Spring Skiing at Steamboat Springs Resort and Old Town Hot Springs

Spring in Steamboat Springs, Colorado!  

We've been in Colorado for about two weeks now and are LOVING it! When a friend gifted us with free lift tickets to Steamboat we booked it northwest just as quick as we could! We are now further east (almost to Utah) in a town called Grand Junction and are enjoying the warmer days and gorgeous, other worldly (at least for these Florida-natives) hikes. We will be sharing those soon, but Steamboat Springs can't be passed up. Here's why we loved spring in Steamboat Springs so much...

Steamboat Springs Is Easily Accessible 

This was the first time driving hauling Delilah the Dream Machine up really high inclines, so we were very grateful that it's pretty easy to get into Steamboat from I-70! The resort was also so gracious and allowed us to park in their lot overnight, when we found out we wouldn't be able to stay at the state park we were planning on. This is not customary and probably won't work during busy season, but it never hurts to call and ask. We pulled into their overflow late after the runs were closed on Sunday, were able to walk to the gondola that took us to the top of the mountain to ski Monday, and we're gone once the slopes closed at the end of the day. 

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Steamboat Resort has Something for Everyone

Being from the East coast, we are used to skiing in the southeast, where it takes maybe 3 minutes to get from the top of the run to the bottom. At Steamboat Resort you can cruise for 10 minutes or more depending on how high up the mountain you go. Babe prefers a little more of a challenge and will often hit blacks or more difficult blues. Me?! I like an easy coast and prefer to stick to blues (and greens). It's nice that we can split off, with the ability to meet up at the next ski lift. We've been to ski resorts before that have blacks on one side of the mountain and blues/greens on the other, so having them close together makes it easy not to get separated. My favorite run at Steamboat would have to be Broadway! This one was actually a green, but the views were incredible the entire way down and it was nice to just coast and take in the scenery. 

Spring Skiing is the Best

We love spring skiing! There are typically way fewer people on the mountain. We never waited longer than 2-3 minutes to get on a ski lift. We were able to get a table at lunch (order the bison burger! So, so good!) without having to table stalk! We often had runs entirely to ourselves! #SpringSkiingAlways... I also actually prefer spring snow this time of year, where it hasn't turned slushy yet, but is also a little more loose so that I can grip more easily. We also always make sure to shut the mountain down. It's the best way to get in one last run and feel like you have the entire mountain to yourself! 

Old Town Hot Springs is Just Up the Road 

We spent two nights staying at the KOA in Steamboat (pretty much the only option for camping close to the slopes). It gave us time to explore the area a little bit and we spent Tuesday easing our sore muscles in glorious hot springs. Old Town Hot Springs is right in the heart of Steamboat Springs and is the perfect way to spend a day after a day of skiing! Not only is there a large mildly heated pool, but also numerous hot springs that get warmer depending on which one you get in. All of these are fed from the main hot spring that has a rich history of providing warmth and rejuvenation with its mineral waters. It's not just a great spot for adults looking for ultimate relaxation, but also has a fun rock climbing wall and two fun slides, making it a great spot for the whole family! 

BBQ and Beer in Steamboat Springs

Two of our favorite things to do anywhere we go is try the local BBQ and brewery. Steamboat Springs actually happens to have a BBQ joint sharing a parking lot with a brewery. It couldn't have been more perfect! Moe's was AMAZING! Their BBQ pork sandwich was one of the best we've had in a while. We loved it so much we went back twice! Storm Peak Brewery sits right night door, so we hopped over after lunch our first day and really enjoyed that as well. 

Steamboat Springs definitely has tons to offer! It doesn't matter if you are looking to ski or just enjoy the beauty of the mountains, it's a beautiful town. We were sad to leave and hope to make it back one day! 

**We did enjoy some of these things for free, but all thoughts and opinions are our own!**

What about you?! Do you enjoy spring skiing? 

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