Things to Do!
While staying in Nederland, you can venture out and enjoy a wide variety of activities, ranging from driving Trail Ridge Road in the Rocky Mountain National Park (the mainland’s highest paved road!), to skiing at Eldora Mountain Resort, to trying your luck at the gaming tables in Central City or Blackhawk, to enjoying some of the nation’s finest restaurants in Boulder. Nederland’s central location as the hub of the Peak to Peak Community makes it the perfect jumping off point for your Rocky Mountain adventures.
ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS!
Parks
Local Sports
- Nederland Nathan Lazarus Skateboard Park (skateboarding, rollerblading, no bikes)
- Nederland Youth Hockey
- Geurcio Memorial Ball Field (baseball, softball)
- Peak to Peak Youth Soccer
Skiing
- USFS Boulder District skiing and snowshoeing
- Eldora Mountain Ski Resort (alpine skiing, nordic skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, mountain biking)
- Brainard Lake Recreation Area (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
- Caribou Ranch Open Space (snowshoeing, nordic skiing, hiking, horses)
- Mud Lake Open Space (snowshoeing, nordic skiing, hiking, horses, mountain biking)
Camping
- USFS Boulder District camping
- Indian Peaks Wilderness
- Brainard Lake Recreation Area (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
Hiking
- Nederland Trails System
- USFS Boulder District hiking trails
- Indian Peaks Wilderness
- Caribou Ranch Open Space (snowshoeing, nordic skiing, hiking, horses)
- Mud Lake Open Space (snowshoeing, nordic skiing, hiking, horses, mountain biking)
Backpacking
- Indian Peaks Wilderness
- Brainard Lake Recreation Area (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
Fishing
- Indian Peaks Wilderness
- Brainard Lake Recreation Area (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
- Golden Gate Canyon State Park (nordic skiing, snowshoeing, hiking, fishing, camping)
Biking
- USFS Boulder District mountain biking
- Eldora Ski Area (alpine and nordic skiing, snowshoeing, mountain biking)
Rock Climbing
TO JUST CHILL….
Local Nature Center with exhibits, hiking trails, nature programs, workshops, and an eco-gift shop.
The Carousel of Happiness, our own special carousel for kids of all ages.
Community Library
Community Movie Theater
Scenic Drives
EXPLORE NEARBY TOWNS AND CITIES…
- City of Boulder
- Town of Estes Park
- City of Blackhawk
- City of Central City
- City of Denver
- Town of Lyons
The Colorado Directory of cabins, lodges, campgrounds, bed & breakfasts and fun things to do such as fishing, rafting, hunting & skiing. Also a detailed regional Colorado map section.