Overview: Steamboat is a hugely popular resort boasting a wide variety of
options for families of all skiing levels, and topped off with
rustic cowboy charm. The resort is located in Steamboat Springs,
Colorado on Mount Werner in the Park range. With almost 3,000 acres
of varied terrain, reaching a height of 3,668 feet (1,118m), 165
trails including mogul fields and tree runs there is bound to be
enough for everyone. The resort is incredibly popular due to its
rich Olympic heritage and friendly atmosphere, and is perfect for
families accommodating beginner skiers and snowboarders quite
comfortably with experienced trainers at the ski school.
Skiing: Steamboat boasts more than 335 inches (851cm) of snow and some
of the finest Champagne Powder (a term coined in Steamboat)
in the world. There are 164 named trails with something for every
level of skier. Steamboat also has the longest Superpipe in North
America, an absolute dream for freeriders. SoBe terrain park
features a number of rails, sliders, boxes and rainbows for
park-lovers.
Shopping: There are plenty of shops throughout the town selling everything
one could possibly want for skiing and snowboarding. Apart from
regular groceries and food supply stores, there are a number of
specialty stores including All That Jazz, the only true record
store in town; FM Light and Sons continues to sell fine clothing
for over 100 years and The Steamboat Art Company sells a multitude
of local arts and crafts.
Restaurants: There is plenty to choose from with more than 75 bars and
restaurants in the area. Hazie's, on the mountain, is perfect to
enjoy a fine dining experience with a continental menu. For true
Steamboat fare there's Western BBQ at the top of Steamboat gondola,
often accompanied by some live country and western music to enhance
the famous Steamboat atmosphere. For an all-round menu, there is
Chaps, maintaining the cowboy feel with a relaxed vibe, and serving
everything from breakfast through to dinner.
Nightlife: There is sure to be something to entertain all tastes with
numerous bars and restaurants throughout Steamboat staying open
after dinner when the beer, wine and tequila flows a lot freer.
Levelz boasts to be 'the only real night club' in the area staying
open later and pumping out the tunes. Mahogany Ridge has some of
the best live music in town with a fantastic selection of beers on
tap. Slopeside Grill has a great evening menu but also stays open
late with some decent drinks deals. The Tap House is ideal for any
sporting occasion and with 40 screens is sure to keep everyone on
top of the score.
Activities: There is no shortage of activities to keep one entertained
including hiking, snow-shoeing, hot-air balloon rides, helicopter
tours, tubing, and horse riding. The region is famous for its hot
springs which can be enjoyed at Strawberry Park, a stunning
location just seven miles (11km) out of town.
Negatives: Steamboat can get crowded over holiday seasons. In recent years
the 'great' reputation has left some skiers disappointed with the
over-hyped terrain.
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