Summer Activity Directory

Up here, the mountain biking is second to none. Up here, the trout are hungrier. Up here, Colorado gets more colorful. Up here, the beauty of the American West is on alive and well. Up here, under a blanket of stars, we have a vacancy for you. Get up here.

See below for a directory of Steamboat Springs Chamber members that provide a variety of activities to make your Colorado Rocky Mountain vacation full of memorable experiences.

Alpine Slide A unique Rocky Mountain experience, the Howler Alpine Slide is a 2,400 foot track that winds down Howelsen Hill. The sleds are controlled individually making this a fun ride for all ages.
Art Classes and Workshops Release your inner artist with classes and workshops that explore everything from painting and pottery, to photography, and the performing arts.
Biking Grab your bike -- whether it’s a cruiser, a carbon fiber road bike, or your fully suspended mountain bike, and get up here. We’ve got trails all around town, along the river and up on the mountain just waiting for you. See our bike trails.
Boating & Rafting All three Colorado state parks with lakes surrounding Steamboat offer camping, fishing and hiking; two have marinas where you can rent everything from kayaks to pontoons and water-ski boats. The Elk River is a thrilling early season option for whitewater rafting. Later, the mighty Colorado runs all summer through canyons southwest of Steamboat.
Camping Hike into the backcountry with your supplies on your back, or camp just down the road from your car. Wherever you choose, you’ll sleep in the cool mountain air of Steamboat Springs under a blanket of stars. Campgrounds
Canoeing, Kayaking, & Paddle Board Steamboat Lake and Stagecoach State Park are great locations to canoe and paddle board. Head to Pearl Lake State Park (22 miles north of Steamboat), if wakeless is more your style. Dip your kayak paddle in spring whitewater or mellow mid-summer flow on the Yampa River. Try standup paddle boarding on flat water on one of Steamboat’s local lakes or up the ante and coast down the Yampa River rapids.
Children's Activities
Climbing Routt County has great beginner to intermediate rock climbing, where never-evers or those with indoor wall experience can enjoy the thrill and the view from several single-pitch or multi-pitch climbs near Steamboat. Rocky Mountain Ventures offers guided half-day and full-day trips to thrill-seekers ages 6 and up. Most climbs are “top-rope,” meaning climbers are belayed by a guide from bolted anchors.
Fishing The Yampa River is famous for fly fishing, and catch-and-release restrictions apply throughout town. There is free public access all along the river- but you need a fishing license ($9/ day or $26/ year for Colorado residents). Only artificial flies and lures are allowed, and all fish must be returned to the water. Kids will like fishing at Casey’s Pond (US 40 and Walton Creek Road), where the water is still and the catches are plentiful.
Four-Wheeling ATV
Golf Steamboat Springs has three 18-hole golf courses that challenge every club in your bag. The Rollingstone Ranch Golf Club offers public play on its Robert Trent Jones II-designed course. The back nine follows Fish Creek Falls. The 233-acre public Haymaker Golf Course preserves the open pastoral feel of the Yampa Valley by incorporating rolling hills, native grasses and wetlands. Catamount Ranch & Club is an 18-hole private course at the edge of the valley floor.
Gondola Rides View of the Yampa Valley via an eight-passenger gondola car. The gondola will take you to the mountain mid-point where you can hike, bike, or simply enjoy lunch while taking in the spectaulor panoramic views. Whether it's wild flowers in the summer, or the changing aspen leaves during the fall, this is a memorable way to experience Steamboat.
Helicopter Sightseeing Photo Courtesy: Steamboat Pilot & Today
Hiking and Backpacking Take a day hike with the family or fill the backpack and head deep into the mountains. There’s a seemingly endless number of hiking trails around Steamboat Springs for you to explore.
Historical Tours and Museum Visits Steamboat Springs is known for its great apprecation of cultural hertitage. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the history of the Yampa Valley through various avenues, as well as the arts and culture of this beautiful region.
Horseback Riding Single-day horseback trail rides and multi-day pack trips are everyday business for local cowboys. Visit the Flat Tops Wilderness, Mount Zirkel Wilderness, Routt National Forest, or Howelsen Hill on horseback. Go for two hours, an all-day photo safari or dinner on the trail. You can even ride a horse-drawn wagon for dinner on a ranch.
Hot Air Ballooning Nothing beats the view of the Yampa Valley from a hot air balloon. This is truly an adventure for all ages and a unique way to experience Steamboat Springs.
Hot Springs and Tours One of the reasons the Ute Indians fell in love with this area was the abundance of natural hot springs and the medicinal effects they believe they possess. We invite you to experience the ultimate in relaxation in our conveniently located downtown hot springs, or our rustic location outside of town.
Hunting
Miniature Golf Amaze’n Steamboat offers a challenging 18-hole miniature golf course with rocks, logs, and the famous “Oak Creek Mine.”
Photography Tours With an array of scenic views to choose from, you'll want to make sure you have the proper guide to get you the perfect shots of this amazing valley.
Rodeo Sit your Wranglers in the bleachers and socialize with the local cowboys during the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series. There are bulls, barrels, bucking broncos, roping and even a calf scramble for aspiring cowboys and cowgirls, starting at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday nights (June 14-Aug. 17), plus Fourth of July, at Romick Arena.
Tennis Steamboat Springs is home to the 2011 USTA National Tennis Facility of the Year, the Steamboat Tennis Center with six outdoor hydrocourt clay courts, four outdoor hard courts, and 6 brand new RSS 500 cushioned-indoor hardcourts. Old Town Hot Springs and Howelsen Hill also have outdoor courts.
Tours
Tubing One of the most popular activities the Yampa River provides is tubing. Whether you're a family, a couple, or vacationing with your friends, tubing through downtown Steamboat Springs is a summer opportunity not to pass up. Buy or rent a tube from one of our local shops and head to the closest drop in point!