Snow & Ski Conditions Steamboat

The Steamboat snow report for Jan 11 is a 34" base depth with 19 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

  
6"0"3"12"5"0"

Base

34"
Packed Powder

Summit

50"
Powder

Depth vs Average

100%
vs average of 34" on Jan 11
Snow Reporter Comments: Good Morning, Skiers and Riders! This is Laurie with your 5 am snow report for Sunday, January 11th. Remember, the easiest way to get up to date information is on the Ikon Pass app or website.   Our Mid mountain base is 34 inches, the temperature is 16 degrees, the winds are calm, with partly cloudy skies. The Summit base is 50 inches, the temperature is 13degrees, the winds are 10 miles per hour from the NW, with partly cloudy skies. The base temperature is -1 degree.  We will be skiing and riding on 19 lifts, 121 runs, and 1692 acres on P/PP snow.  Today, Ski Patrol is conducting avalanche mitigation. The following runs may have delays or closures - East Face, N. St. Pats, and No Names. Resort boundary Gates 2, 3, 4, 6, and 8 are closed. Morningside Lift may have delays or closures. Plan your route accordingly and respect all closures. Before you head up this morning, head to Cowboy Coffee located in The Range Food and Drink Hall. Grab a cup of coffee and breakfast burrito for the perfect morning fuel. 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.  If you are thinking of exploring outside the ski area boundaries, and don’t know exactly where you are going, don’t go.  Ski and Ride with Care and we will see you on the mountain! 
Lifts Open
19/23 open
Acres Open
1692 Acres Open
Runs Open
121/184 open
Beginner Runs Open
35%
Intermediate Runs Open
69%
Advanced Runs Open
44%
Expert Runs Open
4%
Runs Open
45%

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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