Steamboat

Pros: Yes, it IS possible to have fun in a ski village in the summertime
Cons: No, I cannot give you my arm in exchange for a gallon of milk

I realize that there may be people out there who are having a hard time imagining visiting a ski village in the summertime. However, I've found that for a non-skier/snowboarder like me, the summertime is the best time to go. You can usually catch good...

Pros: Big Mountain, "Champaign Powder", Long Runs
Cons: Crowded, Expensive(but what isn't?)

As most of you people know, Steamboat is a large Ski/Snowboard resort located in North Central Colorado. It is a nice secluded area with not many towns surrounding it. The drive to the town is very scenic and kind of dangerous during a snow storm. ...

Pros: Wide range of terrain for all skill levels, a family-oriented resort.
Cons: Snowboarders are not the most popular people on the mountain.

Steamboat is a top-notch resort with some of the best snow in the U.S. (their self-proclaimed ‘champagne powder’ is everything they promise it will be). It’s easy to access from Denver; you can either fly into Hayden Airport or drive or take a shuttle...

Pros: Local flavor, variety of cruising runs,fewer crowds, less expensive
Cons: Few expert areas, less glamor than other Colorado resorts.

Getting There
If you are flying into Steamboat there are three options. 1. Fly into Denver International Airport and rent a car. The drive from Denver is beautiful but will take you 3-4 hours depending on traffic and weather. You will...

Pros: huge number of trails, big vertical and acreage, bumps, trees
Cons: steeps too short, flat groomers

I just got back from a week long trip to Steamboat 3/24-31 for Spring Break and it was just awesome. I really didnt know what to expect since it was so late in the season and id never been there. all my knowledge came from reading epinions. I have to say...

Pros: Excellent weather, many trails, awesome skiing, good food.
Cons: We had to leave eventually

My sister lived in Steamboat for a few years, so in 1998, my mother, cousin and I went out to see her just after Christmas. Once there, you never want to leave.

The airport outside of Steamboat, while conveniently close, is small and very...

Pros: Has everything for everyone.
Cons: Major airport is 3 hours away and have to cross major passes on the highway

This last year I've made two trips out to Steamboat Springs. I loved both of them. The first trip was made in the summer. I drove hwy 40 from Salt Lake City to Steamboat and camped outside of the city. The drive alone is great, lots of things to...

Pros: Best overall resort in the country
Cons: Crowded on holidays

Steamboat Springs, Colorado could quite possibly be the be overall ski resort in the country. The mountains offer over 100 trails, with many sections intelligently grouped by ability. You will never see green or blue trails anywhere near those...

Pros: Great skiing!!! Charming town!!!!
Cons: 2 1/2 hour drive from Denver.

Last February my wife and 7 friends went to Steamboat, Colorado for a ski vacation. It was the greatest vacation I have ever had. We flew into Denver and rented a van for the 2 1/2 hour ride to Steamboat. I recommend that you not fly into Denver,...

Pros: Excellent conditions
Cons: Not enough steeps

My Husband & I went to Steamboat for our honeymoon 4 years ago and while a lot can change in that time I'm sure it's still the charming Western Ski town it was then. We stayed on the mountain for some fabulous ski in/ski out skiing. The abundance of...

Pros: great snow... many trails
Cons: not for snowboarders. either too easy or too hard

My brother is a snowboard instructor (gold certified) at Steamboat Springs and I thought it would be a great idea for me to leave the warmth and sunshine of my home in Orlando, FL to learn how to snowboard. I arrived in Steamboat and was immediately...

Pros: fun slopes, nice scenery
Cons: too many little kids

I have been to Steamboat twice, once with just my parents and the other time with my friends and my parents. I thoroughly enjoyed it and thought it was well worth it. I am pretty much an intermediate skier and I don't do a whole lot of black diamonds,...

Pros: Everything
Cons: Don't go here expecting Aspen

I just returned from a two week vacation in Steamboat. Everything about the trip was fantastic. We had plenty of sunshine and powder, no crowds or liftlines, and plenty of Steamboat hospitality.

Highlights:

Large mountain with...

Pros: best snow around
Cons: not always snow at thanksgiving

Steamboat is a family resort. I have skied there many times with small children and the lift operators are very accomodating. They slow the chair lift down for the kids to get on and they don't fuss about it.
Other resorts I have visited do not...

Pros: Good snow, Good beginner slopes, Fun Skiing
Cons: Long trip from Denver on Alpine Taxi, Expensive

We went on our first ski trip to Steamboat Springs March 13 – March 18, 2006. My party consisted of my husband, my six-year-old son, and me. It was really fun! We stayed at the Steamboat Sheraton, which is ski in/ski out. The location is great. ...