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Triforceoffarts t1_isgr7du wrote

Pretty sure I killed a Sawtooth there in Horizon Zero Dawn.

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tweakybiff OP t1_isgog5n wrote

Just to explain a little bit more about this....

You can see this view on a hike that is easily accessible from downtown Boulder. You start at the base in Chautauqua Park:

https://bouldercolorado.gov/locations/chautauqua-park

Follow the signs for 1st and 2nd Flatirons. The hike does involve about a 1,400 ft ascent, but I think can be done by anyone in decent shape, and if you can handle some uneven terrain/rocks. You get to the tippy top of them!

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jam3s2001 t1_ishlrqa wrote

I left Colorado about a year ago. Is the hike still so crowded that it kinda feels artificial?

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Science_On_Drugs t1_ishqov6 wrote

If you want peaceful nature, Chautauqua was never the answer. Beautiful but so crowded all the time.

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Svenskensmat t1_isiw6wl wrote

Hiked the flatirons a few times when I lived in Boulder and I never experienced it to be very crowded.

It’s obviously more crowded than most other trails in the area, but for being right next to Boulder it was definitely less crowded than I would have imagined.

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Zacajoowea t1_isii4tf wrote

It’s like there’s a Black Friday sale at the top some days.

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tweakybiff OP t1_isjiebx wrote

It was a Saturday, so there were some people there, but it didn't take away from the experience for me. There were a bunch of rock climbers too. I saw 2 people standing on the tippy top of one!

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AshyWhiteGuy t1_ishzhbt wrote

Whenever I think about mountains or canyons forming my mind always pictures the Flatirons. Never even been there but it’s on the list.

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tweakybiff OP t1_isji2ey wrote

I hope you come see them! You can see them from everywhere in Bolder. You go to Safeway, there they are. You go to Best Buy, there they are.

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okletmethink420 t1_ishkyjt wrote

Gotta be a great walk.

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tweakybiff OP t1_isjihk2 wrote

It is awesome! It is really a hike though. It starts off as a walk, but there is some rough terrain for sure.

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menntu t1_ish2h7c wrote

Impressive vantage point.

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tweakybiff OP t1_isjijq5 wrote

Takes about an hour and a half to get to it. It was the best hike I have done in Boulder so far.

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toochocolaty t1_isi6k7a wrote

Haven't been there in 7 years and I miss it

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JamesEdward34 t1_isj4z4a wrote

Is it true the air is very in CO? I hear that can cause peoplemto have nosebleeds and itchy skin

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tweakybiff OP t1_isjhptl wrote

The air is very dry, but also pretty clean. Be sure to stay hydrated if you come here, and some people are also susceptible to the altitude, and can get headaches.

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unkilbeeg t1_iskfd0q wrote

Also, if you are a flatlander, it's a lot thinner than you're use to. When I was going to CU, I used to get dizzy if I stood up suddenly.

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JamesEdward34 t1_isjnynh wrote

Sounds like great state to live if you can make it in those harsh conditions. Im looking to move out of CA…been looking at washington

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DorianGrayIsOld t1_isjeys6 wrote

Gorgeous! I just moved from Colorado back to Minnesota where I have lived most of my life. I loved about 20 minutes from there in Broomfield. I miss it there but, an also glad to be back home in Minnesota. Both states have their own unique beauty and both have a lot of awesome outdoor stuff to do.

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tweakybiff OP t1_isjhkat wrote

Thanks! It sounds like you have a couple of great places to live!

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motofister t1_isjoyup wrote

Was there yesterday! Beautiful hike

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tweakybiff OP t1_isjw68d wrote

Yes, it really is! I am glad you get to enjoy it.

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beco987 t1_isl2i12 wrote

Bear peak hike is even more thrilling. Highly recommend.

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Lanpoop t1_isgqgmz wrote

CSU = better lol. I love it here though. Colorado is so beautiful

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