Ice cream just screams summer and a perfect bluebird sky afternoon in the mountains wouldn’t be complete without a cone, a dish, or a shake. Whether you’ve spent the afternoon hiking alpine trails, mountain biking, or simply strolling through town, a sweet treat is the ultimate reward.
From small-batch artisan gelatos to handcrafted waffle cones or classic malts, every town has its go-to ice cream shops. We asked our local teams to give us the scoop on their top picks to cool down and treat yourself in Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Vail, and Beaver Creek.
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- Erik Skinner, Operations Manager / Maintenance & Shuttle
Johnny B. Good’s Diner
is a classic 50s style diner in Steamboat Springs, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and desserts daily. Known for its warm, nostalgic atmosphere and friendly service, it is a great spot for families, locals, and visitors alike. Guests can enjoy breakfast all day, classic diner favorites, and popular malts or shakes for a true Steamboat dining experience.
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- Erik Skinner, Operations Manager / Maintenance & Shuttle
Lyon’s Soda Fountain
is a charming local stop in Steamboat Springs, tucked inside Lyon’s Corner Drug. With its nostalgic soda fountain feel, sweet treats, and small town character, it is a fun place to grab ice cream or a classic fountain drink. It is a simple but memorable stop for families, visitors, and anyone looking for a taste of old school Steamboat charm.
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- Stephanie Kuenast, Guest Services Specialist
The Clark Store
is a friendly local stop in Clark, Colorado, known for fueling North Routt adventures since 1973. Guests can enjoy breakfast burritos, made to order sandwiches, locally sourced burgers, coffee, and grab and go options. With local products and a welcoming small town feel, it is a great place to stop before or after exploring the Steamboat Springs area.
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Gaby Sirotkin, Guest Services Specialist
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Chad Rowe, Chief Operating Officer
Sundae Ice Cream
is a sweet stop for handcrafted ice cream made fresh in small batches. Guests can enjoy classic and creative flavors, housemade waffle cones, signature sundaes, shakes, ice cream sandwiches, and custom ice cream cakes. With its fun flavors and welcoming atmosphere, it is a great place to enjoy a memorable treat.
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Gaby Sirotkin, Guest Services Specialist
Rimini Cafe
is a charming spot for artisan Italian gelato, handcrafted chocolates, specialty coffees, and sweet treats. Inspired by the rich gelato tradition of Rimini, Italy, it offers a delicious mix of indulgent desserts, breakfast and lunch sandwiches, and fine wines.
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- Justin Saunders, Photographer
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- Christine Izard, Owner Relations Manager
"Higgle's Ice Cream located in the upper level store area behind Giampetro's Italian Restaurant close to the intersection at the light of Main & Lincoln. Hands down best ice cream in the county. Made in house with rotating interestingly delicious flavor combos. They do scoops, cones, ice cream flights, pints to go, and homemade waffle cones on the spot. Locally owned & operated family affair. Nothing else comes close."
- Jacob Powell, Maintenance Lead
Higgles Ice Cream
is a fun stop for unique, artisan ice cream made in small batches. Their flavors rotate daily, offering a mix of classic favorites and creative options for every kind of sweet tooth.
