🌄 Start Your Week on the Summit Side

Hey Boulder! 🌞

Happy Monday, Boulder! Today we’re heading up one of the city’s most iconic hikes—Mt. Sanitas. Whether you’re looking for a heart-pounding climb, a mellow valley stroll, or a loop that’s somewhere in between, this local favorite delivers killer views of the Flatirons, the Front Range, and the city below. Grab your water bottle, slap on the sunscreen, and let’s start the week with a little leg day in nature.

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Let’s dig in!

— The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉

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🥾 Mt. Sanitas: Boulder’s Stairmaster With a Skyline

If you’ve ever driven through Boulder and spotted hikers marching up a steep, sun-soaked ridge just west of downtown, you’ve probably seen Mt. Sanitas in action. It’s a local rite of passage—part workout, part sightseeing tour, part dog parade. The name “Sanitas” comes from the Latin for “health,” which is fitting since this 3.1-mile loop will definitely get your heart pumping (or, if you choose the easier valley route, your mind at ease).

Your Three Ways Up (or Around):

• The Classic Mt. Sanitas Loop (3.1 miles, Medium+): Steep stairs, rocky climbs, and the kind of views that make you forget how much your legs are burning.

• Sanitas Valley Out-and-Back (2 miles, Easy): Gentle incline, creekside shade at the start, and plenty of room for strollers, joggers, and off-leash pups.

• Dakota Ridge Loop (2 miles, Easy–Medium): A rolling hogback route with great perspectives of both the valley and downtown Boulder.

Pro Tips:

• Arrive early—parking fills up faster than your water bottle will empty.

• Bring sunscreen—shade is in short supply.

• Expect company—this is one of Boulder’s most popular hikes, so “solitude” isn’t on the menu.

After your hike, treat yourself to a well-earned coffee at Ozo Coffee—because nothing says “I conquered Sanitas” like sipping a latte while looking back up at the peak you just crushed.

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