If you like boating, fishing and bird-watching, this is an incredible place to stay. The campsites ($20 to $26) on the water are pretty good, but could be a little shadier. A grouping of 10 small cabins ($90), with mattresses and mini fridges, offer some creature comforts. There are 7 miles of trails around the park, open to hiking and mountain biking.
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Steamboat Lake State Park
Steamboat Springs
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3.49 MILES
On the windswept plain at the base of a picturesque peak lies this quasi–ghost town, 27 miles north of Steamboat Springs via Elk River Rd (Routt County Rd…
3.61 MILES
A glorious spot for camping and canoeing, this small alpine lake backs up to aspen and evergreen forests, and has some excellent lake-front campsites ($20…
10.45 MILES
One of the five original wilderness areas in Colorado, Mount Zirkel Wilderness is an untamed, roadless expanse dotted with icy glacial lakes and granite…
4. Bud Werner Memorial Library
22.89 MILES
A perfect indoor break for families, this library has awesome interactive games in the kids' area, a sweet fish tank, free wi-fi and story time. Oh yeah,…
23.06 MILES
A favorite among the area’s community history museums, these restored Victorian homes host an even-handed display about the history of the Native…
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Just 5 miles out of town, Fish Creek Falls is a wonderful hike for families. The 0.8-mile loop takes you to a scenic overlook with views across to the…