Boulder: eBike Tour Flatirons, Pearl Street & Chautauqua Park

Summary

Electric biking Boulder’s parks, creek paths & historic downtown

You’ll ride an electric bike through Boulder’s iconic spots—the Flatirons, Chautauqua Park, and lively Pearl Street Mall—all with a friendly local guide leading the way. Feel the breeze by Boulder Creek, see campus life up close, and let your eBike handle those hills so you can just enjoy every view.

What’s the experience like?

Hands gripping the handlebars a little too tight at first—yeah, that was me. Our guide, Jamie (she had this easy Colorado laugh), adjusted my helmet and said, “You’ll get it in two minutes.” She was right. The eBike felt weirdly smooth gliding out from Hotel Boulderado, past that old Otis elevator creaking inside. I caught a whiff of coffee drifting from somewhere on Spruce Street—maybe a café we’d pass later? Anyway, we zipped toward Pearl Street Mall where people were already out juggling or playing guitar. I tried not to stare but you can’t help it sometimes.

The best part was riding along Boulder Creek Path—cool air off the water and cottonwood fluff floating around like lazy snow. Jamie pointed out the Dushanbe Teahouse (“That’s a Tajik gift,” she said), and I made a mental note to come back for tea. At Folsom Field, some students were tossing a frisbee in that way only college kids can—like nothing else matters. We cruised through University of Colorado Boulder’s campus; I swear the red brick buildings almost glowed in the afternoon light.

Then came Chautauqua Park and those Flatirons just looming above us. The climb up should’ve been hard but honestly? The eBike did all the work—I barely broke a sweat. There was this moment at the top when everyone got quiet for half a second, just looking out over Boulder with sun on our faces and wind tugging at our jackets. Someone joked about moving here for good (not me… yet). On the way down, I realized my hands weren’t tense anymore—I was grinning like an idiot. That feeling stuck with me longer than I expected.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Boulder highlights by eBike

• Start at Hotel Boulderado
• Visit Pearl Street Mall
• Stop at Boulder Dushanbe Teahouse
• Ride along Boulder Creek Path
• Cruise through University of Colorado
• See Folsom Field stadium
• Explore Chautauqua Park
• View the Flatirons rock formations
• Visit popular park by Boulder Creek

Top questions

How long is the Boulder eBike tour?

The exact duration isn’t specified but covers major sites like Flatirons, Chautauqua Park, Pearl Street Mall, University of Colorado Boulder, and more.

Is there an age or height requirement for this eBike tour?

Riders must be at least 14 years old and 5'2" tall to participate safely on their own bikes.

Are helmets provided on this guided bike tour?

Yes, helmets are included for all participants.

Does the tour include stops at Pearl Street Mall?

Yes, you’ll pass through or stop at Pearl Street Mall during the route.

What is included in the Boulder eBike tour price?

The tour includes use of an electric bike, helmet, bottled water, and warm gloves for spring/fall tours.

Is lunch included on this day trip?

No lunch is included; only bottled water is provided during the ride.

Are pets allowed on this bike tour?

No pets are allowed on any of these tours.

Can seniors join this guided eBike experience?

Seniors are welcome if they show confident balance on the bike; there’s no maximum age limit.

What’s included

Your day includes use of an electric fat-tire bike (with cargo options if you call ahead), safety helmet for every rider, bottled water to keep you hydrated along Boulder Creek Path or up by Chautauqua Park, plus warm gloves if you’re touring in spring or fall—all with a local guide leading each stop from downtown to those famous Flatirons views.