Steamboat

Resort Operating Hours:

Comments:

• Uphill reported open: 2025-02-28 05:29:00
• Pass required
• Steamboat Policy Page
• Resort Comments: Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation permits uphill access in accordance with certain policies, rules and guidelines as set forth herein. Please read our uphill access policy carefully, as our guidelines are subject to change from time-to-time. Uphill access is a privilege, not a right. When travelling uphill or downhill, the observance of the Duties of Skiers under the Colorado Ski Safety Act and Your Responsibility Code as adopted by SSRC is required. We thank users in advance for your agreement to and cooperation with this policy and our rules and guidelines. Failure to comply with any aspect of this policy, including requests of ski patrol or other on mountain personnel, may result in suspension or loss of ski/ride privileges. https://www.steamboat.com/the-mountain/safety-and-responsibility/uphill-access
• Schedule: Uphill Access is available prior to 9:00am or after 4:30pm daily. If you have not reached the top of Thunderhead or Storm Peak by 9:00am, users are required to turn around.
• Travel Routes:
  
  Uphill access is a privilege, not a right. Whether you are travelling uphill or downhill, you must observe and adhere to the Skier Responsibility Code and all resort warnings, signage and information. Thank you in advance for your agreement to and cooperation with this policy and our rules and guidelines. Failure to comply with any aspect of this policy, including requests of ski patrol or other on mountain personnel, may result in suspension or loss of ski/ride privileges.
  
  

  • The Uphill access season will open as conditions allow.
  • Skier services are not generally available outside of normal operating hours. In the event of an emergency during those times, you should call 911.
  • During operating hours 9:00am-4:30pm, no uphill traffic is allowed. If you have not reached the top of Thunderhead or Storm Peak by 9:00am, you are required to turn around.
  • Uphill users are strongly encouraged to use the following recommended routes*:

  Wild Blue Way to Shortcut, Vogue, Sitz, Jess' Cut-Off, and then up Heavenly Daze to Thunderhead
  Up Right-O-Way to Giggle Gulch, Short Cut or Yoo Hoo then to Trick Roper or Boulevard to access Heavenly Daze
  Up Right-O-Way to either Vagabond or BC Ski Way to So What to Why Not
  Upper mountain from either Thunderhead or Rainbow Saddle - continue up Rainbow to Calf Roper to Buddy's Run, or Thunderhead to Arc to Duster to High Noon
  *NOTE: Uphill Access from Wild Blue Way to Shortcut to Vogue is unavailable duringNight Skiing operations.
  

  Uphill Usership
  

  • Users must be aware that maintenance, construction and other operations may be underway at any time and that they may encounter snowmobiles, snowcats (including winch operations) and other vehicles operated by resort personnel at any time, day or night.
  • Users must adhere to all posted signs and warnings, including all closed signs, ropes, vehicles working or other closure indicators.
  • Uphill users may not enter closed trails, including trails that have not been opened for the season.
  • Users must avoid all types of machinery, including snowmaking equipment, which can be particularly hazardous due to visibility, difficult surfaces, pressurized equipment and large hoses in the snow.
  • Users must not cross snowmaking lines at any time or interfere in any way with snowmaking operations. Uphill access is strongly discouraged during pre-season setup and post-season breakdown and may be restricted at any time in the sole discretion of SSRC. Please observe all posted signage and remain visible at all times.
  • Users should always keep to the side of runs and be visible from above at all times. Wear reflective clothing and have a light source.
  • All users, whether skiing, skinning, snowshoeing, hiking, walking or otherwise, must have proper equipment necessary to safely ascend and descend their chosen route or they may be turned around or taken down by ski patrol. This includes that traction devices are required for hikers and walkers.
  • No dogs are allowed on the mountain at any time (both during and outside of regular operating hours, day or night), except ADA service dogs. SSRC has determined that this is a safety matter for the animals, our staff and other guests. Failure to comply may result in immediate suspension and/or long-term loss of ski/ride privileges, including uphill access.
  • Boot packing is prohibited.
  • Users must watch the Uphill Access Safety Education video and purchase an Uphill Access Armband, which must be worn at all times.