Summer in the Yampa Valley is truly incredible, but Steamboat residents live for the WINTER! While the rest of the country kicks into hibernation mode for the winter, Steamboat is coming to life. Skis, snowboards, snowshoes, and sleds emerge from storage. Thick winter hats, scarves, and gloves
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Category - Winter Activities
7 Reasons to Visit Howelsen Hill
January 6, 2020 by Chamber Guest Blogger
Howelsen Hill Ski Area: Did you know that Steamboat Springs is home to the oldest operating ski area in North America? Our historic Howelsen Hill offers locals and visitors fantastic skiing opportunities right in the heart of downtown Steamboat. From downtown, you can see the large wooden ski jumps
17 Things To Do in Downtown Steamboat
December 23, 2019 by Chamber Guest Blogger
Plans are coming together for the family trip to Steamboat and everyone is excited! The kiddos are watching ski videos online while your husband runs his finger down the runs on the Steamboat Resort map. “We could take the Gondola to Rudi’s Run, pop through the trees, and take Vagabond to
Celebrate the Holidays in Steamboat Springs
December 11, 2019 by Chamber Guest Blogger
Congratulations! Your family has decided to spend the holidays in Steamboat Springs. You booked stunning accommodations and purchased lift tickets. Now you’re wondering what else you can add to the agenda to truly enjoy the holidays in Steamboat like a local. Here are a few activities and landmarks
7 Essentials for Your Next Backcountry Trip
February 25, 2019 by Chamber Guest Blogger
by Kaitlyn Kinshella
In Colorado, when ski towns start to get busier in the winter months, many avid skiers will head to the backcountry in order to fill their powder needs. Anyone who has experienced a quiet tour around Buffalo Pass or Rabbit Ears Pass knows that there is nothing better than skiing
9 Best Snowshoe Trails Near Steamboat Springs
February 12, 2019 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
With a pair of snowshoes strapped to your feet, you’ve got a whole new world to explore - and it’s as easy as walking. When it comes to selecting the ultimate routes for wandering the Narnia-like wonderland in and around Steamboat Springs, Colorado, these trails are the area’s cream of the crop.
15 of the Best Ski Runs at Steamboat Resort
November 5, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Due to its unique location as Colorado’s northernmost ski and snowboard resort, Steamboat often gets snow that no other place does, averaging nearly 30 feet a season. The Boat’s sprawling terrain stretches across almost 3,000 acres and features 165 trails—more than you could ski in an entire week.
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
Colorado Hot Springs Are a Major Draw for Tourists and Locals Alike
November 1, 2017 by Katie Carroll
There’s one other thing besides snow that brings together tourists and Colorado locals: hot springs. After a day filled with wild activities in Colorado’s gorgeous outdoors, there is nothing like a soak in the hot springs to take away the sting of a fall mountain bike ride or burning through
Best Time of Year to Visit Colorado
August 24, 2017 by Katie Carroll
Colorado is a beautiful state in any season! However, as personal preferences occur, I am happy as a Coloradan to give you the pros and cons of the weather so you can plan for the best season to make your trip (unless you want to move here like me!)
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