Winter activities in Steamboat Springs go far beyond skiing and snowboarding.  Outfitters, guides and local businesses offer alternative winter activities for those of you who do not ski or just choose to take a day off.

Signature Winter Activities in Steamboat Springs

Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival | February  8 – 12, 2023

When the Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival was first established, it was a celebration born out of the residents’ need to forget the hardships of winter, chase away the shorter days, and bring happiness back to a valley plagued by snow. Today, this five-day long carnival no longer represents a need to forget the long winters.  Rather, it highlights the community-wide acclaim of snow that has earned the town of Steamboat Springs the moniker, Ski Town, USA.

Ice Fishing

One of the favorite pastimes in Steamboat is fly fishing the Yampa River.  The fun doesn’t stop when the snow starts falling as lines are cast year-round.  Local outfitters offer daily guided trips. Get hooked up with one of our local shops in town if you need to rent equipment or would like to take a fishing excursion with a knowledgeable local guide.  If you would rather fish solo, you can explore the state park fishing grounds in winter by heading out to Stagecoach State Park, Pearl Lake or Steamboat Lake State Park.

Hot Springs 

After a long day of skiing, soaking in a natural hot spring is a great way to soothe sore muscles and relax.  There are two hot springs located in Steamboat Springs.  Both are open year round.

Dogsledding

Dogsledding is a fun and energizing adventure. During the day, watching the winter landscape pass by as you glide over snow-packed mountain passes is an experience you won’t soon forget.

Getting out in nature

• Nordic skiing
• Fat biking
• Snowshoeing on a quiet mountain trail
• Hiking with crampons
• Ice Skating

Relax and Unwind

• Spend a day at the spa
• Morning Yoga
• Stroll the shops in town

Indoor Winter Activities

Tread of Pioneers Museum

The Tread of Pioneers Museum features a 1908 Queen Anne-style Victorian home with turn-of-the-century furnishings. On display are various ranching, mining and pioneer life and Native American artifacts from Routt County.  The museum is also home to a comprehensive History of Skiing exhibit.   The Western room, home of an extensive firearms collection, traces our agricultural history and the story of an infamous outlaw, Harry Tracy.

Steamboat Ski Resort Opens November 23rd for the 2022-23 Winter Season! Check out information on skiing and snowboarding.