Ultimate Steamboat Springs Summer Bucketlist

Written By Emily Buchtel

Steamboat Springs is my favorite mountain town in Colorado. There is so much to do all year round. Here is the ultimate guide of 20 restaurants, things to do and see  perfect for your weekend getaway this summer. 

Foodie Spots:

  1. Winona’s Bakery and Restaurant - you HAVE to try the famous cinnamon rolls. 

  2. Ore House at the Pine Grove - fun atmosphere, salad bar, cinnamon rolls as an appetizer and make sure you try the house potato. It is a fried ball of mashed potato goodness coated in a tasty cheese sauce. 

  3. Salt and Lime - Stop by for happy hour from 3:30-5:30 and enjoy great views on the rooftop. The margaritas and tacos are amazing.

  4. Creekside Cafe - Charming cafe with a cozy patio on the creek. Everything here is amazing! 

  5. Mambo - You can’t go wrong here - pizza or pasta it all is so good.

  6. Lyons Soda Fountain - I love this vintage soda fountain on the corner. Grab a scoop of ice cream or get a soda float. 

  7. Oasis Sundeck - Take a ride up in the gondola. Soak in incredible views with refreshing drinks and bites.

Things to do: 

  1. Hike to Fish Creek Falls - The lower falls is a very quick hike down in less than 10 minutes. I would recommend it if you are up for a challenge to hike to the upper falls. The trail has great views and I love all the Aspens. It is 4.5 miles round trip and 1,437 ft elevation gain.

  2. Tube down the Yampa River - You can rent tubes and get a ride on the bus to get dropped off. Click the link for more information 

  3. Strawberry Park Hot Springs - My favorite hot springs in Colorado. Reservations are required and it is CASH only upon arrival. 

  4. Yampa River Botanic Gardens - Free to visit and worth the stop.

  5. Cruise down the Alpine Slide - Fun activities for the entire family

  6. Gondola Ride - Ride up to the top of the mountain. There is a little loop trail you can hike and enjoy bites and drinks at the Oasis Sundeck 

  7. Attend the Rodeo - Friday and Saturdays June 20th - August 23rd

  8. Shop at FM Light and Sons - get all your best western gear here!

  9. Burgess Creek Beach - Fun water area for kids to play in and cool off.

  10. Mountain Biking 

  11. Horseback riding

Upcoming events:

  1. Steamboat Farmers Market - June 7th to September 20th on Saturdays from 9 am - 2 pm 

  2. Hot Air Balloon Festival - Dates to be announced (most likely second or third weekend of July!)

Thank you for all of your support! If you find this helpful and would like to fuel my next adventure please consider buying me a coffee!

Emily Buchtel