Summer Food and Drink Stashes
Published July 2026
Summer days at Steamboat have a way of unfolding naturally. A scenic gondola ride turns into lunch with a view. An afternoon adventure leads to live music. A quick drink becomes a sunset you'll be talking about long after your trip is over.
While the trails, events, and mountain views may get most of the attention, some of the best summer experiences happen around the table. From mountaintop happy hours to family-friendly hangouts, here are a few of our favorite ways to eat, drink, and make the most of summer on the mountain.
Start at the Top
One of the best ways to spend a summer afternoon is at Thunderhead Lodge. Grab a coffee, cold drink, or snack from Cowboy Coffee and settle in on the Thunderhead Lawn. With wide-open views, plenty of space for kids to play, and a relaxed mountain atmosphere, it's the perfect place to slow down and enjoy the moment. Planning to stay for Sunset Happy Hour later in the evening? Arrive a little early and make an afternoon of it. While you're there, head over to the Oasis Sundeck for live music on weekends from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pair mountain views with lunch, a refreshing drink, and local musicians providing the soundtrack to your day at 9,000 feet.
The Ultimate Family Hangout
For families, The Range is more than a place to grab a bite—it's a place to spend the afternoon. Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., live DJs keep the energy high while guests enjoy food, drinks, and time together. Just outside, Skeeter's Lawn offers plenty of ways for kids to burn off energy with lawn games, a bounce house, gem mining, and open space to play. It's the kind of place where lunch turns into an afternoon adventure and everyone finds something to enjoy. rich-text, responsive-table
Summer days at Steamboat have a way of unfolding naturally. A scenic gondola ride turns into lunch with a view. An afternoon adventure leads to live music. A quick drink becomes a sunset you'll be talking about long after your trip is over.
While the trails, events, and mountain views may get most of the attention, some of the best summer experiences happen around the table. From mountaintop happy hours to family-friendly hangouts, here are a few of our favorite ways to eat, drink, and make the most of summer on the mountain.
Start at the Top
One of the best ways to spend a summer afternoon is at Thunderhead Lodge. Grab a coffee, cold drink, or snack from Cowboy Coffee and settle in on the Thunderhead Lawn. With wide-open views, plenty of space for kids to play, and a relaxed mountain atmosphere, it's the perfect place to slow down and enjoy the moment. Planning to stay for Sunset Happy Hour later in the evening? Arrive a little early and make an afternoon of it. While you're there, head over to the Oasis Sundeck for live music on weekends from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Pair mountain views with lunch, a refreshing drink, and local musicians providing the soundtrack to your day at 9,000 feet.
The Ultimate Family Hangout
For families, The Range is more than a place to grab a bite—it's a place to spend the afternoon. Every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., live DJs keep the energy high while guests enjoy food, drinks, and time together. Just outside, Skeeter's Lawn offers plenty of ways for kids to burn off energy with lawn games, a bounce house, gem mining, and open space to play. It's the kind of place where lunch turns into an afternoon adventure and everyone finds something to enjoy. rich-text, responsive-table
Happy Hour with a View
After a day on the trails, few things pair better with mountain views than a great happy hour.
At Hazie's, guests can enjoy the 3-2-1 Happy Hour specials featuring:
Saturday Nights at Hazie's
Looking for a summer evening that feels a little different? Make your way to Hazie's for Jazz & Martini Night. Most Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., live jazz fills the restaurant while guests enjoy dinner, handcrafted cocktails, and panoramic views of the Yampa Valley. To make the evening even better, martinis are $4 off throughout the event. It's a classic summer combination: great food, live music, mountain views, and good company. rich-text, responsive-table
After a day on the trails, few things pair better with mountain views than a great happy hour.
At Hazie's, guests can enjoy the 3-2-1 Happy Hour specials featuring:
- $3 off draft beer
- $2 off well drinks
- $1 off wine by the glass
Saturday Nights at Hazie's
Looking for a summer evening that feels a little different? Make your way to Hazie's for Jazz & Martini Night. Most Saturdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., live jazz fills the restaurant while guests enjoy dinner, handcrafted cocktails, and panoramic views of the Yampa Valley. To make the evening even better, martinis are $4 off throughout the event. It's a classic summer combination: great food, live music, mountain views, and good company. rich-text, responsive-table
Dinner and a Show
Comedy on the Mountain has quickly become one of summer's favorite traditions, bringing nationally touring comedians to the top of the gondola for unforgettable nights of entertainment. For the ultimate evening, start with dinner at Hazie's before the show. We recommend making a reservation around 5:30 p.m., giving you plenty of time to enjoy a relaxed meal and take in the views before heading over for a night of laughs. There's something uniquely Steamboat about riding a gondola to dinner and ending the evening with live comedy at 9,000 feet.
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Comedy on the Mountain has quickly become one of summer's favorite traditions, bringing nationally touring comedians to the top of the gondola for unforgettable nights of entertainment. For the ultimate evening, start with dinner at Hazie's before the show. We recommend making a reservation around 5:30 p.m., giving you plenty of time to enjoy a relaxed meal and take in the views before heading over for a night of laughs. There's something uniquely Steamboat about riding a gondola to dinner and ending the evening with live comedy at 9,000 feet.
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A Local Favorite for Summer Evenings
As the sun begins to set, Timber & Torch offers one more reason to linger on the mountain. Open Thursday through Monday from 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., it's a favorite gathering place for après-style summer evenings. Live music from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. adds to the atmosphere, making it easy to settle in with friends, family, and a favorite drink. Whether you're stopping by for appetizers, dinner, or simply enjoying the music, it's the perfect way to close out a day in the mountains.
Savor Summer
The best summer days aren't always the ones with the biggest plans. Sometimes they're the ones where you stay a little longer, order another round, listen to one more song, or watch the sun dip below the mountains. From family afternoons at The Range to live music at Thunderhead, happy hour at Hazie's, and evenings filled with comedy and conversation, these are the moments that make summer at Steamboat unforgettable. rich-text, responsive-table
As the sun begins to set, Timber & Torch offers one more reason to linger on the mountain. Open Thursday through Monday from 3:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., it's a favorite gathering place for après-style summer evenings. Live music from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. adds to the atmosphere, making it easy to settle in with friends, family, and a favorite drink. Whether you're stopping by for appetizers, dinner, or simply enjoying the music, it's the perfect way to close out a day in the mountains.
Savor Summer
The best summer days aren't always the ones with the biggest plans. Sometimes they're the ones where you stay a little longer, order another round, listen to one more song, or watch the sun dip below the mountains. From family afternoons at The Range to live music at Thunderhead, happy hour at Hazie's, and evenings filled with comedy and conversation, these are the moments that make summer at Steamboat unforgettable. rich-text, responsive-table