Snow & Ski Conditions Steamboat

The Steamboat snow report for Jan 20 is a 27" base depth with 19 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"0"1"0"0"0"

Base

27"
Packed Powder

Summit

41"
Packed Powder

Depth vs Average

77%
vs average of 35" on Jan 20
Snow Reporter Comments: Tuesday, January 20, 2026 - Good Morning Skiers and Riders! This is Caitlin with your 5 am snow report for January 20th. Remember the easiest way to get up to date information is on the Ikon Pass app or website.   Our Mid mountain base is 28 inches, the temperature is 21 degrees, the winds are 5 miles per hour from the WNW, with Clear skies.   The Summit base is 41 inches, the temperature is 12 degrees, the winds 21 miles per hour from the West, with Clear skies. The base temperature is 4 degrees.  We will be skiing and riding on 19 lifts, 142 runs, and 2,451 acres on Packed Powder.  It’s Skier Safety Awareness Month, and we’re celebrating with a chance to meet the Steamboat Avalanche Dogs. From January 20th through the 25th, stop by Steamboat Square near the bottom of the escalator to say hello to the avy dogs. Visit daily from 3 to 4 p.m., check out Avy Dog merch at the Giddy Up Trailer, and learn more about mountain safety. For full event details, head to 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.  Ski and Ride with Care and we will see you on the mountain! 
Lifts Open
19/23 open
Acres Open
2451 Acres Open
Runs Open
142/184 open
Beginner Runs Open
87%
Intermediate Runs Open
83%
Advanced Runs Open
62%
Expert Runs Open
17%
Runs Open
66%

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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