wildlife viewing, and a catered picnic lunch in the mountains.

2. Rocky Mountain foraging hike in Boulder

Three-hour guided hike through meadows and forests, identifying edible and medicinal plants, fungi, and local wildlife in the Boulder mountains.

3. Mallory Cave Trail hiking tour in Boulder

Half-day hike along the Mallory Cave Trail — guided exploration of Flatirons, pine forests, and wildflower meadows with photo opportunities.

“This hike is a lovely and enjoyable experience just outside of Boulder. Ryan is an exceptional guide, and the trail provides stunning views of both Boulder and the Flatirons.”— Connor_D

4. Guided eBike tour of Boulder

Three hours on an eBike — explore Boulder's neighborhoods, scenic paths, and local hotspots with an experienced guide.

“Fantastic tour led by Joel, who was an excellent guide. He shared entertaining stories, and the personalized exploration of Boulder was enjoyable. Riding the bikes added to the fun experience.”— Kristin_C

5. Yoga hike in the Flatirons

Two hours, guided hike blending yoga and nature amidst the Flatirons, suitable for all experience levels.

“Be prepared to capture stunning photos during this beautiful hike. The experience is fantastic, especially the yoga session at the end.”— Gina_V

6. Boulder murder mystery detective experience

Self-guided audio adventure across 10 locations in Boulder—solve a murder mystery with a walking or driving route.

“The experience is leisurely and truly lasts the entire two hours. It was enjoyable to sip coffee and talk about the case as we progressed.”— Isabelle_C

7. Half-day e-bike tour from Boulder to Eldorado Canyon

Four to five hours, 29 miles by e-bike — scenic routes, artisan ice cream stop at Dushanbe Teahouse, group size limited to six participants.

“Jacob was an excellent guide, and we really enjoyed our ride. I highly recommend it to anyone coming to the area. I especially appreciated hearing about Jacob's travels during the experience.”— Rmi77

8. E-bike tour of Boulder’s key sights

Three hours on an e-bike — ride through Boulder Canyon, CU Campus, and more, led by expert guides with full amenities at the starting point.

“I thoroughly enjoyed the e-bike tour. Monica was fantastic. I highly recommend this experience.”— tdiv182

9. Guided electric fat tire bike tour of Boulder

Three hours of guided riding — explore Boulder’s parks, historic downtown, and neighborhoods on electric fat tire bikes, with stunning views included.

“During our brief 3-day stay in Boulder, we found this 2-hour e-bike tour to be well worth every penny. Colin was very insightful about the various sites we explored and was especially attentive in ensuring my elderly father felt secure and at ease. I will be sharing this experience with friends and family.”— belicious73

10. Self-guided audio driving tour in Rocky Mountain National Park

Explore Rocky Mountain National Park at your pace with an audio tour that offers insights, tips, and directions via GPS.

“The app was highly informative and user-friendly. It allowed for easy boarding and disembarking from the tour, and the voice instructions were clear. I would definitely use the app again.”— Jennifer B