Steamboat Springs Snowmobile Tour: Routt National Forest Trails
Ride forested trails to mountain peaks on Routt National Forest's champagne powder
A 2-hour guided snowmobile tour in Steamboat Springs takes you by shuttle to a mountain cabin, then out on forested trails through Routt National Forest to high peaks with an expert guide. You bring your own warm layers, gloves and goggles. The operator provides snowsuits, boots, helmets with face masks available, and all snowmobiles. Check-in happens about an hour before departure for waivers and a safety briefing.
Step-by-step itinerary
Snowmobile tour and mountain exploration
- Check in at the mountain cabin
- Complete liability waivers
- Dress in warm ski layers and provided gear
- Meet guide for safety orientation
- Ride snowmobile through forested trails
- Enjoy scenic highlights and photo stops
The experience
The tour starts at a mountain cabin where you check in, complete liability paperwork and meet your guide for a safety orientation on the snowmobile itself. A complimentary shuttle brings you there since driving to the location isn't permitted. You'll need to bring your own ski layers, gloves, goggles and a camera. The cabin provides snowsuits, snow boots and open-faced DOT helmets, with face masks and neck warmers available to purchase if you want extra warmth.
Once you're on the trail, you navigate through forested terrain leading to high mountain peaks in Routt National Forest. The guide points out scenic highlights and ensures you have time to stop for photos. Whether you're new to snowmobiling or experienced, the route takes you to prime spots for riding Steamboat's renowned champagne powder snow, one of the top snowmobiling destinations in the country.
What’s included
- Expert guide leading the ride.
- complimentary shuttle to the mountain cabin.
- snowsuit, snow boots and DOT helmet.
- warm drinks at the cabin.
- all snowmobiles and equipment for the trail.
Before you book
Prices and times updated 7 days ago
Operated by Steamboat snowmobile tours
Is this one for you?The tour runs at a moderate pace with time built in for photos, so you're riding and stopping rather than covering maximum distance. Minimum age is 16, and you'll need at least moderate physical fitness to handle the snowmobile controls and the 2-hour outing.
Top questions
What should I wear on the snowmobile tour?
Bring your own warm ski layers, gloves, goggles and a camera. The operator provides snowsuits, snow boots and an open-faced DOT helmet. Face masks and neck warmers are available for purchase if you want them.
How does the shuttle work to get to the cabin?
Complimentary shuttle service is provided to the mountain cabin since driving to the location is not permitted. You check in about an hour before departure to complete liability waivers and meet your guide.
What's the terrain like on the forested trails?
You'll ride through forested trails that lead to high mountain peaks in Routt National Forest, stopping for photos at scenic highlights. The route showcases Steamboat's champagne powder snow on some of the top snowmobiling terrain in the country.
Do I need snowmobiling experience to book this tour?
No. The tour welcomes both novice and experienced riders. Your guide provides an essential safety and operational orientation before you head out, and the route is designed to suit different skill levels.
What's included in the tour price?
The tour includes an expert guide, shuttle pickup to the cabin, snowsuit, snow boots, helmet with face mask and neck warmer available for purchase, warm drinks at the cabin, and the snowmobile itself.
Steamboat Springs Snowmobile Tour: Routt National Forest Trails
2h · EN
from US$ 250 per person