East Boulder Community Center

I used the indoor facilities at this rec center in the past but currently I am using the multi-​use paths around the center and community park to bike. Some of my other favorite rides in Boulder have been affected by the heavy rainfall this spring which led to underpass closures and muddy conditions so I headed out to more open, drier territory, though there was a small flooded section out here too.
The paths are mostly paved but there is a nice section of gravel and chip stone alongside the extensive playing fields. There are currently summer soccer camps, Ultimate Frisbee classes and tennis lessons going on. Lots of participants and all seemed to be having a good time. There is ample paved parking adjacent to these fields.
There is a nice little lake here and the path around it joins with the path around the fields and this section is part of the Boulder 360 bike trail which encircles the city. The designation is painted on the pavement to follow. There are some Canada geese around the lake, currently with goslings in tow, so be watchful of them and their droppings.
The view to the west is classic Boulder.

I’ve been here a few times to take advantage of the dog park. The off-​leash area for dogs is fantastic and spacious. There are three separate areas for dogs to roam around — the side of one area is adjacent to the pond, so the dogs can cool off and play in the water. My dog isn’t much of a swimmer, but I was happy to see him brave the edge and get his feet wet! Whosagoodboy?!?
There is plenty of parking and the playgrounds, tennis courts and recreation fields seem to be fairly wide open when I’m here. It probably doesn’t get as much traffic compared to other parks in Boulder, so if your motivation is to be social and meet dog owners/​park-​goers, you might want to check other parks. The trails at the edge of the community center are great and have beautiful views of the mountains!

I used to really enjoy the pool, but with the locker room redo they have reduced the number of large family/​handicapped changing rooms to two and i have had to wait 40 minutes to use one. It can take a long time for a family to pee, shower and get dressed. We now go elsewhere.

A lovely setting in the far south-​east reaches of Boulder, this community center has a lot going for it. We haven’t had a chance to use the outdoor space yet, but the pool is fantastic. My kids love the lazy river and the bubble bench and the mountain views from the pool windows are quite dreamy. The giant water slide goes really fast towards the end — definitely packs some excitement in to the experience. I have also used the exercise facilities here and while there are not a ton of machines, there were enough to keep everyone busy but not overloaded. I have to take away one star because the family changing rooms here are not that great. The space is really small and if possible, it’s much better just to use the regular changing rooms for you and your kids as there is much more space to get to lockers and more than one toilet. North Boulder Rec Center has much better family changing rooms… but no lazy river!

I take children ages 20 months & 4 years old to this park. It is perfect for all ages. The views of the mountains & flat irons are incredible. Lots of parking. Secluded area. Not crowded. I haven’t been inside the rec center, just the senior center to use the washroom. The dog park and reservoir next to the park look like a nice place to hang out.

Awesome huge multi use space. The frisbee golf course is fantastic. Don’t think there is a reason I could talk bad about this place, other than it reminds me I can also just go into the woods without boundaries, as well.
But it is late, I have been drinking a cocktail or two… and I wonder if I should still be reviewing? When do they cut you off?

This is really a cautionary tale in reference to the dog park at East Boulder Community Center.
It is very nice! Great views… water for the dogs to swim in… conveniently located…
However, I was led to believe that the park was fully enclosed. I had a greyhound at that time — greyhounds generally need to be on a leash if not in an enclosed area. They have very high prey drive and can travel up to 45mph, so if something catches their eye, they can be in the next county before you can say, «Come!» The fence that goes through the lake is not safe enclosure, it is not even a fence really. It is more like a bunch of low buoys or something. I can’t remember precisely because all I can remember is my heart sinking as my dog headed straight to the water and popped right over it. The guy next to me turned and said «Sometimes they do that.»
My husband took off running through the bushes, jumped the fence, and grabbed our dog who was meandering through the shallows on the other side of the fence.
So if you have a greyhound, or an escape artist of another breed, beware.

This is a nice full service facility. I use the pool 95% of the time so can mostly comment on that.
There is 8 lane 25 yard pool, a hut tub and a separate leisure pool with a fun slide! The lap pool is usually kept at around 78 °F — which is nice and comfortable for swimming laps.
I usually swim with the Masters swim group (
) MWF at 5:45AM. They have a coached work out, lots of lane mates to keep you motivated and plenty of other work out times if you aren’t into pre-​dawn swimming. Come and check it out.

This Rec Center (when did they become «Community Centers»?) just might be the best of the three in Boulder. Inside they have a huge pool area (lap pool, kiddie play area, slide, hot tub), several basketball courts, multiple dance studios, a nice airy gym, and a rock wall. Outside they have tennis, handball, volleyball and basketball courts, and a dog park with water access. The only thing I don’t think they have is a jungle gym outside.
There’s also a nice seniors activity center on the west side of the building where old folks can hang out, play games and do crafts. You can rent the rooms over here for parties and events as well.

You’re not likely to stumble upon the East Boulder Community Center by accident, but no matter how you find it, it’s a great place to spend an afternoon in Boulder. It’s also a good place to get your exercise in if you’re not into the mountains.
While I am into the mountains, I’m also into biking or jogging the few miles from my house to here, a community center tucked away in a sleepy neighborhood that hardly feels like Boulder. They’ve got an AMAZING dog park here, tons of tennis courts, hand ball courts and wide open fields to kick, toss or throw the projectile of your choice.
It’s also a nice place to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon and just hold hands, stare at the geese (or ducks, I’m never sure which) and sit on a bench watching the sunset behind the mountains.

The huge slide in the pool is tempting, but I have only come here for meetings in the back room. The room has large windows on one side of the room which streams in natural lighting and outstanding views of the Flatiron Mountains, which is a great way to impress clients and guests.
The Boulder Rec Center is an ideal place to have a meeting or presentation because the facility is easy to fine, parking is free and plenty, and the cost of rental is cheaper then a room-​with-​a-​view closer into town. There is the downfall of there not being any walkable restaurants or cafes… Say, if you were putting on an all-​day seminar, but get the meeting catered or charge an extra $ 5.00 a person and order subs, and this will keep the guests onsite and comfortable.
The building is a green gem in boulder, and is LEED Certified under the US Green Building Council… Meaning, the building used environmentally conscious building techniques for the design and construction of the building… making the building more energy efficient and better for the environment in the long run.
* Star one for bringing the community together
** Buff star two is for a workout center and mammoth looking fun slide
*** Me so cheap star four is for an affordable meeting room
**** Me even cheaper star four is for easy to find and cheap parking