A picturesque ski town nestled between snow-capped peaks, Steamboat Springs is an outdoor lover’s dream destination. The area is known for its photogenic landscapes and is filled with lush forests, expansive lakes and gurgling rivers.

Things to do

Boasting clear alpine waters that spill down from Fish Creek Canyon, the 85-metre-tall Fish Creek Falls showcases impressive natural scenery. Embark on a half-kilometre journey to the cascading waterfall or continue another 7.5 kilometres to Long Lake.

In winter, go skiing at the iconic Steamboat Springs Resort. Enjoy plenty of high-elevation intermediate runs, including the trademark “Wally World”, or head off the trail and make your own path between the pines. You can also go horseback riding, cross-country skiing or on a hot-air balloon ride.

Relax your weary muscles in Strawberry Park Hot Springs, maintaining a year-round temperature of 40 degrees Celcius. You can warm up in one of many pools, enjoy the forest surroundings and embrace the sounds of a gently flowing waterfall.

Yampa River Botanic Park is a cool valley that sits at the foot of Mt Werner. Enjoy the sweet-smelling grape hyacinths in the Blue Garden, the Botanic Walk Garden with its cottonwood trees and the colourful displays at the Lily Garden.

Getting around

Steamboat Springs is just over a three-hour drive from Denver along I-70 West and US-40 West. You can easily walk around the town centre, but will need a vehicle to explore the surrounding region.