Snow & Ski Conditions Steamboat

The Steamboat snow report for Mar 21 is a 29" base depth with 17 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

     
0"1"0"0"0"0"

Base

29"
Spring Snow

Summit

49"
Packed Powder

Depth vs Average

56%
vs average of 52" on Mar 21
Snow Reporter Comments: Saturday, March 21st, 2026 – Good Morning Skiers and Riders! This is Laurie with your snow report from 5am for Saturday, March 21st. Remember the easiest way to get up to date information is on the Ikon Pass app or website.   Our Mid mountain base is 29 inches, the temperature is 52 degrees, the winds are 5 miles per hour from the SW, with clear skies. The Summit base is 49 inches, the temperature is 45 degrees, the winds are 16 miles per hour from the WSW, with clear skies. The base temperature is 27 degrees.  We will be skiing and riding on 17 lifts, 142 runs, and 2351 acres on MM/PP snow.  Celebrate spring at Steamboat Resort with the Bud Light Rocks the Boat Concert Series on March 21. Head to Steamboat Square at 3:30 for a free live concert featuring the Wheeland Brothers and their signature blend of surf rock, reggae, and feel-good energy. It’s the ultimate après scene with live music, mountain views, and a crowd ready to keep the day going. Get the details now at steamboat.com/events. 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. 
Lifts Open
17/23 open
Acres Open
2351 Acres Open
Runs Open
142/184 open
Beginner Runs Open
53%
Intermediate Runs Open
88%
Advanced Runs Open
61%
Expert Runs Open
23%
Runs Open
63%

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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