Ski Haus
Steamboat Springs,
Colorado
Day Hiking and The Simple Life
| a trail,
a pace of leisure,
a day well spent.
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It's such a simple activity to do that lots of people forget all
about day hiking. They hang out on the porch watching the day go
by and wonder why there is nothing to do. Nothing to do? Come On!
Take a hike!
The local list of great trails is extensive. Not sure about Where
To Hike? How about Fish Creek Falls, Spring Creek, Emerald Mountain,
Sarvis Creek, Mount Werner, Mad Creek, Silver Creek, Rabbit Ears
Pass, Buffalo Pass.... Nothing to do? No where to go? Are you sure?
The simplicity of the day hike is its greatest appeal. There is
barely a gear list. In fact, What To Take
can be as simple as some adequate Footwear,
a shirt, and a water bottle. Your gear list will vary with the trails
you decide to hike and how long you plan to stay out.
The skills required for day hiking are practically nonexistent.
A little common sense, an awareness of your surroundings (including
watching the skies for Lightning)
and some motivation are just about all you need.
Ski Haus has everything you need to hit the trail for a day. We
have a great selection of maps, water bottles, hiking boots, rain
gear, day packs, sunscreen, film, socks, shoe laces, guide books,
shorts, t-shirts, hats, waist packs, hydration packs, sunglasses,
snacks, food, drinks... heck we'll go hiking for you if you want!
Day Hiking Suggestions
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We stock USGS and
Trails Illustrated Maps!
Ski Haus also stocks a huge selection
of guide books for Steamboat Springs, Colorado, and the
West.
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Fish Creek Falls:This trail is used a lot but
there are ways to hike this trail without feeling the crush.
Start early in the morning or start later in the afternoon.
Hike this trail on weekdays and avoid the weekend crowds.
Having said that we've probably scared you off but this
trail is worth it. It offers super easy access, great views
of the valley, and a great alpine feel without having to
go to a great effort. Take 3rd Street to Fish Creek Falls
Road, drive to main parking lot and trailhead. $3 parking
fee.
Rabbit Ears Pass: The Pass offers wonderful hiking
and wildflower viewing opportunities. Rabbit Ears Peak,
Walton Peak, The Continental Divide Trail and tons of alpine
lakes are all available to the day hiker.In the winter,
Rabbit Ears, is a cross country skiers paradise and hiking
the familiar ski trails offers a good time for the bushwhacking
hiker. From Steamboat Springs drive east on Highway 40 for
twenty to 30 minutes. A wildflower mecca!
Silver Creek - Sarvis Creek: Both these trails are
located in the Sarvis Creek Wilderness. They are out and
back type trails for the day hiker. This wilderness area
is a little unusual for Colorado because the entire wilderness
area is below treeline. There are still wonderful vistas
to be had and following the cool flowing creeks gives lots
of opportunities for the hiker to pause and enjoy. To reach
Silver Creek take Highway 40 from Steamboat Springs to Highway
131. Turn South on 131 and turn left on CR 14. Follow 14
to Stagecoach Reservoir and turn left on CR16. Watch for
the trailhead off of CR 16 on the left. To reach Sarvis
Creek follow the same directions but before you reach Stagecoach
turn left on the Dam access road and follow that to the
Trailhead.
Devils Causeway: Located in the Flat Tops Wilderness,
the Devils Causeway gets its name from a tiny rock crossing
that drops away hundreds of feet on either side. Not for
the faint of heart, this trail is spectacular with it's
alpine setting and big climbs. This hike offers a superior
loop hike but be ready for an all day affair. To reach the
Causeway, take Highway 40 to 131. South on 131 to the town
of Yampa. Follow CR 7 to Stillwater Reservoir. The trail
starts here.
These are only a scratch on the surface of available trails
for the hiker in Steamboat Springs. Ski Haus stocks a huge
selection of guide books and maps for our area.
Give us a call, email us, or stop on in!
We'll be happy to help you plan your hike and help you with
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