Have you experience a skiing Steamboat vacation?If not, and you are a true skiing aficionado, then you should consider doing so.
After all, Steamboat is called "Ski Town USA", and with good reason!However, there is more to this winter wonderland than just downhill skiing.
This article is written as a resource to all those who are interested in skiing Steamboat, and finding other, equally pleasant activities that can be found in the area.
Specifically (instead of downhill) we'll focus on cross country, snowmobiling, and sleigh rides.
And don't forget the hot springs!There is no better feeling then the thrill of experiencing that hot, steamy water at the end of a long day.
The Skiing Steamboat Experience:Cross Country As regards cross country skiing, Steamboat has plenty to offer for participants of all levels.
You'll find perfectly groomed trails for a perfect all-day experience.
In addition, there are several high-quality cross country trails nearby that are not actually part of the Steamboat resort, but nevertheless provide wonderful alternatives.
The Skiing Steamboat Experience: Snowmobiling Snowmobiling is one of our favorite past times, and we've found some of the best experiences can be found at Steamboat.
People literally travel from all over the nation to run their sleds here, or perhaps to rent a high quality machine.
There are local businesses that specialize in these rentals as well as guided tours.
Some tours will take you into the beautiful Routt National Forest, or perhaps theZirkel Wilderness Area Both are wonderful areas that are open to our fellow snowmobilers.
They have an almost unbelievable variety of groomed trails that follow some truly gorgeous terrain.
Even the most jaded among us will find ourselves fascinated by this trip through either Routt or Zirkel.
The Skiing Steamboat Experience:Sleigh Ride As your outdoor activities wind down, you may want to consider a sleigh ride.
Its a wonderful way to cap-off a pleasant day on the slopes (or the trails), and can be enjoyed by the whole family.
It is preceded by a wonderful dinner (included in the price), followed by a scenic, horse-drawn tour of the area.
The sleigh itself is quite comfortable that includes cozy warm blankets to keep everyone warm.
And, of course there are spectacular night-time views of the star-studded sky.
TheSkiing SteamboatExperience: Hot Springs As mentioned above, you really need to experience the hot springs at least once before you go.
These springs are what gives the area its name.
As the story goes, early settlers to the region were drawn here because of the springs, and somehow came to the conclusion that they made sounds similar to a steamboat.
Hence the name: Steamboat Springs.
After all, Steamboat is called "Ski Town USA", and with good reason!However, there is more to this winter wonderland than just downhill skiing.
This article is written as a resource to all those who are interested in skiing Steamboat, and finding other, equally pleasant activities that can be found in the area.
Specifically (instead of downhill) we'll focus on cross country, snowmobiling, and sleigh rides.
And don't forget the hot springs!There is no better feeling then the thrill of experiencing that hot, steamy water at the end of a long day.
The Skiing Steamboat Experience:Cross Country As regards cross country skiing, Steamboat has plenty to offer for participants of all levels.
You'll find perfectly groomed trails for a perfect all-day experience.
In addition, there are several high-quality cross country trails nearby that are not actually part of the Steamboat resort, but nevertheless provide wonderful alternatives.
The Skiing Steamboat Experience: Snowmobiling Snowmobiling is one of our favorite past times, and we've found some of the best experiences can be found at Steamboat.
People literally travel from all over the nation to run their sleds here, or perhaps to rent a high quality machine.
There are local businesses that specialize in these rentals as well as guided tours.
Some tours will take you into the beautiful Routt National Forest, or perhaps theZirkel Wilderness Area Both are wonderful areas that are open to our fellow snowmobilers.
They have an almost unbelievable variety of groomed trails that follow some truly gorgeous terrain.
Even the most jaded among us will find ourselves fascinated by this trip through either Routt or Zirkel.
The Skiing Steamboat Experience:Sleigh Ride As your outdoor activities wind down, you may want to consider a sleigh ride.
Its a wonderful way to cap-off a pleasant day on the slopes (or the trails), and can be enjoyed by the whole family.
It is preceded by a wonderful dinner (included in the price), followed by a scenic, horse-drawn tour of the area.
The sleigh itself is quite comfortable that includes cozy warm blankets to keep everyone warm.
And, of course there are spectacular night-time views of the star-studded sky.
TheSkiing SteamboatExperience: Hot Springs As mentioned above, you really need to experience the hot springs at least once before you go.
These springs are what gives the area its name.
As the story goes, early settlers to the region were drawn here because of the springs, and somehow came to the conclusion that they made sounds similar to a steamboat.
Hence the name: Steamboat Springs.