Steamboat Resort

The town that trademarked Champagne Powder®. Steamboat Springs was a ranching community long before it was a ski destination, and that heritage gives it an authenticity that purpose-built resorts can't replicate.

For intermediates, Morningside Park and Sunshine Peak offer wide blue groomers through aspens. The tree skiing here is legendary, with widely spaced aspens holding Champagne Powder for days.

Billy Kidd himself, the Olympic medallist, leads a complimentary daily mountain tour at 1pm. This free and extraordinary experience provides unique insights into the resort.

The lower mountain provides a gentle progression zone, ideal for first-timers. The Christie Peak Express lift accesses the best beginner terrain.

Steamboat's lower elevation compared to Summit County means visitors often experience less altitude sickness, making it a more comfortable choice for beginners.

Steamboat boasts a strong family culture, offering excellent facilities for younger guests.

• Kids' Vacation Centre: Available for children from age 2.5, providing dedicated childcare and activities.
• Old Town Hot Springs: A public hot spring perfect for post-ski soaking with the family.
• Free shuttle bus system: Ensures easy and convenient transport around the resort and town.

Advanced skiers will find challenging terrain across Storm Peak and Pioneer Ridge, which deliver steep chutes, tight trees, and open bowls.

Christmas Tree Bowl is a local favourite after fresh snow, offering exceptional powder conditions. Consider finding a powder guide at Steamboat for the best experience.

For those looking to refine their technique, the Billy Kidd Performance Centre offers clinics specifically designed for intermediates and advanced skiers. It's named after the Olympic medallist, Billy Kidd, who still skis Steamboat daily.

Soaking in the hot springs is a quintessential Steamboat après-ski experience.

• Old Town Hot Springs: A public facility located conveniently within town.
• Strawberry Park Hot Springs: Situated about 15 minutes away, this option offers a more secluded experience and becomes adults-only after dark.

The main town of Steamboat Springs is distinct from the resort base, connected by a free bus system that takes approximately 10 minutes.

Staying in town often provides more character and better value accommodation options, immersing visitors in the local ranching heritage.

Steamboat is included on the Ikon Pass, offering access for pass holders.