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
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The Fall Boat List: What to Do in Steamboat Springs This Season
September 11, 2022 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
This is your bucket list, Steamboat style. The Boat List features every can’t-miss fall activity. Are you ready to check them off?
Did you know that the Sandhill Crane is one of the world’s oldest living bird species? In late summer and early fall, hundreds of cranes
12 Fire Safety Tips: Colorado Wildfire Season
July 7, 2022 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
There’s no denying, the summers in Colorado are breathtakingly beautiful. The dry climate and warm temperatures provide a perfect atmosphere for exploring our beautiful state, but they can also create an environment that is susceptible to fire danger. As we navigate through wildfire season in the
Some of the best hiking trails exist in Colorado - from the Cherry Creek bike trail and the Maroon Bells to off the beaten path roads like Forest Road 201, fall in love with the Centennial State before snow ever covers the Rockies. Besides the actual physical exercise, there is a world of wonder out
The 6 Best Hikes in Steamboat Springs
July 26, 2019 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
Hiking in Colorado is one of the state’s biggest summer draws. With the beauty of the Rocky Mountains beckoning, visitors of all abilities are drawn to the incredible views. And whether you want to take a quick stroll to the base of a waterfall, scramble on all fours across a rocky, high-elevation
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
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
14 Adventures in 14 Days: A Trip to Steamboat in July
July 26, 2018 by Emma Walker
As an Ohioan who hails from the city of Columbus, a trip to visit my aunt in Steamboat Springs was a welcome vacation. There is more to do in this small mountain town than I could have ever imagined. The people are welcoming, the food and brews are outstanding, and this town boasts adventures for
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,
Your Guide to the Flat Tops Wilderness: Colorado's Third Largest Wilderness Area
July 4, 2018 by Steamboat Chamber Staff
In case you thought “flat top” was just a military style haircut, think bigger and higher—like 235,214 acres bigger and 10,000 feet higher. The Flat Tops Wilderness Area is among Colorado’s top three largest wilderness reserves—a landscape rich with every imaginable type of Rocky Mountain terrain,
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