Nederland, Colorado is a picturesque mountain town nestled 17 miles west of Boulder. Nederland started as a trading post between Ute Indians and European Settlers during the 1850s, Today it is better known as a gateway to outdoor recreation in the nearby Indian Peaks Wilderness, Rocky Mountain National Park, Roosevelt National Forest, and the recently established James Peak Wilderness, a Town of roughly 1500 people, but our surrounding population boosts it up to about 5000 “locals.”
Nederland hosts several major events every year, including the diverse NedFest, Nederland Music & Arts Festival, the historical Miners Day celebration, and Frozen Dead Guy Days all next to Barker Meadow Reservoir. NedFest is Nederland's annual three-day outdoor music, microbrew and camping event. It is located on the shores of Barker Meadow Reservoir in Nederland, Colorado, just 17 miles west of Boulder, Colorado.
Nederland residents enjoy many parks and recreation areas within and near Town. Some of the parks are large, and some are small, but all are unique. While you’re in Town, be sure to take a walk through the downtown. Time moves slowly in Nederland, so take the chance in slow down, poke around in the shops, and enjoy a wholesome meal or two in the restaurants and pubs.
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