Water fun · swimming

Boulder Reservoir

Large reservoir with a sandy beach, swimming area, boat rentals, and picnic spots.

4.1 (503 Google reviews)$$Ages 1+OutdoorSummer season
  • swimming
  • beach
  • water sports
  • picnic

5565 N 51st St 5275 Reservoir Rd, 5100 51st St, Boulder, CO 80301, USA

What locals say

Insider tip 📍 Boulder Reservoir

Rent the Pro Hill picnic spot for a cost-effective, BYOB outdoor gathering with space for tents and volleyball.

“We rented the Pro Hill picnic spot at the Boulder Res and it was great.”

Overheard on r/boulder · 3 upvotes

Insider tip 📍 Boulder Reservoir

You can bring your own paddleboard, but you must purchase a permit. Permits are limited and first-come, first-served.

Overheard on r/boulder · 3 upvotes

📍 Boulder

Living in Boulder proper allows kids to walk or bike to school independently, fostering development.

“Boulder more-consistently provides opportunities for kids to move around independently”

Overheard on r/boulder · 5 upvotes

📍 Boulder Reservoir

Has a swim beach and paddle board rentals for families.

Overheard on r/boulder · 1 upvotes

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