Snow & Ski Conditions Steamboat

The Steamboat snow report for Dec 16 is a 15" base depth with 11 of 23 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Steamboat are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
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Recent Snowfall

      
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Base

15"
Machine Made

Summit

20"
Packed Powder

Depth vs Average

58%
vs average of 26" on Dec 16
Snow Reporter Comments: Good Morning Skiers and Riders! This is Caitlin with your 5 am snow report for Tuesday, December 16th. Remember the easiest way to get up to date information is on the Ikon Pass app or website.   Our Mid mountain base is 15 inches, the temperature is 33 degrees, the winds are calm with Partly Cloudy skies. The Summit base is 20 inches, the temperature is 25 degrees, the winds 20 miles per hour from the West, with Partly Cloudy skies. The base temperature is 13 degrees.  We will be skiing and riding on 11 lifts, 24 runs, and 173 acres on Packed Powder/Machine Made snow.  Before you head up this morning, grab a cup of coffee, breakfast burrito, or pastry at Cowboy Coffee located in The Range. Open daily at 7am. Stay in the know with the Ikon Pass App. Find it in the app store on your mobile device and get lift and trail statuses, conditions updates, and more.  Ski and Ride with Care and we will see you on the mountain! 
Lifts Open
11/23 open
Acres Open
173 Acres Open
Runs Open
24/184 open
Beginner Runs Open
19%
Intermediate Runs Open
11%
Runs Open
5%

Resort Overview

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Nov 22
Projected Opening
Apr 19
Projected Closing
Steamboat, located in northwestern Colorado’s Yampa Valley, is a renowned ski destination celebrated for its authentic Western heritage and signature Champagne Powder® snow. With 3741 acres of skiable terrain, the resort spans six peaks and offers a vertical drop of 3666 ft, making it one of the largest in the state. Annual snowfall averages 292 inches, supported by extensive snowmaking across key areas. The base elevation sits at 6900 ft, rising to a summit of 10566 ft.The mountain features 184 trails served by 23 lifts, including gondolas, high-speed sixes, and surface lifts. Trail difficulty is well distributed: 12% beginner, 38% intermediate, 41% advanced, and 9% expert. Families will appreciate the dedicated learning zones like Greenhorn Ranch, tubing lanes, and gentle runs such as Right-O Way. The resort also offers three terrain parks and two pipes, catering to freestyle skiers and snowboarders of all levels.Steamboat’s appeal lies in its blend of expansive terrain, laid-back atmosphere, and rich local culture. Visitors are drawn to its scenic bowls, tree-lined descents, and the welcoming vibe of Steamboat Springs town just minutes away. Whether you're chasing powder, exploring ridgelines, or relaxing in natural hot springs, Steamboat delivers a well-rounded mountain experience that keeps skiers coming back year after year.

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