steamboat springs, colorado
Getting Here
When you visit Steamboat, you're visiting a genuine Colorado mountain town that's steeped in history, surrounded by ranches, barns, horse and cattle, and just so happens to boast one of the biggest and best ski mountains in the country. We are in the heart of the American West, with a ranching heritage that is still such a big part of our community. Read below to find out the best ways to get here and other useful information.
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airport shuttles
Steamboat Springs is only minutes from the Hayden Airport (HDN) and between 3.5 and 4 hours from Denver International Airport (DEN), weather and road condition dependent.
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Prefer to rent your own car while in Steamboat? Steamboat Central Reservations® can help you book your rental car to and around Steamboat from respected rental companies.
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take the Snowstang to Steamboat
Starting December 16, Snowstang will provide 40 days of weekend bus service between Denver and Steamboat Springs on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as the Martin Luther King Jr. and Presidents Day holidays. Passengers can board at either Denver Union Station or the Denver Federal Center. Fares are $20 one-way, or $40 Roundtrip for Steamboat Springs. Additional discounts will be available for Seniors and Children. Children age 2 - 11 ride free with a full fare-paying adult ticket.
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FROM HAYDEN AIRPORT
The Hayden airport is located just a few miles east of Hayden and approximately 22 miles/35 km west of Steamboat Springs off Highway 40. From the airport, take the access road about 2 miles/3.2 km out to Highway 40 and turn right. Steamboat is about 22 miles/35 km east. While there is no public bus service from the airport, but shuttle services are available.
FROM DENVER
157 miles/250 km northwest of Denver, an easy 3 hour drive. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, Exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles/85 km).
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FROM FORT COLLINS
Take CO 14 West, through Poudre Canyon, over Cameron Pass until Walden, CO. Take CO 14 (toward Steamboat Springs) until US 40, and turn right (West) over Muddy and Rabbit Ears Passes to Steamboat Springs.
FROM COLORADO SPRINGS
230 miles/368 km Northwest of Colorado Springs. Take I-25 north to C 470 (53 miles/85 km) then C 470 west to I-70 west (15 miles/24 km). Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles/85 km).
FROM GRAND JUNCTION
Take I-70 West through Glenwood Springs and Eagle to Exit 157 (117 miles/187 km). Take CO 131 North (75 miles/120 km) to US 40. Turn left on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (4 miles).
FROM PARK CITY/SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Take US 40/UT 189 South to Heber City, UT. Stay on US 40, Steamboat Springs is about 5 1/2 hours from Park City.
FROM LARAMIE, WYOMING
Take WY 230 West (Snowy Range exit) through Mountain Home to the Wyoming/Colorado border, the road changes to CO 127. Stay on CO 127 to Walden. Take CO 14 West to US 40 at Muddy Pass and Rabbit Ears Pass to Steamboat Springs.ALTERNATE ROUTES IF RABBIT EARS PASS IS CLOSED
Take this route if US 40 over Rabbit Ears Pass is closed and you're coming from Denver or Colorado Springs. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km). Head west on US 40 until the intersection with CO 134 (6 miles/9.6 km). Turn left and go over Gore Pass (CO 134). At Toponas, take Colorado 131 north to Steamboat Springs (40 miles/64 km). Or, take I-70 west (through Vail) until Exit 157. Take CO 131 North to Steamboat Springs (75 miles/120 km), then left on US 40 to town (4 miles/6.4 km). -
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS TRANSIT
With Steamboat Springs Transit (SST) Free Bus system, getting around Steamboat without your personal vehicle is easy! The City of Steamboat Springs offers a comprehensive system of FREE bus transportation between the ski area and downtown, as well as most hotels, condominiums, restaurants, grocery, and entertainment locations. The ski area is three miles/4.8 km southeast of downtown Steamboat Springs.
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LODGING PROPERTY SHUTTLES
Many local lodging properties offer private shuttle service to take you anywhere in town you might need to go. The extent of the service varies by property.
Call your selected lodging property directly to inquire about shuttle service,
or reach out to Steamboat Central Reservations® for more information:
877-783-2628 [toll free] or 970-879-0740 [International]
TAXI SERVICE
Local taxi service is available and provided by Steamboat Express. Call Steamboat Express at 970-879-2800 for rates and to schedule a pickup time. Please note: Uber and Lyft ride services are not consistently available, and are typically only present on weekends and holidays. rich-text, responsive-table -
Find the parking lot that works best for you
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skier drop off
Gondola Transit Center
Follow the signs in the Transit Center for passenger drop off.
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The Meadows Parking Lot
Open Daily through late November through early April.
Free Shuttle Service Hours: 7:15am – 6:30pm
During these hours, free shuttles run from the Meadows Lot to the base area. Shuttles* depart approximately every 10 minutes. Drop off at Gondola Square Transit Center. Steamboat Springs free public bus (SST) also runs later into the evening, dropping off at Montview across the street from the lot. No overnight parking.
Upper Knoll Parking Lot
Open most days year-round for daytime parking from late November to early April. Short walk to the base. No overnight parking.
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STEAMBOAT SQUARE GARAGe
Parking is $50 Monday through Thursday and $60 Friday through Sunday.
Parking is 6 am – 2 am except for the lower levels, which offer overnight parking.
Use pay station kiosks at lots or the Park Mobile App:- Enter license plate number & credit card number to pay
- All lots free for the first 15 minutes
- Cars parked without using the app or pay station will be ticketed. $82 citation fee
Ski Time Square Garage
Parking is $50/day.
Parking is 6 am – 2 am. Overnight parking is allowed for Steamboat Grand hotel guests only.
Upper level isfor permitted Base Club members daily 7:00a-2:00p.
Use pay station kiosks at lots or the Park Mobile App:- Enter license plate number & credit card number to pay
- All lots free for the first 15 minutes
- Cars parked without using the app or pay station will be ticketed. $82 citation fee
Lower Knoll Parking Lot
Parking is $20/day Monday through Thursday and $40 Friday through Sunday.
NOrthside Parking Lot
Parking is $40 Monday - Thursday, $50 Friday - Sunday. Located between Slopeside Grill and Wrangler Carpet.
Use pay station kiosks at lots or the Park Mobile App:- Enter license plate number & credit card number to pay
- All lots free for the first 15 minutes
- Cars parked without using the app or pay station will be ticketed. $82 citation fee
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Overflow Parking
Strings Parking Lot
Open Daily late November through early April.
Free Shuttle Service: When the Meadows Parking Lot becomes full, parking attendants will direct cars to the Strings Parking Lot, on the eastside of Pine Grove Rd. The free shuttle will provide service to this lot until 6:30pm. Shuttles* depart approximately every 10 minutes. Drop off at Gondola Square Transit Center. Steamboat Springs free public bus (SST) also runs later into the evening, dropping off at Montview, a short walk to the Strings Lot. No overnight parking.
YAMPA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER PARKING (YVMC) LOT
The YVMC parking lot is only for overflow parking on Saturdays and Sundays.
Free Shuttle Service: When both the Meadows Parking Lot and Strings Parking Lot become full on the weekends, parking attendants will direct cars to the YVMC parking lot. The free shuttle will provide service to this lot until 6:30pm. Shuttles* depart approximately every 10 minutes. Drop off at Gondola Square Transit Center. No overnight parking.
OVERNIGHT PARKING
Overnight parking for oversized vehicles is available in the Meadows Parking Lot for $50/night. Contact 970-846-1055. rich-text, responsive-table -
Find the parking lot that works best for you
View Parking Map
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Free parking is available in the Upper Knoll Parking Lot. Short walk to the base. No overnight parking.
Paid Parking
Steamboat Square Garage
Parking is $15/day
ski time square garage
Parking is $15/day
Lower Knoll Parking Lot
Parking is $10/day
Parking is 6 am – 2 am. Overnight parking for the general public is allowed in the Steamboat Square garage. Overnight parking in Ski Time Square is for hotel guests only.
Use pay station kiosks at lots or the Park Mobile App:- Enter license plate number & credit card number to pay
- All lots free for the first 15 minutes
- Cars parked without using the app or pay station will be ticketed. $80 citation fee.
Overnight PARKING
Overnight parking for oversized vehicles is available in the Meadows Parking Lot for $25/night. Contact 970-846-1055. rich-text, responsive-table