Steamboat's legendary Champagne Powder may steal the spotlight, but the real secret to enjoying a winter vacation here is the fun you can have off the ski slopes. Here are our top 5 winter activities that don't involve a chairlift.
There’s more than one way to dash through the snow in Steamboat, and snowmobiling is always a favorite off-mountain activity. Between Rabbit Ears Pass and North Routt, the Yampa Valley boasts hundreds of acres of groomed trails, tree-lined meadows, and open space that offer plenty of room for this high-powered playtime.
This is a magical, immersive experience where you can "mush" your own team. Gliding across the snow behind these powerful dogs offers a unique perspective on our winter landscape and a taste of the wild.
For a high-speed thrill that doesn’t require a lesson or gear, head to the tubing hills. Specialized lifts whisk you and your tube to the top. Then get your adrenaline pumping as you spin and speed your way to the bottom.
Swap your skis for a saddle and experience the Yampa Valley on horseback. Yes, even in winter! There’s something peaceful about the sound of hooves crunching through fresh snow as you navigate rolling ranch lands and take in panoramic views of the surrounding peaks from a whole new vantage point.
Steamboat boasts two rinks - one indoors, one outdoors. At the base of the ski mountain, take a spin around Skeeter's rink that sparkles at night. In town, Bumper Cars on Ice at the Howelsen Ice Arena is fun for the entire family.
