Mountain Biking and Hiking in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
A GUIDE TO MOUNTAIN BIKING AND HIKING IN STEAMBOAT
MOUNTAIN BIKING INFORMATION
Steamboat Springs is a mountain biking mecca! Everyone will find a favorite trail, no matter if you are a beginner or an expert. Both the Routt National Forest and Steamboat Ski Area offer miles and miles of biking trails with spectacular scenery! Visit the Routt County Riders website for detailed trail descriptions, maps and directions to some of Routt County's best mountain biking spots!
Mountain bike rentals are available at Ski Haus, Orange Peel Bicycle Service and Steamboat Ski & Bike Kare.
Spring Creek Short/Long Trail (easy to moderate)
The short trail features numerous rolling hills as it follows Spring Creek through the canyon, with an elevation gain of 200 feet. The short trip turns around at the second bridge. Return down the same road, which now becomes a great downhill ride back to your vehicle.
The long trail takes off to the right just above the start of the hill. The trail follows the canyon uphill another 4 miles with numerous crossings of Spring Creek, with an elevation gain of 1,200 feet! All the bridges have been completed but with high spring run off you may still get your bike and/or your feet wet. The trail ends at the parking area across from the Dry Lake Campground on Buffalo Pass Road. At this point you have the option of either returning back down the trail or heading down the Buffalo Pass Road to Strawberry Park. The ride up Buffalo Pass to the trailhead has some great views of the valley and the single track Spring Creek Trail is a real blast going down.
Hot Springs Trail (moderate)
HIKING INFORMATION
The Yampa Valley and Steamboat Springs boasts an excellent variety of hikes for all ages and abilities! Here is a short list of self-guided and guided hikes to get you started. Our concierge can also assist you with choosing hiking locations, equip you with maps, and give driving directions to get you on your way!
SELF-GUIDED HIKES
Fish Creek Falls Trail
The 283-foot Fish Creek Falls is one of the most popular attractions in Steamboat
Springs. It's located close to downtown, and is a paved road to the trailhead. Picnic grounds are located onsite, and interpretative signing add to the experience. It is a short walk, and would be considered a beginner trail to the falls. There is a $5 fee for parking, but it is free if you ride your bike! Click here for more Fish Creek Falls Trail information...
Spring Creek Trail
Another close to town hiking option! The Spring Creek Trail begins on a dirt road on the edge of town, following Spring Creek upstream. Just up the trail, you will encounter an educational pavilion and two small city reservoirs. This is also a good mountain biking trail. Parking is free! Click here for more Spring Creek Trail information...
Mt. Werner/Steamboat Ski Area Trails
Hiking in the Steamboat Ski Area ranges from easy to challenging trails. For a fee, you can ride the Gondola up to Thunderhead Lodge and begin your hike there. The free option is start your hike at the base area & ride the Gondola down for free. Click here for a map of the Ski Area Hiking Trails...
GUIDED HIKES
Guided Interpretive Hikes
Yampatika offers a variety of guided hikes, nature walks, and historical tours of the Steamboat area. Popular hiking tours include trips to Fish Creek Falls, and the Vista Nature Trail. The organization offers a wide array of children's programming and day camps. See our concierge for a list of the weekly hikes offered.
Guided Gourmet Hikes on the Mountain
This is a fun, informative and invigorating hike with gorgeous views high up on Mt. Werner! The gourmet hike begins at the top of the Gondola and proceeds along the Vista Nature Trail, with stops for picture-taking and interesting talks about the Mountain & Steamboat. This hike is offered Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. The Sunday hike will enjoy the Sunday brunch, and the Wednesday & Friday hike will enjoy a buffet lunch. Reservations required, inquire with our concierge.
Guided Hikes by Rocky Mountain Ventures
Rocky Mountain Ventures will customize your memorable hike in the Rocky Mountains to your desires and abilities - whether it is climbing to the top of Hahn's Peak at over 10,000 feet or through meadows, aspen groves and along mountain streams. Choose from half day or full day (includes lunch) hikes.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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