Photo: Murray Foubister / CC BY-SA 2.0About Steamboat
Steamboat is a ski resort in Colorado. It offers 3,668 feet of vertical drop, 3,741 skiable acres, 184 marked runs, served by 23 lifts, with an average of about 314" of snow a year. Development began in the 1950s. The ski area first opened in 1961 with a Poma lift, then officially reopened on January 12, 1963 with a double chairlift. Steamboat comprises six peaks and is known for its tree skiing and the trademarked 'Champagne Powder' name.
Why Visit Steamboat?
- 184 runs with 3,668ft of vertical drop
- Average annual snowfall of 314"
- 3,741 skiable acres with terrain for all ability levels
- 23 lifts including gondola, chairlift, surface
Where to Stay
Live prices for hotels, condos and homes near Steamboat, plus places we’ve researched.
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Mountain Statistics
10,568ft
Summit Elevation
3,221m
6,900ft
Base Elevation
2,103m
3,668ft
Vertical Drop
1,118m
3,741 acres
Skiable Area
1,513.93 ha
184
Total Runs
3.0mi
Longest Run
4.83km
23
Lifts
314"
Avg. Snowfall
798cm annually
How Steamboat compares
Terrain Breakdown
14%
42%
30%
14%
●Beginner
14% of trails
■Intermediate
42% of trails
◆Advanced
30% of trails
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◆◆Expert
14% of trails
Trail Map
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Season & Operating Hours
Last season (2025–26)
Opening DayNovember 22, 2025
Closing DayApril 12, 2026
Status Closed for the season
This season’s dates are set by the resort — check its official site for opening day.
Getting to Steamboat
By Car
Steamboat is in Colorado, USA. Tap the button below for turn-by-turn directions from where you are.
Get DirectionsGPS Coordinates
Latitude40.4572
Longitude-106.8045
RegionColorado, USA
Lift Tickets
The rest of your Steamboat trip — for lodging, see Where to Stay above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Opening and closing dates are set by the resort each season, so check its official site for this year's dates. Steamboat averages 314" of snowfall a year.
Steamboat rates 14% of its terrain as beginner, across 184 marked runs. Check the resort's site for its ski school and learning areas.
Steamboat averages 314" of snowfall a season, with a summit elevation of 10,568 ft.
Steamboat is located in Colorado, USA. Use the "Get Directions" button at the top of this page for turn-by-turn directions from where you are. GPS coordinates: 40.4572, -106.8045.
The Where to Stay section near the top of this page shows live prices for hotels, condos and vacation rentals around Steamboat, plus any places we've researched.
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