Snow & Ski Conditions Steamboat

The Steamboat snow report for Mar 16 is a 35" base depth with 18 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

     
4"0"0"0"0"0"

Base

35"
Machine Made

Summit

57"
Packed Powder

Depth vs Average

84%
vs average of 42" on Mar 16
Snow Reporter Comments: Monday, March 16th, 2026 - Good Morning Skiers and Riders! This is Caitlin with your snow report from 5am for Monday, March 16th. Remember, the easiest way to get up to date information is on the Ikon Pass app or website.   Our Mid mountain base is 35 inches, the temperature is 14 degrees, the winds are 6 miles per hour from the WNW, with Clear skies. The Summit base is 57 inches, the temperature is 6 degrees, the winds 24 miles per hour from the WNW, and the skies are Clear. The base temperature is 21 degrees.  We will be skiing and riding on 18 lifts, 148 runs, and 2,448 acres on Packed Powder/Machine Made snow.  Tomorrow, March 17th, join Smokey the Bear at the Steamboat Ski Resort! Smokey will be joining Yampatika’s Ski with A Naturalist at the Thunderhead Lodge from 1-1:30pm before skiing alongside a Yampatika Naturalist down the green run “Why Not.” Then, catch Smokey and his friends at the base of the Resort from 2-4pm to learn how this winter’s low-snow may impact fire season, and better understand what our community is doing to mitigate wildfire risk. 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
18/23 open
Acres Open
2448 Acres Open
Runs Open
148/184 open
Beginner Runs Open
56%
Intermediate Runs Open
89%
Advanced Runs Open
64%
Expert Runs Open
23%
Runs Open
80%

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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