Steamboat Springs Visitors' Guide


Visit Like a Local – Bill the Bus Driver
Bill Blackwell has been driving the free city bus in Steamboat Springs for 11 years. Because sooner or later, everyone rides the bus, he has his finger on the pulse of the community. Read More »

Outdoor Thrills for the Non-Olympian
You don’t have to be a backcountry badass or a three-time Olympian to explore the outdoor spaces of Routt County in winter. In fact, you barely even have to break a sweat. Read More »

Looking to the Future, Grounded in the Past
Something’s different… it might be hard to put a finger on it, but the Steamboat Ski Area has the beginnings of a new look this winter, under its new parent company, Alterra. Read More »

Steamboat is for Music Lovers
Where else can you find a small town where people travel from large cities to witness live music? Steamboat’s music scene is like no other. Read More »

Visit Like a Local – Adam Grimes
Adam Grimes shares his local hunting knowledge Read More »

Arts, Culture and Music - 06/18/2018 09:12
Your source for arts, culture and music events throughout the summer. Read More »

Local Knowledge: Eric Logan - 06/18/2018 09:46
Pro Rodeo tips from a champion rider. Read More » ouches on her favorite things about Steamboat Springs

Hang at Howelsen Hill - 01/10/2018 15:12
The focal point of downtown Steamboat Springs is Howelsen Hill, a local playground for winter entertainment. Read More »

Ten Ways to Be Romantic in the 'Boat
Ten romantic activities to try out in Steamboat Springs with your significant other Read More »

Local Knowledge: Andrew Crockett
Andrew Crockett has been riding a snowmobile since he was six years old. The 23-year-old is a guide with Steamboat Snowmobile Tours. He lives in Steamboat Springs with his wife, Jenna. Read More »


Summer Weekend Away
Summer in Steamboat Springs is one long festival. Peruse the weekly farmers market on Saturday morning, then be entertained all weekend long at any of the signature events. Read More »

Hot Springs
Revive tired muscles with a soak at Strawberry Park Hot Springs or Old Town Hot Springs. Read More »

Ten Ways to Spend a Day Off the Snow
Feel like a little time off the snow? Wile away a morning, afternoon or a full day with 10 classic Steamboat Springs activities. Read More »


Historic Walking Tour
A stroll through downtown reveals buildings dating back to the late 1800s and nine of the area's more than 150 mineral springs. Read More »

Local Knowledge: Mary Beth Galer
Mary Beth Galer came from Wisconsin to Steamboat Springs in 1982. When not giving advice at the Forest Service Visitor Center, she spends her time painting, biking, camping and hiking. Read More »

Hit the Trail
From gentle rides to steep rocky scrambles, Steamboat Springs has a trail for everyone. Options abound in town and into the wilderness; it’s just a matter of how hard you want to push it. Read More »


Party on the Mountain - 02/23/2017 17:49
It's a party all day and into the night at the Steamboat Ski Area. Read More »

Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Galleries, live music and performing arts events you won't want to miss this summer. Read More »

Local Knowledge: Wayne Amsbary
Wayne Amsbary has the coolest commute in town. A bartender and server for Steamboat Springs Resort Corp., he rides the gondola to work at Western BBQ and Sunset Happy Hour on the mountain. Read More »


Local Knowledge: Kyleigh Lawler
Kyleigh Lawler has lived in Steamboat Springs for 11 years. She juggles working at the Steamboat Springs Chamber of Commerce Visitor Center, Colorado Mountain College and Routt County You... Read More »

Indoor Fun
From museums and theaters to bowling and bumper cars, indoor activities abound in Steamboat Springs. Read More »

Local Knowledge: Elisa Maines
East Coasters Elisa Maines and her husband, Adam, moved to Steamboat Springs in 2010. They spend as much time as possible having fun in the snow with their children, Ethan and McKenzie. Read More »

Local Knowledge: Gayle Lehman
Outdoor enthusiast Gayle Lehman moved to Steamboat Springs in 1979 for a winter, and never left. She has been a supervisor at the Yampa River Botanic Park since 1997. Read More »

Local Knowledge: Kelly Bastone
Freelance writer Kelly Bastone is a self-confessed snow snob. She and husband, Ben Russell, made Steamboat Springs home in 2002, and imparted their love of powder to their daughter Simone. Read More »

Local Knowledge: Jami Demorest
Raised in Columbus, Ohio, Jami Demorest moved to Steamboat Springs home in 200. He is a kids’ Alpine Instructor with the Steamboat Snowsports School. Read More »
2018 Winter Visitors' Guide