Dinner & Nightlife

For places to go at night, ask the Porches concierge.  Take a private shuttle to and from one of the many Restaurants and nightlife spots downtown Steamboat.

Skiing & Snowboarding

Steamboat Springs is known as "Ski Town USA" for very good reason!   Steamboat Ski Resort is a world-class 3,000 acre ski resort that is getting better every day due to an impressive slate of upgrades and new projects.  Our private shuttle will drop you off at our very own ski-in/ski-out location near the base of the gondola, and you will be amazed at how good Steamboat's ultra-dry, ultra-light champagne powder is!  In addition, Steamboat Springs is the home of Howelsen Hill, the oldest continually-operating ski area in the U.S., which offers skiing as well as numerous opportunities to watch Olympic hopefuls strut their ski-jumping stuff.

Backcountry Skiing

For a truly epic winter adventure, you can take a guided backcountry snowcat skiing trip with Steamboat Powdercats.  One of their skilled guides will escort your group out to an area of pristine untracked powder near Buffalo Pass, and you will be treated to a day of backcountry skiing that you will not soon forget!

Cross-Country Skiing

Cross-country skiing is both a great workout and a relaxing pastime, and offers an enjoyable change of pace from downhill skiing. There are hundreds of miles of cross-country ski trails in and around Steamboat Springs, including at the fantastic Steamboat Ski Touring Center, just up the hill from The Porches.  Also check out the Steamboat Nordic Center for information.

Fly Fishing & Ice Fishing

If you are interested in winter fishing, Bucking Rainbow Outfitters and Steamboat Fly Fisher offer guided fishing excursions that are customized to your preferences and your skill level.

Helicopter Rides

If you'd like to see the Steamboat area from a bird's-eye view, Zephyr Helicopter Company  offers helicopter tours of the spectacular Yampa Valley.

Horseback Riding

For scenic winter horseback rides, we recommend Del's Triangle 3 Ranch and Saddleback Ranch, each located within a 20-30 minute drive of The Porches.  Free shuttle service is offered by Saddleback for your convenience.

Hot Air Balloon Rides

One of the most unique winter experiences you can take part in is to float high above The Porches in a hot air balloon.  Wild West Balloon Adventures  offers early morning flights over the Yampa Valley, with breakfast and champagne included!

Hot Springs

Just 10 miles away from The Porches is Strawberry Park Hot Springs, one of the most beautiful mineral springs in Colorado.  Featuring pools of varying shapes, sizes, and temperatures, it is the perfect place to unwind after an intense day on the slopes.  Please be aware that clothing is optional after dark!  In addition, Old Town Hot Springs is located in downtown Steamboat and offers access to 3 hot mineral pools along with a fitness center, waterslide, sauna, and much more.

Hunting

Enjoy a great Colorado hunting experience. You can choose between Full Service and Drop Camp hunts. No matter which experience you choose, you will be assured of being deep in the wilderness in prime deer and elk habitat.  We recommend Del's Triangle 3 Ranch, Elk River Guest Ranch and Saddleback Ranch, each located 15 to 25 miles outside Steamboat in pristine ranch country, surrounded by wilderness

Ice Climbing

Have fun and adventure in a spectacular mountain setting while climbing a frozen waterfall!  Rocky Mountain Ventures is the only permitted guided ice climbing outfitter in Steamboat.  Expeditions are very safe and no experience is necessary, although all climbers must be at least 13 years of age.  If you love the mountains, don't miss this uniquely exhilarating experience.

Ice Skating

Colorado's premier indoor ice facility is Howelsen Ice Arena, featuring an Olympic-size indoor ice rink skating, figure skating, and broomball.

Massage & Spa Treatments

Our favorite local spas include Life Essentials, Rocky Mountain Day Spa and Sol Day Spa.  Please consult their websites for full spa treatment menus, and don't hesitate to contact the front desk if you'd like to reserve an appointment.

Sleigh Rides

There are a handful of local ranches that offer scenic sleigh ride dinners on winter evenings, most notably Elk River Guest Ranch, Saddleback Ranch,  Bar Lazy L Ranch and Dutch Creek Guest Ranch.  You will enjoy a cozy horse-drawn sleigh ride followed by a delicious dinner served in either a tepee or a lodge, depending on your preference, for a rustic and charming winter experience that is perfect for the whole family.

Snowmobiling

There is a nearly endless supply of spectacular snowmobile trails criss-crossing the Steamboat area, many of which are concentrated around Rabbit Ears Pass and north of Steamboat in the Mt. Zirkel Wilderness.  Steamboat Snowmobile Tours offers guided snowmobile tours to let you explore the mountain corridors winding high above The Porches.

Snowshoe Tours

There are thousands of acres of land that are perfect for snowshoeing in and around Steamboat.  Yampatika and Rocky Mountain Ventures  each offer guided snowshoe tours if you're not quite sure where to go to explore.  Or just rent some snowshoes, head to the top of Rabbit Ears pass, and strap 'em on!

Tennis

Adjacent to our property is one of the finest indoor/outdoor tennis facilities in the country, The Tennis Center.  During the winter, you can enjoy the use of their 6 newly-renovated indoor cushioned hard courts, by reservation only.

Tubing

Snow tubing is available at Saddleback Ranch's Yee Haw Hill.  Tubing reservations often fill up months in advance, so be sure to let us know if you'd like to reserve a time slot.  Saddleback offers a free tubing shuttle for your convenience.