Scenes from Steamboat Springs, Colorado

December 6, 2017 By Dave

Rabbit Ears Motel — The iconic pink sign for the historic Rabbit Ears Motel (where I spent two nights) greets new arrivals in Steamboat Springs

The main street running through Steamboat Springs, Colorado — Lincoln Avenue, the main road running through Steamboat Springs, is lined with bars, restaurants, shops, and galleries

Shops and restaurants in downtown Steamboat Springs

Steamboat Smokehouse restaurant — The Steamboat Smokehouse restaurant and a gelato shop

Chief Theater — Entrance to the Chief Theater, which shows movies as well as hosts concerts and special events

Steamboat Springs Farmer's Market — The last Farmer's Market of 2017. In the background, the hill used for Olympians to train for ski jumping

Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs — The Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs is a short 20-minute drive from downtown

Pastries at the local farmer's market

St Bernard — An adult St Bernard at the farmer's market

Gondola Square at Steamboat Springs Resort — Vendors set up their tents for the annual Steamboat Oktoberwest beer festival

Gondola — Riding the gondola up to Thunderhead Mountain

Mountain biking trail map atop Thunderhead Mountain

Mountain biking at Steamboat Springs Resort has grown into a popular off-season activity at the resort, catering to both the locals and visitors in the warmer months.

$109 will get you a high-end mountain bike rental, protective gear, and a three-hour lesson (two hours with the instructor and one hour of free riding).

Mountain bikers

Wedding — The mountains at Steamboat form a beautiful backdrop for wedding ceremonies

Scenic view — The scenic view toward town from atop Thunderhead Mountain

Steamboat Springs, Colorado — Zooming in on the town of Steamboat Springs (center)

My stay in Steamboat Springs was hosted by the Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association.

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Last Updated on December 15th, 2018

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Dave is the Founder and Editor in Chief of Go Backpacking and Feastio. He's been to 65 countries and lived in Colombia and Peru. Originally from New York, Dave now calls Austin, TX home. Find him on Instagram and Twitter.