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Chautauqua Park — Boulder, Colorado

Photo: Hustvedt, CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons. The historic Chautauqua Auditorium (1898) at the heart of Chautauqua Park, Boulder.

Chautauqua Park in Boulder: best for ages 0-2, 3-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17; Check official site.

Address900 Baseline Rd, Boulder, CO 80302

HoursTrailhead open daily 5am–11pm

PricesCheck official site

Price notesNo park entry fee is stated on the official page; a fee applies to park at Chautauqua in the summer months (free summer shuttle available).

Age notesLawns beneath the Flatirons and trails ranging from short strolls to real hikes

Suggested timeAbout 2 hours

ParkingVery limited parking near Grant & Baseline; carpool, walk or bike encouraged; a parking fee applies in summer, with a free Park-to-Park shuttle (official site)

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Venue details last verified October 31, 2026 against official sources. Hours and prices change — check the official site before you go. FamilyDay AI is a free planning tool for parents; we list only facts we have verified, and we never invent ratings or reviews.