Steamboat Springs Winter Activities

There are several things you can count on when you vacation in Steamboat Springs: rich western heritage, small town hospitality, and snow... lots of it!

	When the snow falls, Steamboat Springs becomes a winter wonderland with pristine glistening white meadows, and miles of trails to explore on skis, snowboards, snowshoes, snowmobiles, or cross-country skis. Our concierge and guest reception team have tried every Steamboat activity and will enthusiastically send you on your adventures armed with insider tips!
	Skiing and Snowboarding Steamboat Ski Resort: Skiers and snowboarders hit the trails at Steamboat Ski Area, famous for its glades, cruisers, steeps, and “worlds best” tree skiing. Steamboat’s pipe and terrain parks are also legendary, and have earned the ski area top rankings from top snowboarding publications. Howelsen Hill: Small but mighty, Howelsen Hill located in downtown Steamboat Springs, offers five ski jumps, a world-class Nordic touring center, an enclosed ice arena, a terrain park, miles of snowshoeing & cross-country trails, and is home to the Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club, which has turned out numerous Olympians and national champions.
	Snowmobiling Steamboat Springs is a snowmobiler’s paradise, with nearly 150 miles of trails nearby in the surrounding Routt National Forest. The 50 mile Continental Divide trail is one of the country’s most legendary rides. Several local outfitters and rental companies supply adventurers with everything they need to hit Steamboat’s trails.
	Sleigh Rides On any evening, take a sleigh ride under the stars to a fireside dinner in a lantern-lit Sioux Indian teepee, or to a barn where local country musicians will entice you to line-dance the night away. Take a morning off skiing, and take the kids on a sleigh ride to feed horses and cattle, and perhaps even elk!
	Dog Sled Tours For an exhilarating and unforgettable adventure through Steamboat’s winter wilderness, take a dog sled tour with Alaskan Huskies. Snuggle under blankets, and enjoy a ride guided by experienced dog mushers or get into the action and drive your own team!
	Ice Skating The Olympic-sized Howelsen Ice Arena offers figure skating, ice hockey, and skate rentals.
	Fly Fishing and Ice Fishing Local guides show fishing enthusiasts the best spots for wintertime fly fishing in Steamboat Springs.
	Snowshoeing Miles of trails at the Steamboat Ski Resort, Howelsen Hill, Rabbit Ears Pass, Buffalo Pass, and the Steamboat Ski Touring Center are ripe for snowshoeing adventures.
	Snowtubing Head to Howelsen Hill , jump on an inner tube and careen down the hill. Then do it all over and over and over again! But dress extra warm—it’s chilly at night.
	Winter Ice Driving School Take an exciting drive around Steamboat’s ice driving track, and learn the skills of controlling your car in the worst winter conditions. It may save your life some day! 4WD vehicle provided.
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