- The list below includes 20 free or cheap things to do in or near Steamboat Springs, Colorado, including 19 different types of inexpensive activities like Hot Springs & Geysers, National & State Parks, Dog Sleds and Walking Trails.
- From Fish Creek Falls to Yampa River Core Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Steamboat Springs and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Keystone.
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Hikers in Steamboat Springs, Colorado must not miss Fish Creek Falls, which rises 283 feet above the surrounding landscape. The waterfall is easily accessible from several trails and is roughly a quarter-mile from the nearest one.
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Enjoy seven miles of hiking/biking trails when you visit Yampa River Core Trail in beautiful Steamboat Springs. With groves of Cottonwood's, ample picnic areas, fishing, and playgrounds, bring your family outdoors today.
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There is something for everyone to appreciate and enjoy on the near 2.9 million acres of Medicine Bow – Routt National Forests. Ideal for any outdoor activities, visitors can also enjoy the abundant wildlife that call the forest and mountains home.
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Bring your family to the Rotary Park Boardwalk and plan for a day of fun, sightseeing, and adventure. The boardwalk allows you to explore the Yampa River and includes picnic areas, hiking trail access, and river access.
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61105 Routt County Road 129, Steamboat Springs, CO 80428
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Colorado's Steamboat Lake State Park is a favorite destination for anglers, hunters, hikers, ATV riders, nature photographers and wildlife enthusiasts. The park includes protected wildlife areas, rentable yurts, tenting camp grounds and miles of trails.
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1000 Pamela Lane, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477
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Steamboat Springs' Yampa River Botanic Park is a six-acre expanse dotted with 40 separate gardens. The park was founded in 1997 and is free for visitors. Its most popular areas include the hummingbird park, rock gardens and High Country Natives Garden.
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With more than 155 miles of trails, the Mount Zirkel Wilderness Area, features breathtaking beauty around every switchback and turn. Visitors can expect to see the lands teeming with wildlife, plus areas for fishing and horseback riding.
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125 Anglers Drive, Steamboat Springs, CO 80477
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At Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association Visitor Center, visitors can learn about the region's attractions, such as restaurants, parks, festivals, tours, and more. Visitors can also receive recreation passes and maps from the center.
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Located in the Routt National Forest, Snow Buddy Dog Sled Tours, is your opportunity to experience the unique thrill of dog sledding. Family owned and operated, a variety of tours are available for guests who want to enjoy the winter scapes.
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Listen to your personal 'Call of the Wild' and book your adventure with Grizzle-T Dog Sledding. Choose from a variety of sledding packages as you learn to mush your team around the 12.5 mile trail in the Colorado mountains.