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Flatirons

Boulder Mountain Park, Boulder, CO 80302
Ranked #5 of 66 attractions in Boulder
4.5 of 5 stars 42 Reviews
Type: Geologic Formations
Traveler Description: The Flatirons are sandstone rock formations that are a distinctive symbol of the city of Boulder. There are five large, numbered Flatirons ranging... more »
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Boulder, Colorado
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

Gorgeous area in Boulder. Give you an easy to reach bit of nature! Walks appropriate for young children and family outings More

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Santa Cruz, California
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012

Beautiful hike, amazing views. It's easy to get to the trailhead if you have a car, and a taxi can take you for $9 if you don't! Really, there is no reason why you shouldn't go on this hike. It's remarkable. More

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Boulder, Colorado
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29 reviews 29 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

A beautiful, if strenuous hike up the bat cave. Although you can't go into the cave the hike up is fantastic and the views spectacular. More

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Boulder, Colorado
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

My favorite view in Colorado is the Flatirons. You can see them from many locations and enjoy their strange, beautiful shapes or you can get up close and personal by hiking or climbing on them. More

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Atlanta
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31 reviews 31 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012

Amazing hikes! It is a must do if you stay in Boulder. Do the Royal Arch hike, it is amazing! Well worth the huffing and puffing. More

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Denver, Colorado
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

Great place for a short hike or to spend the day! Good people watching too. More

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Ann Arbor, Michigan
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148 reviews 148 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
36 helpful votes 36 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2012

If you are visiting Boulder for the first time, you just have to head for Chautauqua on the west part of Baseline Road so you can get a view of these marvelous geological formations. They are best seen in early morning light, but impressive any time of the day. A closer look can be had from Mesa Trail or any... More

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Lafayette, Colorado
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

i had a great time, I have no complaints except for annoying people. More

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Firestone, Colorado
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 21, 2012

Best of during Spring/Summer but when covered in snow it is like a mystical ice palace. go and enjoy the great outdoors. More

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Grand Junction, Colorado
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48 reviews 48 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012

The Flatirons are the postcard symbol of Boulder, CO. One of the most beautiful sites in Colorado. Great hiking trails nearby and areas to picnic. More

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