Many people know Steamboat Springs as a winter snow skiing destination. I have only been during the summer months. As a treat for my wife to entice her to come on this adventure, I promised her that we would stay a few days in this quaint resort town. It was not directly on the way home, but it was in the general direction. We booked a nice place near the slopes and used it as a base of operations to see a few things in the area. This is more my wife’s style of travel. We of course walked the town and visited some shops and galleries including Thomas D. Mangelsen’s on the Main Street. We also drove to a few places that had scenic hiking trails including Fish Creek Falls, Yampa River Trails, Mount Zirkel Wilderness, Yampa Botanic Gardens, Chuck Lewis State Wildlife Area and Rabbit Ears Pass. The area has a lot to offer and the locals we met were pleased to tell us about their favorite spots. The picture above is of a Broad-tailed Hummingbird at Yampa Botanic Gardens. It was one of my favorite spots in Steamboat Springs. The Botanic Gardens is a bit understated; a little tucked away, but delivering more than expected. The staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. It is a little surprise gift to locals and visitors. I am sure glad we did not pass it up. To see more from this part of Colorado, click here.
a gentle imperative with a simple goal
