Steamboat Springs Things to Do

As stated by many, the springs are a must when visiting Steamboat, winter or summer. Know that they are clothing optional after dark, and only 18 or older after dark because of that. The local papers, both free, have listings of happenings about Steamboat (The Pilot, and The Local) Both papers are usually found at the post office, or in many other places around town. If you happen to be in town when they are having a fire show or African drums at the springs you MUST NOT miss this!! It is a wonderful experience. A friend of mine who visited from California called it "clubbin in the wilderness"

It can be a harry drive up there, but there are some local outfits that will take you and pick you up. Sweet Pea tours is one.

You can also hike in the back way, from the Mad Creek trailhead parking lot, there is another trail that will take you (eventually) into the back side of the springs. Only during the day is this recommended since the trail is ....well a mountain hiking trail.

The opera's largest production to date-- Puccini's greatest dramatic work will be sung in Italian (with surtitles) by a fabulous cast of stars from the rosters of the Metropolitan Opera, New York City Opera and your local favorites.

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Snowboarding here is a premier place. Something like 100 trails. Well 160 I think it says. We maybe did 30? Maybe.. I find it hard to believe by looking at the map . But whatever. Was pretty good. Some icey spots, wasnt as much snow as had hoped even after a huge snowstorm the week before. It did do some snowing so we found some spots with fresh powder.

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Fish Creek Falls was just a couple of miles outside of downtown. From the location were you leave your car at the self service pay station to the Falls is only about a quarter of a mile. The walk is very easy and short, just be careful because the altitude makes you feel like you are out of breath.
The falls were beautiful and like i said, not too far from downtown. You cant get lost either because there are signs pointing you in the right direction, everywhere.

The place to buy your wine and beer is at " CENTRAL PARK LIQUOR " located at 1835 Central Park Plaza . In cannot be missed . Easily accessable using the shuttle buses .

They have some 1400 different wines on display and 325 types of beer , from all over. The wine selection is superb considering this is Colorado . Prices are reasonable , not like Whistler . In late March they were having a sale on some wines . Really good deals .

Day 4, everyone went skiing..we went snowmobiling. For 20 dollars more than a one day lift ticket, it was a blast, beautiful and a welcome change from the mountain. The skiers only lasted an hour on the slopes and wish they had joined us for an afternoon of snowmobiling fun. Get your own snowmobile, stand up on it and have fun. Get 5 dollar off coupons at your lodging or ski rental shop.

Just right outside of town, Fish Creek Falls is the most popular waterfall in proximity to Steamboat. The park is commonly packed with tourists, locals running or walking dogs, and those wanting to just relax at the foot of the falls. The falls are divided into upper and lower sections with a bridge crossing over the two parts. I've tried to scale the rocks leading into the falls and I'll tell you that it is dangerous. The currents are swift, and the rocks are slippery. I had cut my feet and legs from top to bottom after my adventures. Although exciting, maybe you shouldn't wander around under the falls.

There are several hiking paths that take you to the falls and above the falls. These make perfect day hikes. Come early, pack a lunch, and relax with your feet in the falls after a short yet mildly-strenuous hike.

Here you can see the sweet runs that skiiers from all over come for. This is great skiing country and make sure to take advantage of all runs on the resort. It will take you a few days to see it all, but it is well worth it.