Boulder Ramblers

Boulder, CO, US

2,641 members · Public group

Organized by Darcy and 27 others

What we’re about

Boulder Ramblers was founded in 2015 by Colorado-based Walk2Connect in partnership with the City of Boulder. For six years, we operated as the Boulder chapter of Walk2Connect, offering free community walking, hiking, and rambling trips in and throughout Boulder County, CO, with a focus on building genuine connections to others, to the places we live, and to ourselves. In 2021, the Boulder Ramblers community assumed ownership of this group to keep rambling together!

Our community members host walks, hikes, and urban adventures every week throughout the year. Check our calendar to find what's coming up. We focus on urban hiking: exploring the quiet streets, multi-use paths, and trail systems east of the foothills (with some adventures in the higher elevations within Boulder city limits). Please be sure to read the walk/hike descriptions carefully to determine whether a particular adventure is right for you. We tend to move at a steady "fitness" pace (2.5-3 MPH), unless otherwise noted.

This group offers great ways to get to know local urban trail systems and find creative, appealing ways to connect destinations in Boulder, Louisville, Superior, Lafayette, and beyond by foot. We advocate for "life at 3 miles per hour," slowing down the pace of life to appreciate how we are connected to everything around us. We are a safe, welcoming and affirming community that supports people of all backgrounds, identities, and circumstances.

Check back often as new walks will be added throughout the year. Have a great idea for a walk or urban hike? We'd love to hear from you!

Walk On!
Boulder Ramblers Team

Upcoming events (4+)

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Sat, May 10, 2025, 9:00 AM MDTMoxie to Harper Lake Loop
Moxie Bread Co., Louisville, CO
TYPE: Urban Hike | PACE: Fitness (3 MPH) | TERRAIN: Sidewalks, paved multi-use paths, dirt trail | DISTANCE: Approx. 5 miles |

Walk Description: Let's enjoy the beauty of Louisville and the Harper Lake area with this 5-mile morning ramble! We'll loop from Moxie Bread Company in downtown Louisville to Harper Lake and back, following neighborhood streets and open space trails. Here is the link to a map for this hike: https://caltopo.com/m/R02N. If the group feels like it, we can also go around Davidson Mesa, which would add another 3 miles or so.

Schedule and Planning: We'll meet in front of Moxie Bread Company, on the Pine Street sidewalk. Arrive early to get a drink or some breakfast. We'll start walking no later than 9:00 am.

Walking Movement Leader: Darcy started leading walks with the Boulder Ramblers in 2015. She is the author of "The Best Urban Hikes: Boulder." You can reach Darcy at (720) 805-8293 or besturbanhikesboulder@gmail.com.

Trip Notes:
~ No dogs are allowed around Harper Lake. Please leave dogs at home for this one.
~ Dress comfortably for the weather, bring sun protection and water, and anything else you need to stay comfortable outside.

Release of liability: By signing up for this walk, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being throughout the event. This is a volunteer-led experience. Volunteers are not liable for any injury or illness that may happen during the event or that results from participating in this event. Please take good care to only sign up for walks or hikes that are within your skill level and comfort. As always, have fun and be safe!
54 attendees+49
Tue, May 13, 2025, 9:00 AM MDTFitness Walk Beginning at Foothills Community Park
Foothills Community Park, Boulder, CO
TYPE: Same Time, Same Place Monthly | PACE: Fitness/Conversational | TERRAIN: Packed dirt multi-use path, sidewalks, and dirt trail | DISTANCE: Approx. 4 or 5 miles

Walk Description: This fitness walk is held the second Tuesday of every month; beginning and ending at Foothills Community Park near the restrooms and the dog park, going south along multi-use paths onto sidewalks in the Wonderland Hills neighborhood, and looping back north on the Foothills Trail, taking a short side trip (less than a mile) on the Old Kiln Trail. Along the way, hikers will see some beautiful views of Wonderland Lake, the foothills, and the eastern plains. The route includes gentle hills, with little, but some, elevation gain.

Lorrie Johnson has been leading walks and hikes with the Boulder Ramblers since 2017.

Schedule and Planning: There are two parking lots at Foothills Community Park: We will meet at the parking lot near the restrooms adjacent to the dog park on 7th Street. This walk is also accessible by the SKIP bus, which stops at Broadway and Violet; the Park is a few blocks west of Broadway. We'll meet at 9:00 am and begin walking at 9:05. The walk will end by 10:45 or 11:00 am.

Trip Notes:

~ Be sure to bring water, sun protection, and wear appropriate clothing for the season. For winter walking, wear breathable layers, a hat, and bring non-slip shoe cleats or wear boots with good traction.

~ Dogs on short, non-retractable leashes are welcome.

Release of liability: By signing up for this walk, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being throughout the event. This is a volunteer-led experience. Volunteers are not liable for any injury or illness that may happen during the event or that results from participating in this event. Please take good care to only sign up for walks or hikes that are within your skill level and comfort. As always, have fun and be safe!
19 attendees+14
Sat, May 24, 2025, 8:00 AM MDTBoulder Walk 180: Western Half of the Slow Marathon
Amante Coffee (Uptown Broadway), Boulder, CO
TYPE: Urban Hike | PACE: Fitness | TERRAIN: Sidewalks, Multi-Use Paths, Dirt Trails | DISTANCE: Approx 12.4 miles |

Walk Description: Get set for Walk and Bike Month and our big Walk 360 Slow Marathon! Join us to train for the big day (June 28), or just complete the Walk 360 in two halves, starting with this 12-mile, 180-degree adventure. The western half of the Boulder Walk 360 Slow Marathon links the North Boulder Art District with Wonderland Lake, North Boulder Park, Mapleton Hill, Chautuaqua Park, Shanahan Ridge, and the Table Mesa Shopping Center. We'll take breaks along the way and have lunch together at the end. See this link for a map of the route: https://caltopo.com/m/HV0K

Schedule and Planning: We will meet at 8:00 am in front of Amante Coffee Uptown. The cafe opens at 7 am, so arrive early to use the restroom and/or buy a coffee or tea. This urban hike is 12.4 miles, so it should take us about 5 hours to complete (with breaks). Both the start and end points of this hike are easily accessible by bus - take the SKIP bus along Broadway. Please arrange carpools or ride shares as needed.

Walking Movement Leaders: This event will be led by experienced Ramblers, including Darcy, who created the Walk 360 in 2017. She is the author of "The Best Urban Hikes: Boulder." You can reach Darcy at (720) 805-8293 or besturbanhikesboulder@gmail.com.

Notes:
~ We will begin walking at 8:05, so please arrive on time.
~ Be sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, sun protection and wear appropriate gear/clothing for the season.
~ Dogs are NOT allowed on this hike.

Release of liability: By signing up for this walk, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being throughout the event. This is a volunteer-led experience. Volunteers are not liable for any injury or illness that may happen during the event or that results from participating in this event. Please take good care to only sign up for walks or hikes that are within your skill level and comfort. As always, have fun and be safe!
43 attendees+38
Sat, Jun 7, 2025, 8:30 AM MDTBoulder Walk 180: Eastern Half of the Slow Marathon
Neptune Café & Bar, Boulder, CO
TYPE: Urban Hike | PACE: Fitness | TERRAIN: Sidewalks, Multi-Use Paths, Dirt Trails | DISTANCE: Approx 13 miles |

Walk Description: Our second 180-degree adventure traverses the eastern half of the Boulder Walk 360 Slow Marathon, closing the loop! This urban hike links the Table Mesa Shopping Center with the East Boulder Recreation Center, Valmont Bike Park, and the North Boulder Art District. We'll take breaks along the way and have lunch together at the end. See this link for a map of the route: https://caltopo.com/m/MFBJ

Schedule and Planning: We will meet at 8:30 am in front of Neptune Mountaineering Cafe in the Table Mesa Shopping Center. The cafe opens at 8:00 am, so arrive early to use the restroom and/or buy a coffee, tea or breakfast item. This urban hike is 13 miles, so it should take us about 5 hours to complete (with breaks). Both the start and end points are easily accessible by bus: take the SKIP bus along Broadway. Please arrange carpools and ride shares as needed.

Walking Movement Leaders: This event will be led by experienced Ramblers, including Darcy, who created the Walk 360 in 2017. She is the author of "The Best Urban Hikes: Boulder." You can reach Darcy at (720) 805-8293 or besturbanhikesboulder@gmail.com.

Notes:
~ We will begin walking at 8:35, so please arrive on time.
~ Be sure to bring plenty of water, snacks, sun protection and wear appropriate gear/clothing for the season.
~ Dogs are NOT allowed on this hike.

Release of liability: By signing up for this walk, you acknowledge that you are responsible for your own safety and well-being throughout the event. This is a volunteer-led experience. Volunteers are not liable for any injury or illness that may happen during the event or that results from participating in this event. Please take good care to only sign up for walks or hikes that are within your skill level and comfort. As always, have fun and be safe!
20 attendees+15