Things to Do in Steamboat Springs, Colorado: Sunset’s Insider Travel Guide

Sunset’s Insider Guide series highlights seasonal diversions and secret journey suggestions from native consultants. Comply with alongside as we study the place to eat, drink, keep, and store.

Meet the insider: Victoria Ohegyi, advertising and marketing director for Hala Gear SUP

Based mostly in Steamboat Springs, Hala Gear provides all of the inflatable boards, paddles, and steering it is advisable to stand-up paddleboard with ease. Forward of summer time adventures on close by lakes, we requested advertising and marketing director Victoria Ohegyi for her high spots to go to. Enjoyable truth: She used to assist prep breakfast at Mariposa Lodge Mattress & Breakfast, and in addition labored at Off The Crushed Path store the place you’ll discover a “stellar used e book part.” Listed here are different favorites.

WHERE TO EAT:

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Yampa Valley Kitchen provides seasonal breakfast and lunch with “distinctive twists on the classics,” like a Reuben with Yampa Valley-raised wagyu and kimchi.

WHAT TO DO:

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Paddle! “There are a number of calm lakes situated across the space,” Ohegyi says. “Lease a paddleboard from GearSpace and head as much as Steamboat Lake for a serene cruise with epic views” of Hahns Peak within the background, or enterprise out to Stagecoach Reservoir south of city for a enjoyable, kid-friendly float.”

WHERE TO STAY:

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Positioned inside strolling distance of downtown, Mariposa Lodge Bed and Breakfast is a “cozy, family-run mattress and breakfast that provides charming personal suites adorned with timeless Western decor and home made quilts,” Ohegyi says. “Beth, the host, works instantly with native agricultural producers when designing her full breakfasts, promptly served at 8 a.m. each morning.

WHERE TO DRINK:

“When you’re searching for a real, native expertise, undoubtedly cease at Sunpie’s. It’s situated instantly on the Yampa River.” Paddlers cease in after (or typically whereas) “floating to seize stiff drinks and fast, Cajun-style meals.”

WHERE TO SHOP:

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“Get river-ready at GearSpace, situated a stone’s throw from the river. GearSpace provides every little thing any paddler may need for a day on the water, together with leases, security gear, attire, and extra. If you’re carried out, cease by Off The Beaten Path bookstore to get caffeinated.” The cafe options “enjoyable, literary-themed espresso drinks and handmade pastries.”