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Steamboat Ski Resort ski resort

North America

Steamboat Ski Resort Resort Guide

Opens November 21, 2026

Best months to book: February, January, March · last season + 30-yr record

Opens Nov 21

Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.

Last Snowfall

Oct 25

5d ago

Past 24 Hours

0cm

Past 48 Hours

0cm

Past 10 Days

3cm

7-Day Forecast

11cm

Snow Depth

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Updated: Oct 30, 11:00 PM•Weather at base: 2,103m

Resort Guide

Steamboat Ski Resort is located in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and features nearly 3,000 acres of skiable terrain across six peaks in the Rocky Mountains. Renowned for its unique Champagne Powder® snow, the resort offers a blend of wide-open cruisers, legendary tree skiing, and a welcoming Western atmosphere. Key amenities include a modern base area, diverse dining options, and a full-service ski and snowboard school, making it suitable for families and adventure seekers alike. Steamboat stands out for its authentic ranch town heritage and extensive winter recreation opportunities.

Resort Info

Summit3,222m
Base2,103m
Vertical1,119m
Lifts23
Runs181
Skiable Area3741 acres
Average snowfall314 inches / 798 cm
CountryUnited States

Season dates

Announced openingNovember 21, 2026

Opened by Thanksgiving 9 of 10 seasons on record · last miss 2021-22

Ski passes

Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.

Top Après Ski

T Bar – A favorite among locals and visitors alike, T Bar is renowned for its laid-back vibe, extensive craft beer selection, and hearty après-ski fare, making it the go-to spot for unwinding after a day on the slopes at Steamboat Ski Resort.

Season vs Historic

Updated Fri, Oct 30, 11:00 PM UTC

8cm

Season Total

This Season to Date

-71%

vs 5-Year Avg

28cm avg by now

-63%

vs 30-Year Avg

22cm avg by now

28cm

5-Yr Avg by Now

This season is at 8.2 cm to date. The last completed season totaled ~8.1 cm. That's 71% below the 5-year average (28 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 63% below the 30-year average (22 cm).

Steamboat Ski Resort Season Snowfall

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Steamboat Ski Resort Snow History

Average annual snowfall is 330cm with an average of 78 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 23% above this average (405cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).

Average monthly snowfall history
MonthAvg SnowfallSnowfall DaysAvg Base DepthMax Base DepthBiggest Snowfall
November41cm9 days18cm34cm9cm
December52cm12 days49cm70cm10cm
January51cm12 days79cm96cm9cm
February51cm12 days96cm111cm9cm
March44cm11 days100cm114cm8cm
April44cm10 days86cm104cm9cm
May20cm4 days38cm74cm7cm

Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.

SnowSure Score by Month

Season 2025-26

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No full season on record

42 days scored, from 22 Feb

41

Best Day

22 Feb

0

Excellent+ Days

Scored 50 or above

4

Powder Days

6cm+ fresh snow

Feb
34.47d
Mar
24.430d
Apr
30.65d

Highest-scoring days

February 2026

  • 4122 Feb
  • 3624 Feb
  • 3626 Feb8cm

March 2026

  • 383 Mar1cm
  • 385 Mar
  • 372 Mar1cm

April 2026

  • 373 Apr9cm
  • 364 Apr3cm
  • 312 Apr12cm

February scored highest for Steamboat Ski Resort in 2025-26. Based on 42 days the resort was verified open. One season of scores describes what happened, not what to expect.

Season at a Glance

1 tracked season

Last completed season(2025-26)

135 days

Nov 22, 2025 → Apr 5, 2026

Next season(2026-27)

Opens Nov 21, 2026

Through Apr 5, 2027

Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.

Best Months to Visit

February

Peak Season

January

Peak Season

March

Good

December

Good

Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.

Frequently asked questions about Steamboat Ski Resort

Where is Steamboat Ski Resort?
Steamboat Ski Resort is a ski resort in the United States.
How high is Steamboat Ski Resort?
Steamboat Ski Resort runs from a base elevation of 2,103 m (6,900 ft) to a summit of 3,222 m (10,571 ft), giving a vertical drop of 1,119 m (3,671 ft).
How big is Steamboat Ski Resort?
Steamboat Ski Resort has 3,741 acres (1,514 hectares) of skiable terrain, 181 marked runs and 23 lifts.
Which ski pass covers Steamboat Ski Resort?
Steamboat Ski Resort is on the Ikon Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
When is ski season at Steamboat Ski Resort?
Steamboat Ski Resort typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
How much snow does Steamboat Ski Resort get in a typical season?
Steamboat Ski Resort averages 314 inches / 798 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.