Hiking/Biking on Emerald Mountain
Emerald Mountain 4 hrs
Explore miles of scenic trails with panoramic views of Steamboat.
Where to stay
Hotels in Steamboat Springs
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At a glance
Climate
Continental
Languages
English
Local currency
USD
(USD)
Local time
(GMT-6)
Ideal trip length
3–7 days
Cost level
4 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
Steamboat Ski Resort Base Area
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
15-20% customary
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
90 · Outstanding
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Elk Burger
Colorado Green Chili
Craft Beer
Fresh Trout
When to visit Steamboat Springs
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: February
Busiest: Dec-Mar, Jul-Aug
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Jan90
Cold, snowy, ski peak
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Feb95
Cold, snowy, ski peak
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Mar85
Cool, snowy, spring skiing
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Apr40
Mild, melting, mud season
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May50
Mild, greening, trails open
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Jun75
Warm, sunny, summer activities
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Jul90
Warm, sunny, peak summer
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Aug85
Warm, sunny, late summer
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Sept70
Cool, fall colors, pleasant
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Oct55
Cool, crisp, pre-winter
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Nov45
Cold, first snows, quiet
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Dec80
Cold, snowy, ski season begins
Things to do in Steamboat Springs
7 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
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Best in the morning
2 places
Fish Creek Falls
East of Town 2 hrs
Hike to a stunning 283-foot waterfall, accessible year-round.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Tubing the Yampa River
Downtown Steamboat 2 hrs
Float leisurely down the Yampa River through the heart of town.
Art Galleries and Boutiques Downtown
Downtown Steamboat 2 hrs
Browse unique local art and charming shops along Lincoln Avenue.
Best in the evening
2 places
Strawberry Park Hot Springs
Outside Town 3 hrs
Relax in natural mineral hot springs surrounded by pristine wilderness.
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
Downtown Steamboat 3 hrs
Witness thrilling bull riding, barrel racing, and traditional rodeo events.
Any time of day
1 place
Skiing/Snowboarding at Steamboat Resort
Steamboat Ski Resort 6 hrs
Carve fresh powder on Champagne Powder® snow at the famous ski resort.
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Tours and activities in Steamboat Springs
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Activity tour
Steamboat Springs Shuffle Scavenger Hunt
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Standard tour
Steamboat Springs Local Ebike Tour
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Activity tour
Creative Soul Scavenger Hunt of Steamboat Springs
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Unstructured tour
Steamboat to Denver Centennial Airport - Departure Transfer
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Unstructured tour
Denver Centennial Airport to Steamboat - Round-Trip Transfer
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Unstructured tour
Steamboat Springs to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Transfer
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Unstructured tour
Steamboat to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer
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Unstructured tour
Steamboat to Rocky Mountain Metropolitan BJC Departure Transfer
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Practical ratings
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Near Steamboat Springs
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