Folsom Field and the Flatirons: A Boulder View Like No Other
Today’s epic picture of the day captures one of the most breathtaking perspectives in Boulder — the University of Colorado’s Folsom Field, framed by the red-roofed campus buildings, the striking backdrop of the Flatirons, and the rolling contours of Green Mountain. In one image, you see the beating heart of the CU Boulder community and the natural splendor that makes this city unlike anywhere else in the country.
The view from above reveals more than just a football stadium. Folsom Field, home to the Colorado Buffaloes, has been a centerpiece of Boulder life since it first opened in 1924. With its 50,000-seat capacity, it’s hosted generations of fans, countless unforgettable games, and even legendary concerts. But what truly makes Folsom unique is its setting — a stadium where every seat is a front-row ticket to some of the best mountain scenery in America…