Grand County & Routt County
Snow Sports
Rabbit Ears is a known destination for snowmobilers and back country explorers around the country. The location and topography make for an epic trip to enjoy fluffy powder and open meadows to play in all day.
The West side of the relatively flat 'summit' of the pass is designated for non-motorized use and there are many good ski and snow shoe trails (fox run is our favorite). The East side is primarily used by Snowmobilers and can be accessed from the house through the National Forrest north to Buffalo Park an on to Buff(alo) Pass where the going is usually good into April.
16 locals recommend
Rabbit Ears Pass
Rabbit Ears is a known destination for snowmobilers and back country explorers around the country. The location and topography make for an epic trip to enjoy fluffy powder and open meadows to play in all day.
The West side of the relatively flat 'summit' of the pass is designated for non-motorized use and there are many good ski and snow shoe trails (fox run is our favorite). The East side is primarily used by Snowmobilers and can be accessed from the house through the National Forrest north to Buffalo Park an on to Buff(alo) Pass where the going is usually good into April.
Steamboat Ski Resort
2305 Mt Werner Cir
Bluebird Backcountry
12210 Colorado 14Colorado’s Backcountry ski area
Bluebird is Colorado’s newest ski area
Grand lake is good Summer and Winter but it is known as the snowmobile capital of the US. The State and City spare no expense keeping trails groomed and well marked (paid for by our snowmobile registrations of course). My favorite ride is from Grand Lake to Gould and then up Bull Mountain. It is 120 miles round trip so plan on stopping at the Howling Coyote for some lunch.
204 locals recommend
Grand Lake
Grand lake is good Summer and Winter but it is known as the snowmobile capital of the US. The State and City spare no expense keeping trails groomed and well marked (paid for by our snowmobile registrations of course). My favorite ride is from Grand Lake to Gould and then up Bull Mountain. It is 120 miles round trip so plan on stopping at the Howling Coyote for some lunch.
XC Skiing - Day pass -6mi away
World-Class Skiing
50km of Groomed Trials & 200 Miles of Backcountry Powder
Latigo Ranch guests, who have skied all over the state, proclaim that Latigo Ranch offers some of the finest cross-country skiing available in Colorado. We machine groom 50km of trail, covering varied terrain from flat beginning track to challenging advanced. All of our cross country ski track is groomed for both classic and skate skiing. For backcountry or telemark aficionados, we are surrounded by over 200 square miles of deep powder in the National Forest.
Latigo Ranch
201 County Road 1911XC Skiing - Day pass -6mi away
World-Class Skiing
50km of Groomed Trials & 200 Miles of Backcountry Powder
Latigo Ranch guests, who have skied all over the state, proclaim that Latigo Ranch offers some of the finest cross-country skiing available in Colorado. We machine groom 50km of trail, covering varied terrain from flat beginning track to challenging advanced. All of our cross country ski track is groomed for both classic and skate skiing. For backcountry or telemark aficionados, we are surrounded by over 200 square miles of deep powder in the National Forest.
Buffalo Pass - Car Park
32586 Forest Rd 60
Grand Lake Visitor Center
14700 US-34Grand Lake
Colorado Adventure Park
566 County RdCity/town information
Closest town to the house at 12 miles. Has all the basics (beer, bread and bacon). Well, ok, it has more than that. Top notch 4th of July festival, get a great steak, some pie, and watch fireworks from the park.
Kremmling
Closest town to the house at 12 miles. Has all the basics (beer, bread and bacon). Well, ok, it has more than that. Top notch 4th of July festival, get a great steak, some pie, and watch fireworks from the park.
Steamboat is almost an hour away but the drive itself is worth the trip. Go over Gore Pass and visit all the small historic towns along the way, then come back over Rabbit Ears Pass. Once in steamboat you can walk the Main Street and do some shopping (stop in to F.M. Light and Sons to get your western on) or bring the skis or bike and hit the slopes. Before you leave grab a bite of mountain pie at Beau Joes Pizza. I think you will agree that Steamboat is one of the best small town atmosphere ski towns around, but don't tell anyone!
45 locals recommend
Steamboat Springs
Steamboat is almost an hour away but the drive itself is worth the trip. Go over Gore Pass and visit all the small historic towns along the way, then come back over Rabbit Ears Pass. Once in steamboat you can walk the Main Street and do some shopping (stop in to F.M. Light and Sons to get your western on) or bring the skis or bike and hit the slopes. Before you leave grab a bite of mountain pie at Beau Joes Pizza. I think you will agree that Steamboat is one of the best small town atmosphere ski towns around, but don't tell anyone!
Hot Sulphur Springs
Oak Creek
On the water
Stagecoach State Park
25500 Co Rd 14
Steamboat Lake State Park
61105 Rcr 129This reservoir is a local gem and only 6 miles from the house. Avoid the crowds that are at other lakes. Great place to go for a picnic or a day of surfing and wake boarding.
Wolford Campground Boat Rentals
27219 US-40This reservoir is a local gem and only 6 miles from the house. Avoid the crowds that are at other lakes. Great place to go for a picnic or a day of surfing and wake boarding.
Grand lake is good Summer and Winter but it is known as the snowmobile capital of the US. The State and City spare no expense keeping trails groomed and well marked (paid for by our snowmobile registrations of course). My favorite ride is from Grand Lake to Gould and then up Bull Mountain. It is 120 miles round trip so plan on stopping at the Howling Coyote for some lunch.
38 locals recommend
Grand Lake Marina
1132 Lake AveGrand lake is good Summer and Winter but it is known as the snowmobile capital of the US. The State and City spare no expense keeping trails groomed and well marked (paid for by our snowmobile registrations of course). My favorite ride is from Grand Lake to Gould and then up Bull Mountain. It is 120 miles round trip so plan on stopping at the Howling Coyote for some lunch.
Williams Fork Reservoir
Day Trips
Winter Park Resort
85 Parsenn Rd
Copper Mountain
Granby Ranch
1000 Village Rd
Howelsen Hill Ski Area
Howelsen Parkway
Breckenridge
Food scene
Beau Jo's Colorado style Pizza
704 Lincoln Ave
Winona's Restaurant
617 Lincoln Avenue
Laundry
127 11th St
Mambo Italiano
521 Lincoln Ave
Creekside Cafe & Grill
131 11th St
Freshies Restaurant
145 Trafalger Dr
Besame Steamboat
818 Lincoln Ave
8th Street Steak House
50 8th St
The Dean West
207 Central St
Grand Old West
Big Shooter Coffee
311 Park Ave
Grand Adventure Brewing Company
Things To Do
Steamboat Pro Rodeo 0
401 Howelsen Pkwy
Strawberry Park Natural Hot Springs
44200 Co Rd 36
Radium Hot Spring
Rusty Spurr Ranch
387 County Road