Steamboat Springs was “discovered” and founded by trappers in the 1800s. Today Steamboat has embraced these roots by maintaining a western feel with modern amenities. The town changed from a ranching to community to a skiing destination when Norwegian Carl Howelson introduced Nordic Skiing and jumping. Howelson Hill stands as one of the most famous ski jumping centers in the country. And is also the site of the first chairlift in Colorado.
Both local residents and second homeowners call Downtown Steamboat their home. Located 4 miles northwest of the Steamboat Ski Area and 160 miles northwest of Denver on highway 40, today’s Downtown Steamboat Springs is the cultural, shopping and entertainment center of Northwest Colorado. Numerous art galleries, upscale clothing shops, jewelry stores and gourmet restaurants line the streets of downtown, not to mention Fuzziwigs candy store! F.M Light & Sons, the oldest store in town is one of the few businesses in Colorado to expand during the Great Depression.
New developments have recently expanded real estate opportunities in downtown Steamboat Springs. View Downtown Steamboat Springs properties here.
The Historic Preservation Society has ensured that new buildings retain the feel of original Steamboat, resulting in beautiful new brick buildings with steel and glass accents. Mixed-use complexes offer luxury condominiums, where all your needs can be fulfilled by a short walk out your door. The Free Bus system will take you and your family to the ski mountain without the hassle of having to worry about parking and hauling your gear up to the base of the mountain.
The majority of the mixed use complexes offer shopping and dining on the ground floor and are fast becoming the choice for many homeowners who desire stress-free living with plenty of amenities.
Located just south of Downtown, on the south side of the Yampa River, is Howelsen Hill and its surrounding park. Founded by Carl Howelsen after he arrived in Steamboat Springs in 1914, Howelsen Hill is the oldest continuous use ski area in Colorado. Home to national as well as international ski jumping and Nordic Skiing competitions, Howelsen Hill has been the training ground for 64 Olympians who have competed in over 90 Olympic Games. Steamboat Springs’ world renowned Winter Sports Club uses Howelsen Hill as one of their main training sites year-round.
Summertime brings the pro rodeo series to Howelsen Park. Every weekend from mid-June through August crowds pack the stands at the Romick Arena to see some of the finest Rodeo athletes in the region compete. Attached to Howelsen Hill on the south side rises Emerald Mountain, is a year round recreation area favored by locals. Containing dozens of hiking and mountain biking trails, Emerald Mountain also offers some of the most stunning scenery and landscape the Yampa Valley has to offer. Cutting a beautiful swath through downtown Steamboat is the Yampa River. Tree lined and unmatched in its temper and beauty, the Yampa River offers fishing and water recreation activities throughout the 4 distinct seasons of Steamboat Springs. Whether you are a competitive kayaker searching for the ultimate rush, or a die-hard fly fisherman seeking the solitude of a cool fall afternoon amidst the changing colors of the aspens, the Yampa River may become your sanctuary of choice. The Yampa core river trail, which follows the river from west of downtown to past the Steamboat Ski area south and east allows bikers, joggers, walkers and roller-bladers the perfect place for exercise and relaxation. As the area continues to grow and prosper, Downtown Steamboat Springs will be the residence and investment destination choice of many.
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