Still Snowing in Steamboat....Get 50% off last minute lodging!

It's not to late to get some Steamboat champagne powder as an added holiday gift. ResortQuest Steamboat has 50% off lodging for the rest of the year.

Go USA! Go Steamboat! Congratulations to Johnny Spillane, Hannah Kearney, Patrick Deneen, Lacy Schnoor, and Jeret Peterson on securing your spots to the 2010 olympic games.

It's snowing in Steamboat!

Hello Snow! After a few missed weather predictions the snow finally showed up and continued to fall as Big Head Todd and the Monsters took the stage at the bottom of the Steamboat Gondola this afternoon. Check our calendar of events for other upcoming concerts in the Bud Light Rocks the Boat Concert Series.
Keep in mind that from Dec. 27th to Dec. 31st the gondola will be opening 15 minutes early.
The Steamboat Ski Area also announced the opening of Moonlight and Lower Valley View today.
Have a Merry White Christmas and a Happy Holiday from all of us at ResortQuest.

Steamboat is opening new terrain for the Holidays!

The Steamboat Ski Area has announced the opening of Sunshine and South Peak lifts today bringing the ski area's total open terrain to 1,225 acres and 14 of 18 lifts. This includes almost all of the green runs, about half of the blue runs, and about 20% of the more difficult terrain. This is just in time for our holiday guests coming in town this weekend. The next storm looks like it will be coming through Monday and Tuesday, keep your fingers crossed for a big dump!

Steamboat is Opening Storm Peak Express and Thunderhead Express! Wednesday Dec.9, 2009

That means top-to-bottom terrain on Steamboat Ski Resort!

Grab your gear and get first tracks for the year on some of our most popular trails like Buddy’s Run, Tornado Lane, and Upper Vagabond. The crews have worked hard to get these runs ready and Mother Nature has decided to pitch in as well (with 5 inches on Tuesday at 5pm) and it’s still snowing! The resort is currently reporting an 18-inch base at mid-mountain and 19-inch base at the summit on packed powder conditions. With the additional terrain by Wednesday, the resort expects to offer 408 acres, 35 trails, 6 lifts and nearly 3,500 vertical feet of skiing and riding.Go get some snow!

And if you are trying to get town check out ResortQuest Steamboat for some of the best lodging deals in Steamboat!

Steamboat Snow Predictions for 2009/2010 See Lots of Snow in Our Future.

Not all winters produce the insane amounts of snow we all crave, however, this season is predicted to be a winter of huge powder dumps for Steamboat! One of the reasons is credited to El Nino himself. These warm ocean currents result in moist wind and by the time they get to Steamboat the clouds are heavy with Champagne Powder™. Though most meterologists are saying it is more of an “off year” for El Nino, the “off-years” is when crazy things happen like enormous snow storms!

Steamboat Ski Resort has also been allowed a head start on making the white fluffy stuff ourselves with early season cold temperatures (perfect for making snow) during November. And today it is snowing! Just mother nature making sure there will be plenty of snow for opening day November 25! So this season don’t miss out on the chance to experience some deep powder and get great lodging deals with ResortQuest. Don’t worry this season will be epic!

Warren Miller's Dynasty coming to Steamboat!

Celebrating 60 years in adrenaline boosting, awe inspiring, powder junkie ski films. Dynasty combines modern cinematography and state of the art technology with vintage clips from the past 6 decades of Warren Miller footage. Looking forward to another awesome Warren Miller powder tour without having to leave Steamboat, but if you get this Warren I would be happy to be in one of your films. The movie premier is October 29th-30th at The Grand Ballroom and tickets are available for the show at Ski Haus in Steamboat or get them at the door the night of the show.



ONLY 32 days until the lifts start running in Steamboat. Hooray!
Get the best lodging, best service and the best deals at ResortQuest!

Steamboat's Amazing Fall Colors!

This is one of my favorite times of the year in Steamboat. The colors of the sunsets matching the colors of the landscape, the crowds have all gone away, the trails are perfect, and just around the corner is another white winter.

If this sounds good to you, then join us this weekend as the leaves reach there peak. Along with the magnificent changing of the seasons there are several other events going on including the Tour De Forks, First Friday Art Walk, Teton Gravity Research Movie Premier, and live music playing at the Ghost Ranch Saloon; The Boathouse Pub; and Mahogany Ridge Brewery. If you need great deals on lodging for this weekend got to http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/

First Snow Flakes to Fall in Steamboat!

The ResortQuest locals working in the Torian Plum at the Steamboat base area had a welcomed, well most employees liked it, surprise yesterday. With less then 64 days until the ski area opens the excitement caused by the first flakes of the season had me day dreaming about the beautiful champagne fluffies we consistently get in Steamboat. Hope this is another great powder year!

Call 866-731-7575 or visit http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/special/featuredspecial.html to get you lodging and lift ticket packages by October 15th for the best deals!

OktoberWest and Video of Drew Emmitt Band in Steamboat!

Steamboat OktoberWest 2009!

OktoberWest got mixed reviews from locals and guests but it was the first year and it will only get better. Next year we can hopefully look forward to more breweries showing up (they were all at the Breckenridge BrewFest), more merchant booths, and a bigger turnout.

Here is a short clip of the Drew Emmitt Band getting their groove on at the festival.

Here is a Video of the kids Bucking Bull Battle!

Steamboat OktoberWest

Beer, Beer, Beer, and more Beer!


You may already be hooked but just in case you want more then just beer there will be a Pedaling Posse Parade, Suds & Grub beer tasting specials at select restaurants, a Lamb cook-off featuring local chefs, a Bucking Bull Battle, and Pie Eating Contest. If you still are not packing your bags then how about a free concert featuring the Drew Emmitt Band.
http://www.drewemmitt.com/ for more info on the band!

If you are looking for last minute lodging deals for this event you may contact ResortQuest Steamboat at 800-228-2458 or go online to http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-summer-events/oktoberwest.htm

ResortQuest Team Building - Steamboat Ski Area

ResortQuest Steamboat Employees hit the mountain yesterday afternoon for a sunny filled day of recreating. Between the Digglers and the mountain bikes everyone survived and made it to SlopeSide Grill afterwards for beer, apps, and other entertainment....check out these photos!


Also, a farewell toast to Todd Moore the Torian Plum Property Manager. Good luck at your new job!

Mountain BIking in Steamboat.....Fun for the whole family.

View from Emerald Mountain to the Steamboat ski area!

The area surrounding Steamboat Springs is loaded with great mountain biking trails. If you are from out of town, Mt. Werner has fun and exciting trails for all abilities. The Torian Plum is a great starting point for the trails on this local ski hill! If you would like instruction, be sure to sign up for a mountain biking clinic with a local pro. Rent a bike and all of your gear from any of the shops in town or at the base of the mountain and they will probably give you some pointers about where to go. There are single tracks, two tracks and dirt roads to choose from. It’s even possible to load your bike up the gondola and enjoy the ride down without the pain of the uphill. Some of our favorite trails include Pete’s Wicked Trail, Creekside, Valley View and Zig Zag. Another great place to ride straight from downtown Steamboat Springs is Emerald mountian. Head up Howelsen Hill and beyond towards the top of Emerald Mountain, where you have several awesome trails to choose from. In another direction, check out Strawberry Park, Copper Ridge, Hot Springs Loop, or Mad Creek. These trails are all interconnected. For more information and other links visit http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/steamboat-hiking-mountain-biking.htm

Steamboat Summer Events - Wine Festival Coming Up July 30th - Aug 2nd

Stay at the Torian Plum...Just steps from the festival!

Free Wine Festival Tickets, Free Wine Tasting, and up to 20% off of ResortQuest Steamboat Lodging.

Beautiful Video & Images from the Steamboat Balloon Festival

This past weekend is definitely one of my all time favorite weekends of the Steamboat summer. I couldn't help wanting to share with you this gorgeous footage of the Steamboat Hot Air Balloon Rodeo which was posted on the Steamboat Pilot. It really captures the majectic beauty of the landscape, dotted with hot air balloons. Click on the image to enjoy!

There are hundreds of photos floating around the web, on twitter and facebook... and oh so many more waiting to be shared with the world on cameras. Some of our Torian Plum owners very kindly shared a few of their gorgeous balloon festival pics with us also:

Hike from Steamboat Gondola to Base Area

My parents are currently visiting from Australia. On Saturday, we (including my dog, Matilda) went up the Steamboat Ski Area gondola and hiked down to the base area. The hike took everyone about 2-2.5 hours (with lots of photo pauses on the way down). It's a great hike for people coming from lower elevations that may find any significant uphill challenging. The trails are predominantly single-track and weave in and out of the Aspen and pine forests. Steamboat Springs is so incredibly green and bursting with wildflowers right now - and I loved every minute. This is one of my favorite Steamboat hiking trails! Here is my slideshow of photos:



And here are some featured photographs:

Maribou Mountain Bike Trails Grand Tour - Steamboat Town Challenge Tonight!

Steamboat Town Challenge Mountain Bike Race #1 at Maribou Ranch tonight! We took the Grand Tour last week on the trails and had a blast. The trails cover a variety of excellent xc terrain with phenomenal views. Whether you like pushing the envelope around tight switchbacks and blind corners or just taking a stroll in the country this place has it all.

For information on other Steamboat Springs activities visit: http://www.resortqueststeamboat.com/SummerActivitiesSteamboatSpringsColorado.htm

Epic Snow Storm

Check-out this Steamboat Skiing video (provided by Steamboat.com)

The snow just keeps on piling up at the Steamboat Ski Area. Snow has fallen lightly all day today, representing a break in the epic snow storms. Another powerful Pacific storm is expected to affect the region beginning Friday. Snow is likely Friday night and Saturday, according to the National Weather Service. Pack your powder skis and head to Steamboat Springs!

The numbers speak for themselves!

No Fooling!!!!!
Steamboat Snow Report: 4/1/09 14" in 24 hrs, 21" in 48 hrs and 36" in 72 hrs!

Current Steamboat Weather: Snowing!
Steamboat Weather Forecast: Snow!

Need I say anything more!
I would show you a picture but all you would see is snow.
Stop fooling around, make up any excuse and get to Steamboat to enjoy an epic Spring! Need a place to stay - Check out the great spring lodging deals at ResortQuest Steamboat Vacation Rentals.

Winter storm warning for Steamboat until 6pm Wed. 33" & counting!

Forget about putting spring wax on your skis because the Steamboat Ski Area is boasting over 33 inches of fresh powder snow in 48 hours. In the past 7 days we have received over 63 inches of new snow. So far this year we have received 368", exceeding our annual snowfall average of around 335".

I can always tell a good powder day by the snow on my car. If I can open my car door slightly and slam it to release ALL the snow on my car, I know it is going to be a very special champagney snow day! And that's just how my day powder started...

With more than 30 feet of snow this winter, Steamboat has reached another snow milestone, recording a four-wire winter, when the snow stacks up past the fourth row of fence wires. Yampa Valley ranchers have traditionally measured the severity of a Routt County winter by how high the snow stacks up against their four fence wires.

Snow is expected through Wednesday afternoon!

(Photo provided by Larry Pierce of the Steamboat Ski Area)

Get your snorkels out! Epic powder skiing in Steamboat Springs

Powderhounds: rejoice! Golfers: put away your clubs. Mountain bikers: put away your wheels. Winter has returned to Steamboat Springs with a vengeance to deliver one of the best powder days of the season. Personally, today would officially fit snugly in my top 10 ski days ever!

15 inches of text book Champagne Powder® snow fell on the Steamboat Ski Resort overnight, after a warm bluebird day in Steamboat. That's right - the snow all fell after the last chair came to rest yesterday. Better yet, Spring Break for the majority of the country has ended and Steamboat is blissfully quiet. That means there's plenty of freshies to go around!

The 'groomed' runs had well over a foot of light n' fluffy snow ensuring the smoothest skiing imaginable. And the tree skiing... A few turns in Steamboat's tree runs today prove why we are officially renowned for having the best tree skiing. Period.

Can you remember a time when you had a really delicious meal with friends and family? A meal so delicious that everyone is very quite, albeit the occasional "mmm"and expressions of gratitude to the chef? That's what skiing in Steamboat was like today. It was so peaceful and quiet as everyone floated through the powder, with only the occasional "Yeeeee Haaaaaw" to break you away from your mesmerizing turns.

...and it's still snowing!

There's still time to book a Steamboat ski vacation. Take advantage of some of the best lodging and lift deals ever!

Steamboat Springs Back to Winter - 19" in 48 hours

SNOW REPORT: 9"(24hrs); 19.5"(48hrs); Base:70; Total: 346.25"
CONDITIONS: Powder! Powder! (& some gorgeous groomers)
LIFTS: 15/18
TRAILS: 165/165
TEMP: 25/7


Steamboat Ski Resort has returned to peak winter conditions. Steamboat Springs has been blessed with 9 inches of Champagne Powder snow overnight, 19 inches in the past 48 hours, and even more in the days before that. To top it off, it's Friday and the sun is shining again. A powder day and a bluebird day in one? What more can you wish for in life? Cold temperatures? Well, we have that too and that means the snow is perrrrfect!


After a few weeks of the most glorious sunshine and spring skiing, the
Want more good news? There is a break in the storm cycles for the weekend, so be sure to soak up some rays. I recommend hangin' out at the beach at Slopeside, alongside the Torian Plum. And then gear up for more snow to come throughout next week. See our Weather and Snow report. Put your mountain bikes away again and bring out the powder skis once more!The Team at ResortQuest Steamboat would also like to welcome all competitors to Steamboat for the NASTAR National Championships. Good luck! Check-out this great video about NASTAR in the Steamboat Pilot:

• Video: Nastar National Championships, Steamboat 2009

Free Refills in Steamboat!

Restaurants and fast food chains may be getting rid of free refills due to the current economic situation but here in Steamboat Springs if you went down anyone of the 165 trails at the Steamboat Ski Resort this morning you can be assured of getting a FREE refill this afternoon. It has been dumping snow all day long!

Looks like there will be a break in the weather tomorrow. Can you say Blue Bird Powder Day?

On that note I want to go ahead and dedicate tomorrow to all the locals that have survived Spring Break and ask all Steamboat employers to reward the hard working people with a mental health ski day. Who's with me?

If you are not a Steamboat Springs resident get your butt here ASAP to enjoy the awesome ski conditions and the great last minute lodging specials that ResortQuest Steamboat Vacation Rentals has to offer!

(Photo by Larry Pierce of the Steamboat Ski Resort)

Winter back in Steamboat Springs. Snow in the forecast.

After a few weeks of the most incredible bluebird days at the Steamboat Ski Resort, Old Man Winter has returned with his full force. I just love seeing all those animated snow clouds on our weather reports!

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for Steamboat Springs and surrounding areas until 6 a.m. Tuesday. Between 5 and 10 inches are expected by Tuesday morning. The Ski Area reported 2 inches on Sunday night and it has been snowing consistantly all morning.

A chance of snow will remain in the local forecast through Thursday night. Daytime highs this week will be in the mid- to upper 30s, with overnight lows in the 20s and teens.

The Steamboat ski resort will be closed before you know it and you'll have to pack away those skis until next year. So, what are you waiting for. Booking your Steamboat vacation today!

Springing Back to Blogging about Steamboat!

SNOW: 0"(24hrs); 0"(48hrs); Base:63; Total: 296"
CONDITIONS: Packed Powder
LIFTS: 18/18
TRAILS: 165/165
TEMP: 51/26
Steamboat Weather & Snow Report

A whole month has slipped past without a word from out team here at ResortQuest about the ski conditions in Steamboat. There are several reasons I could speculate the lapse in posts: it's partly because we have been too busy carving up the powder, the groomers, Shadows, Closets and everything in between at the Steamboat Ski Area...

It's partly because we have been too busy accommodating guests at vacation rentals. Yes! Despite what everyone says, Steamboat Springs is still attracting skiers and riders from all around the country. Seriously, how could you pass up a ski vacation here - the Steamboat flight deals are unbelievable! And you won't come by lodging deals like these again, such as our "Every 3rd Night FREE + a FREE upgrade!"

It's partly because our security settings were recently changed and I have not been able to access my blog for a few weeks... hmm.

Excuses aside, we are back in blogging business and ready to report every snow flake, storm and epic dump on the Steamboat Ski Resort.

Steamboat has had some deliciously warm weather the past week. Fortunately we had great snow in December and January, and a good start to February. We have a solid, deep base. As I leisurely skied the groomers yesterday, I kept thinking about how days like this are some of my favorite days. I will never pass up a powder day. However, sometimes the freedom from extra layers, neck warmers, and the biting cold is blissful. On the chairlift, soak up the sun on your face, and on your back while your fly down the corduroy.

Steamboat Straightalker, Riley Polumbus, puts it nicely today: "The grooming crews did another stellar job last night they rolled both Rolex and Westside! Depending on elevation, the snow is either a carvy packed powder (top of Buddy's) or a soft and malleable spring snow (Eagle's Nest). I'm going to give the bumps a couple more hours to soften up and take a few more cruisers, I heard Valley View was fun and it too was rolled so I better get on it!"

By the way, now you can also follow-us on Twitter - Steamboat Condos.

A Flufftastic 13" in the past 24 hours!

SNOW: 13"(24hrs); 15"(48hrs); Base:75"-86"; Total: 244"
CONDITIONS: Champagne Powder® Snow!
LIFTS: 16/18
TRAILS: 165/165
TEMP: 24/4

How often do you get to ski up to the lift at 9:30 am on a powder day? Just one of many reasons why I love skiing the boat.
Not to rub it in but we are winning in total snow for Colorado and about 6" short of hitting the 100" mark for January.

Steamboat Ski Resort receives 25 inches in 48 hours!

SNOW: 16" (24 hrs); 25"(48 hrs); Base: 61"; Total: 175"
CONDITIONS: Champagne Powder® Snow!
LIFTS: 16/18
TRAILS: 165/165
TEMP: 17/14

Yesterday may have been another epic Tuesday in Steamboat Springs, but today is undeniably EPIC Wednesday. 25" in two days! That's a LOT of snow! There's fresh tracks to be found all over the Steamboat Ski Resort. With 16" since yesterday and most of that falling after the mountain closed, there is a lot of snowy territory to cover for even the most ambitious skier or rider. The smooth, buttery snow was absolutely bottomless - just lean back and dig those tails in!

The latest storm pushed the cumulative total for the 2008-09 season to within 6 inches of last year’s record-breaking pace.

Steamboat counted a record 489 inches of snow at mid-mountain last winter and by Jan. 7, 2008, the ski area had seen 181 inches fall at Thunderhead Peak. This year’s cumulative total now stands at 175 inches, ski area spokesman Mike Lane said.

January 2009 is actually ahead of January 2008 as of this morning, according to Lane. The ski area has already seen 35 inches of snow this month compared to 15 inches by Jan. 7, 2008.

This year’s monthly totals include 4.75 inches in October, 35.25 inches in November and an even 100 inches in December. The pattern last winter saw 17 inches fall in October 2007, followed by 23 inches in November and 126 inches in December.

Both years were similar in that the weather was unseasonably mild and dry right up to the hour that snowfall began in earnest in late November.

9 inches in 24 hours; 8 inches after the Steamboat Ski Resort Closed

SNOW: 9" (24 hrs); 9"(48 hrs); Base: 51"; Total: 159"
CONDITIONS: Champagne Powder® Snow!
LIFTS: 16/18
TRAILS: 165/165
TEMP: 17/14

Yesterday was bitterly cold in Steamboat Springs (by Steamboat standards, not by mid Westerner standards!!). Last night, a storm system collided with the Steamboat Ski Area and these cold temperatures resulting in 9 inches of fresh powder, 8 of which fell after the ski resort closed. This is the real thing - this is the legendary Champagne Powder® snow that Steamboat is famous for! The lightest blow-blow-off-your-glove snow you can imagine; the kind of snow you float through and it falls back in on your tracks, so it seems like you have endless fresh tracks; no snow man can come of this kind of snow...

I can't capture today's flakes on film, but check these out to get a taste:






This another epic Tuesday. Each year it seems like there is one day of the week that catches all of the snow storms. This year, it seems, Tuesday is the chosen day!

Frankly, if you are not here in Steamboat skiing today, you are missing out. Nevermind, there are plenty more powder days ahead. That is the beauty of Steamboat!

8 inches in a few hours! This is why we live in Steamboat Springs!

SNOW: 0" (24 hrs); 8"(48 hrs); Base: 46"; Total: 150"
CONDITIONS: Packed Powder
LIFTS: 16/18
TRAILS: 165/165
TEMP: 22/10

With so much going on in Steamboat Springs over the past few weeks, I just have not had time to post to our Steamboat Ski Bums blog. That doesn't mean I have forgotten about it! All day Saturday I rehearsed the poetic words that might capture the amazing skiing at the Steamboat Ski Resort. Those words have escaped me now, but let me re-cap.

On Friday evening my husband and I went to see Marley and Me at Wildhorse Stadium Cinemas. We got home late - there was no sign of a winter storm. We went to bed even later - and still no sign of snow.

Like every morning, when our dog woke us up before daylight, we called the ski report. Just 3 inches - well that was a surprise we weren't expecting, but nothing to get too excited about. By 9am, however the ski report reported 11 inches! Yee haw! Now this is why we live in Steamboat.

There were very few people on the resort and each run we hit had little or no tracks. Twister-'cane-'bow (Twister/Hurricane/Rainbow) trees were unbelievable delicious! Not only was it untracked, i couldn't see ANYONE elses tracks. Powder flowed up over my knees as I floated effortlessly through the perfectly spaced trees... One run after another of grins ear-to-ear.

Days like Saturday January 3, 2009 are the reason why we live in Steamboat Springs!

The month ahead is jam-packed with events: The Steamboat Family Snow Festival January 16-18, and just a few days later on January 20 is the hilarious Cowboy Downhill. Check-out the photos! Don't forget about the Steamboat Springs Winter Carnival, the oldest winter carnival west of the Mississippi.

ResortQuest Steamboat Vacation Rentals is having a Super 'Value Season' Sale. Save 30% off 3-4 nights, and 40% off 5+ nights from now until 2/12/2009. If you can't make it by Feb 12, save 30% off 5+ nights 2/13-2/28/2009. Learn more about our Steamboat Springs lodging deals.