Wealthy Travelers

Colorado, during the fall, is alive with colors of gold, yellow, orange and deep reds.  At this time of year, it’s ideal to take a vacation in Steamboat Springs, CO.  Steamboat Springs is located in the northwest corner of Colorado, on the western side of the Rocky Mountains.  The elevation is about 6,600 feet above sea level and is surrounded by national forest and wilderness.  The Yampa River, with headwaters starting in the Flat Tops Wilderness, flows right through downtown Steamboat Springs.

Steamboat Springs is known for it’s world class skiing facilities, with all but one of the USA 2010 Winter Olympic Ski Team hailing from Steamboat Springs.  Although before the snow flies, the fall colors in and around Steamboat Springs are nothing short of spectacular, with hillsides and valleys covered in a mosaic blanket of brilliant yellows, golds, reds and oranges swirled in among the dark green of Ponderosa pines.

Not only can you drive through the mountains to see the fall colors, but there are many other activities available to entertain you.  Mountain biking, camping, hiking, carriage rides, hot air ballooning, or take a stroll in downtown Steamboat Springs to visit quaint shops with crafts made by local artisans; go on a horseback ride on mountainous trails, and then soak your saddle sore body in the natural hot springs.  The fall weather is ideal for taking a quick weekend break, or a vacation for a week.  Enjoy the fall season, for it won’t last long.

1. Dreambuilder Joyce says:

   October 5, 2010 at 1:23 pm

   As I write this, a friend and I are visiting Steamboat Springs. The colors are spectacular with mild, cool weather. And since this is in between summer tourists and the beginning of ski season, there aren’t very many tourists here. Quiet and beautiful!