Hi all, I’m heading to steamboat this weekend for a trip with friends. I was originally looking forward to floating the river or white water rafting, but I understand the year Colorado has had is shutting most of those attractions down. We have rodeo tickets booked and plan to do hiking, but is there anywhere near steamboat we can still float the river or go rafting? Looking for any suggestions, thanks for the advice!

I’m heading to Steamboat for my bachelor party the weekend of August 7 and was hoping to catch some music in town on Friday or Saturday night.

I was last there a few summers ago and we saw great show at old town pub but am not seeing many shows posted on their site.

Do they have free live music most nights or is it pretty sparse?

Sh!t's on fire yo

Here are some links

News

• Two wildfires reported in Routt County on Sunday afternoon, including 20-acre blaze near Rabbit Ears Pass [Pilot]
• Evacuation, pre-evacuation orders issued near Stagecoach Reservoir for 7.9-acre Green Ridge Fire [Pilot]
• Fishhook Fire and Green Ridge Fire burning near Steamboat [Radio]
• Green Ridge fire: Evacuations in place for areas south of Steamboat Springs [CPR]
• Steamboat Resort turns on Snowmaking Machines in response to wildfires [Radio]
• Steamboat Resort activates snowmaking guns as Fishhook Fire expands in Routt County [Pilot]
• Fourteen roads are closed near Stagecoach Reservoir due to Green Ridge Fire [Pilot]

Maps

• Fishhook Fire - Watch Duty Map
• Green Ridge Fire - Watch Duty Map
• WildFire Watch Camera
• NASA Fire Info Map
• ADS-B Exchange Flight Map

Other

• National Interagency Fire Center - InciWeb - Fishhook

County Resources

• Routt County Evacuation Zones
• Routt County Alerts
• Routt County Active Emergencies
• Routt County Communications (FB)

Resort:

• Mountain Report - Trail Closures

Hi all,
We are driving up from NM in early Feb. We’ll need to drop a car at Hayden and then find transport to the condos near the Sheraton.

A few quick questions—will we be able to find a taxi / uber mid-day? Or do I need to pre-book a shuttle?

The internet wants to convince me that driving through the passes may be tough. If I’m comfortable driving in winter conditions, have AWD, and don’t start the drive in known-crazy conditions, will I be ok?

Thanks all—can’t wait!!

My family and I may be looking to move steamboat this fall with a good job opportunity. We were briefly in town last week and saw tons of rental and for sale signs around but we didn’t have time to really check anything out. Also it’s been a little tough to decipher between what’s a vacation and a long term rental online.

Our ideal rental would be 3bd, 2bath and have a garage or shed for gear storage. Max budget would be around $4500 a month if utilities are included. We have two dogs as well.
Location wise either downtown or around Walton creek road would be preferred, I realize downtown is probably a stretch.

We’re Colorado natives but have been away in Alaska for some time now. We’re definitely used to the high cost of living and long winters. Does anyone have recommendations? We need to be within 20mins or so from town so Hayden, Clark etc aren’t really options.

Hiking out of the North Lake TH (Zirkel Wilderness) a few days ago, and brought home a sweatshirt that was left there. Bright yellow, "Lady Jackets" (as in Yellowjackets). I searched on line and found lots of schools with that mascot, but no photos of this style/color of hoodie. Happy to mail it to its owner...

Anyone else starting to notice these surveillance cameras popping up? According to this website there are a total of 10 now.

Hi all! I am planning a trip for my boyfriend’s 30th bday. His dad and friends are flying in and will be visiting CO for the first time. We live in Denver. The group will be four 30 year old guys, his dad, and me. We will drive in from Denver on Saturday morning (7/18) and leave that Monday. I know 2 nights is quick, but what would you do? I’ve read about the rodeo, hikes, hot springs, etc. They are simple guys who love beer, pool and a nice view. I want to do at least one really good Colorado-ish activity!!

Please give me any MUST dos! Restaurants, fun bars, where to play pool(lol), best views, hikes, tubing?? etc. Is there anything especially cool happening next weekend? Thank you so much and I am so grateful for any recommendations! ❤️

I am heading to Steamboat in a few weeks for my bachelor party and am hoping to play some grass volleyball (we have a net) while there. I just spoke to the city parks and rec office, and they let me know that stakes aren't allowed in any of the public parks.

Where do locals play, if anywhere?

Thanks in advance!

If you had to order whole brisket from restaurant to feed 60+ people. Who’s is your go to?

So far I found:
• Mad Creek BBQ
• Moe’s Original BBQ
• Yampa River Icehouse
• Routtie’s BBQ
• Rick’s BBQ Meats and Catering
• Western BBQ
• Laundry Kitchen & Cocktails
• Back Door Grill
. Other

Looking at spending a long weekend in steamboat with my 2 dogs and wife.

How is the updated Western Lodge Motel? Would prefer to stay closer to town for walkability.

We are seriously thinking of moving from vail to steamboat. Wondering how the snow sport crowds and mountain compare to vail. We very rarely go into the back bowls at vail. Seems like last few years vail has gotten a lot more crowded and cost of living is outrageous. We are looking to downsize and cut some of our living expenses as we near retirement. Looking on zillow we have found properties in our price range that would be acceptable. Just looking for insight on local living in steamboat. Events, cost of living, daily life, public transit, flying in and out of Hayden airport, etc. also, if anyone has recs for local estate agents to assist in our home search. I would want to work part time for the resort as I work in tickets for vail now. Partner has full time employment so would not need to seek employment locally.

Places in steamboat to get a passport photo taken?

Hi there. Our family has some camping plans up in the Zirkel Wilderness area in about a week. Two in the group are in their 80’s; another person (younger, 50’s) has occasional breathing issues from a bout of pneumonia as a child.

I can see the air quality measures right now aren’t great out in the Steamboat area. Anyone have any knowledge about how things are up in Zirkel?

Any thoughts are welcome. Just want to keep folks healthy and safe.

Coming in for the weekend from Denver. How’s the air up there. So devastating to see our beautiful state burning.

Steamboaters,

Going to be up here for 3 nights over the 4th - is the yampa floatable right now or too low?

I’ve been here for 3 years, I’m 28 years old, and I still have yet to really build a community. I’ve noticed that most circles have been friends for 5+ years & they tend to stick to their circles. I go out, work in the service industry, and I’m active.. but I’ve had a really hard time actually making a community here. Is it like that for anyone else? I’ve lived in a lot of places and this is the most I’ve ever struggled.

Hi! I’m visiting from Utah next month and want to do a horse back ride while I’m out BUT I need suggestions on a particular request:

I am 5’ 9” and 245lbs fully clothed/boots/helmet. Most outfitters cap weight at 240lb for the horses wellbeing and I COMPLETELY agree with this. I do not want to put a horse at risk for injury. I’m wondering if there are any outfitters around who might offer draft or draft cross rides that can carry a bit more weight?

I’m only looking for a 1-2hr ride (half day max).

Other important notes: I grew up riding horses competitively into my 20s so I’m not a first timer. I used to do English jumping, western barrels and tons of trail riding. I am pretty strong (work out 4x per week) and understand good riding form.

Thanks for any suggestions!