Snaking its way through Steamboat Springs is the Yampa River, one of the last, primarily free-flowing rivers in the western United States.
Mountain Living
Steamboat’s First Fourth of July
The first Fourth of July celebration in Steamboat Springs took place in 1876, 100 years after America declared independence. Colorado was not yet a state and only a few permanent settlers lived in or near Steamboat Springs.
The Yampa River – 101
The Yampa River serves as the lifeblood for Northwest Colorado in many ways.
Living with Wildlife
Spring has sprung and our wildest residents have emerged from hibernation. Colorado is well-known for its diverse range of wildlife and we have an obligation to respect all members of our community who call Steamboat Springs home. Over recent years, the b
West Steamboat Neighborhoods Goes To A Vote
Registered city voters will soon have their say on whether 191 acres should be annexed into the city of Steamboat Springs for the creation of West Steamboat Neighborhoods. The issue has been one of extreme contention after city council approved the annexa
Season Pass Battle: Ikon vs. Epic
Last spring, season pass holders at Steamboat Resort were holding their breath. A newly created Denver-based company, Alterra Mountain Company, had recently bought the resort as part of a $1.7 billion acquisition spree of a dozen ski destinations in North
Farewell to Another Ski Season
The annual Splashdown Pond Skim contest, the Cardboard Classic race and a free reggae concert from the Wailers marked the end of another ski season as Steamboat Resort closed on Sunday, April 14. Mother Nature was kind to skiers and boarders this winter;
Seeking a Home in the Mountains?
What defines the quintessential mountain town? An internationally renowned ski area, epic trails to hike and bike, summer festivals and great restaurants have become standard. Setting up home high above sea level, where the air is clean and rush hour adds a mere 10 minutes to your day, comes at […]
Celebrate Howelsen Hill
Howelsen Hill Ski Area’s remarkable heritage is something to celebrate! Howelsen is the home of the century old Steamboat Springs Winter Sports Club and the training ground for 90 plus (and counting) Olympians. It is the oldest continuously operating ski
Baby, It’s Snowing Outside
Steamboat Snowfall Through December 31st
The Skinny on Skinning
If you’ve lived in Steamboat long enough, at some point you’ll have earned your turns. Spend time at Steamboat Resort on any given morning and you’ll see an increasing slew of skiers doing just that. With synthetic skins fixed to the base of their skis, t
Five Experiences to Try this Winter
Five experiences to try this winter in Steamboat Springs, Colorado.