Steamboat Springs calls itself Bike Town USA, and it’s safe to say that cycling is in this town’s blood. Residents commute to work, run errands on two wheels, and take their bike-centric recreation very seriously. Not surprising, then, that the League of American Cyclists named it a Gold-Level
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10 Ways to Explore Bike Town USA
August 6, 2019 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Steamboat Springs, nicknamed Ski Town USA, is renowned for its Champagne Powder and Olympians. But after the snow melts and the skis are stashed away, Steamboat becomes Bike Town USA with its hundreds of miles of mountain bike trails, road tours, gravel backroads, fast downhills, and convenient
How to Get a Bit "Wild" In Steamboat
August 2, 2019 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
We all treasure our favorite trails, value our unique community and want to make sure it’s beautiful for years to come. With each upcoming generation, the trend is learning to give back and realize if future generations don’t protect their favorite places, they aren’t of value to anyone. Welcome to
7 Reasons Steamboat is a Great Spring Trip
March 18, 2019 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Experience Spring in the Rocky Mountains
The days are getting longer and warmer which means spring is on the horizon. It’s that time of year when, as much as we love the snow, we’re looking forward to enjoying a new season of activities. With so many options for spring and early summer trips to
How to Spend 3 Days in Steamboat Springs (According to a Local)
October 4, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Although he’s lived in Steamboat Springs for more than 20 years, the beauty of the place continues to stop David Wittlinger in his tracks. On a recent drive back home over Rabbit Ears Pass, he pulled over to marvel at the sea of the changing aspens’ lime greens, yellows, and golds. He and his
The 6 Best Trail-to-Tavern Experiences in Steamboat
September 13, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Everybody knows that cold suds taste better after you sweat, and a little breathtaking scenery along the way never hurts, either. In Steamboat, you can indulge in this winning combination every time you hit the dirt or pavement. Whether you’re hiking, walking, running, or cycling, countless local
Old West, Great Outdoors: Why Steamboat Is an Essential Town to Visit in Colorado
August 31, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Possibly the most “Colorado” photo of all time is the famed depiction of a pair of Stetson- and spur-wearing cowhands on horseback riding through two feet of snow in Steamboat Springs and carrying wooden skis across their laps. This also happens to be the quintessential image of Steamboat, which
Many people know Steamboat Springs as a charming Colorado mountain town dating back to the Old West, but it’s recently become a hotspot for another variety of saddle riders. While Steamboat’s first settlers traveled by horseback, town leaders and citizens have emphasized the joys of two-wheel
5 Ways to Enjoy Colorado Mountain Resorts in the Summertime
July 19, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Maybe you’ve been skiing or snowboarding in Colorado. You’ve enjoyed powder days and sunny bluebird days on the slopes. But have you ever experienced a Colorado mountain resort in the summer? The temperatures are warmer and the days are longer, and with so much to see and do for the entire family,
A Guide to the Yampa River: A Lifeblood of Recreation in Steamboat Springs
May 25, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Many cities and towns are defined by the rivers that run through them, and Steamboat Springs, Colorado, has one of the country’s more unique waterways as a major attraction. The Yampa is the only unobstructed river in Colorado, flowing freely without major diversions or dams. Measuring 260 miles
