Snow & Ski Conditions Steamboat

The Steamboat snow report for Jan 21 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"1"0"0"0"0"

Base

27"
Packed Powder

Summit

40"
Packed Powder

Depth vs Average

74%
vs average of 37" on Jan 21
Snow Reporter Comments: Wednesday, January 21, 2026 - Good Morning Skiers and Riders! This is Eli with your 5 am snow report for Wednesday, January 21st. Remember the easiest way to get up to date information is on the Ikon Pass app or website.    Our Mid mountain base is 27 inches, the temperature is 20 degrees, the winds are 11 miles per hour from the west, with clear skies. The Summit base is 40 inches, the temperature is 11 degrees, the winds 19 miles per hour from the west. The base temperature is 5 degrees.  We will be skiing and riding on 19 lifts, 142 runs, and 2,451 acres on Packed Powder. The Steamboat Ascent Series kicks off tonight, with Mt. Werner Madness at Steamboat Resort, launching a high-energy ski mountaineering race series as part of the Town Challenge. With courses for all ability levels, multiple divisions, and post-race celebrations at Los Locos, it’s all about competition, community, and après done right. Don’t miss the action tonight and throughout the season—head to steamboat.com/events for full event details 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
21/22
Intermediate Runs Open
63/68
Advanced Runs Open
51/73
Expert Runs Open
7/16
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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