Boulder’s Hidden Trails: A Guided eBike Adventure
Trip Highlights
See the Boulder you won't read about in guidebooks
Experience Boulder's urban/nature interface to the fullest
Ride 15-20 miles of Boulder’s trails and bike paths with JD, a longtime local
Discover secret cut-throughs connecting neighborhoods with open space
Enjoy scenic views (and prairie dogs!) from the edge of town
Description
Already explored Boulder’s highlights (maybe on our Boulder Joyride)? Or perhaps you just want to skip the “tourist spots” and get straight to the joy of riding? Then Boulder’s Hidden Trails is your adventure.
This ride is less about sightseeing, more about flow: fewer stops, fewer crowds, more beauty, more ride time.
Your guide, longtime local and Chief Joyrider JD, has crafted a route that only a seasoned Boulderite would know — cruising on bike paths, trails, and tucked-away cut-throughs that weave between quiet neighborhoods and breathtaking open space, showing you the Boulder you won't read about in guidebooks.
It’s about surprise and delight, and discovering a Boulder that most visitors never see. Like most riders, when you're done with this route you'll find yourself saying: “If not for this, I never would have seen all of that.”
Tour info
5151 Arapahoe Ave (behind Updog Daycare) Boulder CO
The Way to JD's Joyrides
Why take this tour?
If Boulder landmarks like the CU campus, Dushanbe Teahouse, and Chautauqua Park are on your list (and they should be), our Boulder Joyride covers those must-see gems.
But Boulder’s Hidden Trails isn’t about landmarks. It’s an authentic, eBike-centric, local Boulder experience — the kind of ride you’ll be talking about long after it’s over.
- The world-famous Boulder Creek Path
- CU-Boulder’s East Research Campus
- NOAA/NIST labs
- Serene, eclectic neighborhoods
- Spectacular open space
- One of Boulder’s most jaw-dropping viewpoints
- Prairie dogs (warning: they’re ridiculously cute!)
Included
Pedal-Assisted Bike
Bike Helmet
Bottled Water
Lead Joyrider (guide)
Excluded
Gratuity
Restrooms (none at departure point, but we can stop along the way)
Frequently asked questions
Things to know
Rider requirements
- The minimum rider age is 10 years. (10-17 must be accompanied by parent or adult guardian (25+); we reserve the right to request age verification)
- Our minimum height requirement is 4'11”.
- Our maximum height allowance is 6'6".
- Our maximum weight capacity is 275 lbs.
Please review all of our policies on https://jdsjoyrides.com/#faq
- The minimum rider age is 10 years. (10-17 must be accompanied by parent or adult guardian (25+); we reserve the right to request age verification)
- Our minimum height requirement is 4'11”.
- Our maximum height allowance is 6'6".
- Our maximum weight capacity is 275 lbs.
Please review all of our policies on https://jdsjoyrides.com/#faq
What to Bring
Not necessarily required, but strongly recommended:
•camera
•sunglasses
•sunscreen
•bike helmet (we'll provide if you don't have one)
•water bottle (we'll provide if you don't have one)
•rain/cold weather gear (check the forecast before you come and keep in mind that you'll be travel
Not necessarily required, but strongly recommended:
•camera
•sunglasses
•sunscreen
•bike helmet (we'll provide if you don't have one)
•water bottle (we'll provide if you don't have one)
•rain/cold weather gear (check the forecast before you come and keep in mind that you'll be traveling at speeds of 15 mph or more and Colorado weather can change quickly. Wind chill is a real thing! We recommend dressing in layers.)
Cancellation Policy
Reservations are confirmed once payment is received.
- A full refund will be issued on cancellations received 48 hours or more before scheduled tour/rental start time.
- A refund less 25% will be issued on cancellations made 24-48 hours in advance of your scheduled reservation.
- No refunds will
Reservations are confirmed once payment is received.
- A full refund will be issued on cancellations received 48 hours or more before scheduled tour/rental start time.
- A refund less 25% will be issued on cancellations made 24-48 hours in advance of your scheduled reservation.
- No refunds will be issued on reservations canceled within 24 hours of the scheduled starting time.
- If you fail to show up for your reserved tour/rental and do not contact us ahead of time, no refund will be issued.
Weather Policy
Weather conditions can change rapidly in Boulder and safety is our highest priority. If the weather is inclement and not conducive to a safe and pleasant tour, JD's Joyrides will cancel the tour and riders can reschedule for another day or receive a full refund.
Weather cancellations are subject to the sole discretion of JD's Joyrides.
Weather conditions can change rapidly in Boulder and safety is our highest priority. If the weather is inclement and not conducive to a safe and pleasant tour, JD's Joyrides will cancel the tour and riders can reschedule for another day or receive a full refund.
Weather cancellations are subject to the sole discretion of JD's Joyrides.
ETC
- We do NOT have restrooms! We can stop along the way as needed.
- The bikes have racks to which we can attach your pack, jacket, etc. Your guide will also have some (but not unlimited) carrying capacity for extra bags/jackets/gear. If you're not sure, bring it!
- We do NOT have restrooms! We can stop along the way as needed.
- The bikes have racks to which we can attach your pack, jacket, etc. Your guide will also have some (but not unlimited) carrying capacity for extra bags/jackets/gear. If you're not sure, bring it!
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Why book with us?
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- Worry-free flexible cancellation policy
Human support: 303.443.4777
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