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Great Family Skiing in Steamboat Springs

A March 2002 trip to Steamboat Springs by luv2trvl

Great Family Ski destination. Friendly and down to earth people. Great skiiing for all levels. Kids under 12 ski free with paying adult.

  • 5 reviews

Great Family Skiing in Steamboat SpringsBest of IgoUgo

Overview

Great skiing for all level skiiers. Fabulous outdoor mountain dining during spring ski season. After an exhilarating day of skiing, relax at your condo's hot tub and go out for a wonderful dinner in town. Free bus line runs like clockwork.

Quick Tips:

Fly into Hayden. Rent your skis or boards at the slope. Kids rent and ski free with a paying adult.

Best Way To Get Around:

Stay at a hotel or condo with a private on demand shuttle or stay along the free bus line. The buses run great. You can get to town or grocery store very easily. The Alpine airport shuttle is pretty efficient. It runs about round trip for adults and approx for children. The only complaint I have is that they pick you up extremely early for your return flight.

The Ranch at SteamboatBest of IgoUgo

Hotel

Fully equipped 1-3 bedroom condos. Many different buildings. Very homey and comfortable. Some are more recently updated than others. Ask for an updated unit. Great value. Washer and dryer in all units. Nice pool and hot tubs. You may want to request a unit near the pool so you don't freeze getting there. About 1 mile from base of mountain. Private on demand shuttle runs exceptionally well. Continuous mountain runs all day. Call when you want to go to store or town. Call again when you want to be picked up. We rarely waited more than 10-15 minutes. Besides getting where you want to go, you meet lots of great people on the shuttle.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by luv2trvl on September 29, 2002

The Ranch at Steamboat
2150 Resort drive Steamboat Springs, Colorado
(970) 879-3700

Steamboat SmokehouseBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant | "Streamboat Smokehouse"

Great barbeque including ribs, brisket, pork, wings etc. Excellent barbeque sauce, mild or hot. Many tasty sides including: Mashed potatoes, fries, beans etc. Many types of beer on tap. Fantastic root beer.

Nice casual atmosphere. They have barrels of peanuts for you to enjoy while you wait for your food. Feel free to throw your shells on the floor. No reservations so be prepared to wait during the busy season.

  • Member Rating 3 out of 5 by luv2trvl on September 30, 2002

Steamboat Smokehouse
912 Lincoln Ave. Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487
970-879-5570

Slopeside GrillBest of IgoUgo

Restaurant

Take a ski break and have a great lunch slopeside. Located near the base of the preview run. Excellent soups and white chicken chili. Full menu includes appetizers, sandwiches, pasta and pizza. They have heated outdoor area but go early or late to avoid waiting for an outside table.

A nice casual place for dinner also. They a nice bar and it is usually very lively. Great spot to go after tubing.

  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by luv2trvl on September 30, 2002

Slopeside Grill
1855 Ski Time Square Dr Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487
(970) 870-8051

Steamboat Ski and Snowboard SchoolBest of IgoUgo

Attraction | "Steamboat Mountain"

Great snow. Even in the late spring, there is plenty of snow. Kids ski and rent free when you purchase adult multiple day passes. Ski school offers many alternatives. Excellent instructors. Mountain is very easy to navigate.
  • Member Rating 4 out of 5 by luv2trvl on September 29, 2002

Steamboat Ski and Snowboard School
2305 Mt. Werner Circle Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80487
(800) 299-5017

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