What to Do

Saddleback Ranch is an 8,000 acre working cattle ranch located 15 miles west of Steamboat Springs, Colorado in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. Both visitors and locals escape to Saddleback Ranch to enjoy a relaxing day of riding, working cattle, and gorgeous scenery. Family owned and operated, they offer year round fun for groups and families of all ages including horseback rides, snowmobile tours, dinner sleigh rides, tubing, cattle drives, and ATV tours

Located in Downtown Steamboat Springs, Sew Steamboat carries fashion and quilting fabric, notions and yarn. Sew Steamboat is also the place to learn the basics, the not so basics and the advanced nuances of sewing and yarn crafts in a fun, and supportive atmosphere.

Snow Bowl offers a friendly family enviroment for all ages. They trive for excellence in customer service with fun bowling, good food and of course great friends.

Stand Up Paddle Colorado is leading the way in custom river adventures, from beginners to advanced paddlers. They are dedicated to delivering a lasting memory that nourishes the mind, body and spirit.

The Steamboat Art Museum was formed in December of 2005. In 2006 the City of Steamboat Springs was given the historic First National Bank building located in downtown Steamboat Springs. SAM is the only fine art museum in Northwest Colorado. Their mission is to collect, preserve and present fine art to the public with an emphasis on the culture and heritage of northwestern Colorado.

The Steamboat Arts & Crafts Gym/Yampa Valley Art Institute is a teaching facility devoted to facilitating fine art programs for Kids, Teens and Adults.  Teachers or instructors are from the local area as well as regional and national artists. Classes and weekend workshops are for all skill levels.

Backcountry adventures wellcomes you to Steamboat Springs backcountry, which offers pristine terrain with aspen groves coated with fresh powder filled lines. A team of guides will take you on a tour through Steamboat's winter wonderland experiencing  breathtaking scenic views, deep turns all while enhancing your backcountry travel skills. Families, groups and singles are welcome. No experience is necessary!

The Steamboat Golf Club has remained a treasure in The Yampa Valley. With generous fairways, small target greens, and challenging shots, a round here will satisfy even the most discriminating player. Open to the public and host to an active social schedule, The Steamboat Golf Club along with our 100 Member/Owners continues to play an integral role in the local community. The 9- hole course borders the Yampa River featuring beautiful views of the valley and Steamboat ski mountain.

Take a ride up Mt. Werner and enjoy the views that can only be appreciated from Steamboat's own eight-passenger gondola. Enjoy panoramic views, wildflowers, and changing aspen as you ride the gondola. Scenic gondola rides run from 10:00am to 4:00pm with the last download by 4:30pm during the summer. Sundays will open at 9:30am. Gondola tickets are valid all day, weather permitting.

The Steamboat Great Outdoors offers fun activities in the outdoors including ice fishing, fishing, hunting, atv riding, snowmobiling, shooting sightseeing, storytelling,

Enjoy fishing, boating, swimming and camping making Steamboat Lake one of the most popular areas in Colorado. By late summer the water temperatures only reach the low 70’s for a refreshing dip in the lake. Swimming is only available at The Dutch Hill swim beach.

One of the true jewels of Colorado, Steamboat Lake State Park has something special for everyone. Whatever your preference, well-deserved relaxation and recreation awaits you. Camping at Steamboat Lake offers a spectacular opportunity to immerse yourself in clean, crisp air and true Rocky Mountain living while boating is one of the more popular activities during the summer. Winter is also a time to visit the lake as there is snowmobiling, ice fishing, cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing in a valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains. 

Build your confidence in a safe, controlled environment with Steamboat Ski Resort's industry-leading ski and snowboard instructors. Receive a private lesson or join a group and make new friends on the slopes. All ages are welcome to have a ski lesson from any of their professionals! 

With six peaks, nearly 3,000 acres of terrain, abundant Champagne Powder snow, 84-year Olympic heritage, and family programs rated best in the industry, Steamboat is worth taking the road less travelled to feel like you're a world away. The mountain has diverse terrain and excellent tree skiing that people all over the world come to enjoy. They also have one of the most recognized SnowSports schools in the world. They get an annual snowfall of around 338" a year. Skiing is a must do if you visit Steamboat Springs in the Winter.

With Steamboat Snowmobile Tours your trip  begins with complimentary shuttle service from your lodging to one of a rustic mountain cabins, well stocked with helmets, boots, snow bibs, and warm drinks. After a short introduction on snowmobiling, you will be off on forested trails to the high mountain peaks. Your guide will point out the scenic highlights, allowing plenty of time to take photos and enjoy the majestic views. When you want to venture out on your own, you will be shown the prime spots for enjoying Steamboat's famous champagne powder.