Boulder Neighborhoods | Newlands

Wonderland Hills might just be one of Boulder’s best kept secrets. Perched at the base of the Foothills, with Wonderland Lake as its crowning jewel, the neighborhood consists of big homes with big views—along with practical patio and townhomes—arranged around cul-de-sacs and circular streets that make it one of the quietest areas in north-central Boulder.

Wonderland Hills traces its history to the early ‘70s when it was developed as a new “luxury” suburb of Boulder. Its convenience to the vibrant downtown scene and proximity to the foothills made it in demand as a type of urban mountain living. As one of Boulder’s only master plan developments, there’s a consistency to the houses you’ll find here—mid-70s to mid-80s architecture with a decidedly Californian vibe.

Of course, Wonderland Lake is a big reason to call the Hills home. The glass-surfaced picturesque lake itself offers fishing off its charming dock, and the 1.5-mile loop trail provides sweeping views of the nearby foothills. You can even hike into them via the Wonderland Hills trail, and catch paragliders and hang gliders launch from the slopes for their flights over the city.

If you don’t want to take the quick trip to Pearl Street or down Broadway on the convenient public transit, Lucky’s Plaza offers everything you need, right across the street. Restaurants, a coffeehouse, bakery and Lucky’s—a popular local organic grocer—all await.