A summertime favorite in Steamboat Springs, grab some drinks, friends, a float and hop in the cool water. Float down the Yampa river soaking in views on Howelson Hill & the Sleeping Giant. Do not forget your SPF!
Stroll around the botanic park. Check their website as they often have events like a strings concert in the park.
Join a group fitness class. Lauren's favorite is a Reformer or Jumpboard class with Kristin.
A Steamboat favorite for kids and adults alike. Book ahead and don't worry if you forget your swimsuit at home... clothing optional (and adults only) after dark!
Learn to herd cattle, lasso, or enjoy a guided horse ride. Such a lovely family operated ranch. Wear a hat, SPF, and have cover for your shoulders - trail rides here are in the wide open with no shade!
Wonderful public course at the base of the Yampa Valley with gorgeous mountain views. BYO or rent clubs. Book ahead online or by calling. There will be a group playing on Thursday, so let James know if you want to join!
Steamboat is well known for its hot air balloons and festival. Take a scenic ride and enjoy the views.
Forget any dietary, allergy, or ethical restrictions and get the cinnamon roll. Just do it.
Great lunch and dinner - sitting outside in the garden is a treat.
Name says it all.
Lauren's handsdown favorite bakery ever. Grace and her team have an incredible bakery with lots of treats for anyone needing gluten-free, sugar-free or vegan options. She doesn't have all options available everyday, but if you call ahead and let her know your restrictions, she has always been incredibly accommodating. The vegan pecan sticky buns and vegan German chocolate cake are to die for!!!
The Laundry is both charming and rustic-chic with an intimate evening appeal for happy-hour drinkers and those in search of the ultimate night cap. Not only are the cocktails strong, but the small bites are worth ordering. Fun fact: The space was in fact Steamboat Laundry from 1910-1970.
Our favorite lunch or brunch spot in Steamboat. Nothing like sitting along the creek and getting breeze from 'Smell that Bread' across the way. There is usually a well-worth wait. Stroll around the corner to Linden & CO - the cutest flower shop or into the old school drug store for an ice cream float. Hot tip - join the waitlist online! https://www.creekside-cafe.com/index.html#waitlist
It’s not a trip to Steamboat without a quick pit-stop at Salt & Lime. Pitchers of margaritas set the stage for flavor-packed tacos served on rustic boards, such as al pastor with salsa verde and piña fresca, drizzled with a lime crema.
Quite possibly the cutest bookstop west of the Mississippi. Stop in and stroll like the good ole days or pickup a 'blind date' book to discover a new read and avoid entirely judging a book by its cover.
A favorite Saturday activity to stroll and checkout the unique creators that call Steamboat home. Grab a bite and sit along the river. Hot tip - the Steamboat Salt Co. has great gifts and includes a sriracha salt that I sent to Anne & Mark to win them over as their future daughter in law ;)
Nice hike near downtown. Beautiful falls and icy cold river to put your feet in and search for river stones.
You know all those yellow signs you passed coming into town? This is the place. Try on cowboy hats, boots, and check out the strange variety of cool toys. Warning for friends with kids - there is SO MUCH in here your kid will want to take home.