Steamboat Springs Update: End of Ski Season, Spring Events, and New Opportunities
As the snow melts and the Yampa Valley transforms, Steamboat Springs welcomes spring with new energy, local events, and exciting real estate opportunities. While the lifts may have stopped spinning, the fun—and the growth—continues across our vibrant community.
🎿 A Western-Style Sendoff to the 2025 Ski Season
The 2024/25 Steamboat Ski Season wrapped up in true western spirit! Closing Day was a celebration featuring BBQ, live music, games, and a chance to ride the halfpipe alongside pro athletes. The mountain buzzed with energy as locals and visitors alike sent the season off in style.
As we say goodbye to another winter, we want to extend a special thanks to the ski patrol, instructors, lift operators, cooks, staff, and administration who made this season unforgettable.
Until next season, Steamboat!
👉 Learn what happens now that the mountain is closed
🌸 Spring Awakens the Yampa Valley
As “mud season” settles in, Steamboat Springs shifts to a more tranquil pace. Locals emerge to enjoy the quieter trails and parks, and even the moose are making appearances around town!
With the tourist crowds thinning, it’s the perfect time to breathe, reset, and experience the true spirit of Steamboat.
Plus, real estate activity is heating up—great news for buyers with more new listings coming online this spring.
📅 Upcoming Events Around Town
Even though ski season is over, the Yampa Valley’s event calendar is still packed with reasons to get out and explore!
💬 2025 Routt County Economic Summit
🗓 May 9 | Colorado Mountain College
Join local leaders, entrepreneurs, and policymakers for a full day of economic discussions and regional insights. Featured keynote speaker Justin Farrell, Yale professor and author of Billionaire Wilderness, will explore the forces reshaping the American West.
🐾 Routt County Humane Society Adopt-a-Thon
🐶 All April | RCHS – 760 Critter Court
Find your new best friend and support a great cause! Throughout April, the Routt County Humane Society is offering 50% off adoption fees for long-term residents. Plus, local business Three Yellow Dogs will donate $50 for every adoption during the event.
👉 Learn more about the Adopt-a-Thon
🎨 First Friday Artwalk
🖼️ May 2 | Downtown Steamboat
Celebrate Steamboat’s creative spirit! Stroll downtown for the First Friday Artwalk, featuring local galleries, creative spaces, and museum exhibits from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Don’t miss the opening of Amanda Blickensderfer’s “Un-serious Business” at the Depot Art Center.
👉 Details about May’s Artwalk here
🏡 Real Estate Roundup: New Listings and Buyer Needs
Spring is the perfect time to make your move in Steamboat’s evolving real estate market! Inventory is building, and opportunities are growing.
📍 New Listings!
2883 Burgess Creek Rd. #101
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 | $568,000
Turnkey ski-in/ski-out studio steps from the Thunderhead Express lift! Fully furnished with cozy cabin vibes, a private patio, and access to the Scandinavian Lodge amenities (heated pool, hot tub, sauna, and more). An ideal rental-ready investment or mountain escape.
1340 Athens Plaza #5
Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 | $409,000
Beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo with some of Steamboat’s best summer amenities, including pickleball courts and a pool. A fantastic opportunity to own a home in a well-established, vibrant community.
🔎 Buyer Needs – Serious Buyers Actively Searching
Team Yazbeck is currently representing motivated buyers looking for:
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South Valley – Single-family home on acreage, up to $8M
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Ranchette on the River – Single-family with live water, within 30 minutes of Steamboat, up to $10M
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Commercial Property – Office or retail, minimum 1,000 sq ft, good visibility, up to $2M
If you have a property that matches—or are curious what your home might be worth—let’s talk!
🎥 Backcountry Bliss with Steamboat Powdercats
For our latest American Dream TV segment, Team Yazbeck teamed up with Steamboat Powdercats for an unforgettable day on Buffalo Pass, celebrating 40 years of deep powder and even deeper community roots.
From waist-deep turns to après stories at HQ, this episode captures the magic of the backcountry like never before.
👉 Watch the full Powdercats segment here
🌄 Wrapping Up
Spring in Steamboat Springs brings a different kind of magic—quieter trails, blooming landscapes, and fresh possibilities. Whether you’re ready to find your next adventure, discover your dream home, or simply soak in the slower pace, now is the perfect time to connect with everything the Yampa Valley has to offer.
We are here to guide you every step of the way.
📧 robert@teamyazbeck.com
📱 970.846.7685