Getting Here

The Hayden airport is located just a few miles east of Hayden and approximately 22 miles/35 km west of Steamboat Springs off Highway 40. From the airport, take the access road about 2 miles/3.2 km out to Highway 40 and turn right. Steamboat is about 22 miles/35 km east. While there is no public bus service from the airport, but shuttle services are available.

157 miles/250 km northwest of Denver, an easy 3 hour drive. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, Exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles/85 km).
View conditions on Highway 40|View conditions on CO 9

Take CO 14 West, through Poudre Canyon, over Cameron Pass until Walden, CO. Take CO 14 (toward Steamboat Springs) until US 40, and turn right (West) over Muddy and Rabbit Ears Passes to Steamboat Springs.

230 miles/368 km Northwest of Colorado Springs. Take I-25 north to C 470 (53 miles/85 km) then C 470 west to I-70 west (15 miles/24 km). Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles/85 km).

Take I-70 West through Glenwood Springs and Eagle to Exit 157 (117 miles/187 km). Take CO 131 North (75 miles/120 km) to US 40. Turn left on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (4 miles).

Take US 40/UT 189 South to Heber City, UT. Stay on US 40, Steamboat Springs is about 5 1/2 hours from Park City.

Take WY 230 West (Snowy Range exit) through Mountain Home to the Wyoming/Colorado border, the road changes to CO 127. Stay on CO 127 to Walden. Take CO 14 West to US 40 at Muddy Pass and Rabbit Ears Pass to Steamboat Springs.

Take this route if US 40 over Rabbit Ears Pass is closed and you're coming from Denver or Colorado Springs. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km). Head west on US 40 until the intersection with CO 134 (6 miles/9.6 km). Turn left and go over Gore Pass (CO 134). At Toponas, take Colorado 131 north to Steamboat Springs (40 miles/64 km). Or, take I-70 west (through Vail) until Exit 157. Take CO 131 North to Steamboat Springs (75 miles/120 km), then left on US 40 to town (4 miles/6.4 km).

The Meadows Parking Lot
Open Daily through late November through early April.
Free Shuttle Service Hours: 7:15am – 6:30pm
During these hours, free shuttles run from the Meadows Lot to the base area. Shuttles* depart approximately every 10 minutes. Drop off at Gondola Square Transit Center. Steamboat Springs free public bus (SST) also runs later into the evening, dropping off at Montview across the street from the lot. No overnight parking.

Upper Knoll Parking Lot
Open most days year-round for daytime parking from late November to early April. Short walk to the base. No overnight parking.


Overflow Parking
The free shuttle will provide service to these lots until 6:30pm. Shuttles depart approximately every 10 minutes. Drop off at Gondola Square Transit Center. No overnight parking.

Strings Parking Lot
: 950 Strings Rd
Open Daily late November through early April.
Free Shuttle Service: When the Meadows Parking Lot becomes full, parking attendants will direct cars to the Strings Parking Lot, on the eastside of Pine Grove Rd. The free shuttle will provide service to this lot until 6:30pm. Shuttles depart approximately every 10 minutes. Drop off at Gondola Square Transit Center. Steamboat Springs free public bus (SST) also runs later into the evening, dropping off at Montview, a short walk to the Strings Lot. No overnight parking.

YAMPA VALLEY MEDICAL CENTER PARKING (YVMC) LOT
: 1024 Central Park Drive
The YVMC parking lot is only for overflow parking on Saturdays and Sundays.
Free Shuttle Service: When both the Meadows Parking Lot and Strings Parking Lot become full on the weekends, parking attendants will direct cars to the YVMC parking lot.

Emerald Field: 500 Pamela Lane
Free Shuttle Service: When the Meadows Parking Lot , Strings Parking Lot, and Yampa Valley Medical Center lots become full on the weekends, parking attendants will direct cars to Emerald Field.

River Creek Park: 2965 S LIncoln Ave
Free Shuttle Service: When the Meadows Parking Lot , Strings Parking Lot, Yampa Valley Medical Center, and Emerald Field lots become full on the weekends, parking attendants will direct cars to River Creek Park.

STEAMBOAT SQUARE GARAGe
Parking is $50/day Monday-Thursday, $60/day Friday-Sunday and holidays, or $25 per hour. Overnight parking available on lower level only for $75 per night.
Parking is 6 am – 2 am except for the lower levels, which offer overnight parking.
Use pay station kiosks at lots or the Park Mobile App:

• Enter license plate number & credit card number to pay
• All lots free for the first 15 minutes
• Cars parked without using the app or pay station will be ticketed. $82 citation fee

Ski Time Square Garage
Parking is $50/day or $25 per hour.
Parking is 6 am – 2 am. Overnight parking is allowed for Steamboat Grand hotel guests only.
Upper level is for permitted Base Club members daily 7:00a-2:00p.
Use pay station kiosks at lots or the Park Mobile App:

• Enter license plate number & credit card number to pay
• All lots free for the first 15 minutes
• Cars parked without using the app or pay station will be ticketed. $82 citation fee

Lower Knoll Parking Lot

Parking is $20/day Monday-Thursday and $40/day Friday-Sunday and holidays.

NOrthside Parking Lot
Parking is $40 Monday-Thursday and $50 Friday-Sunday and holidays. Located between Slopeside Grill and Wrangler Carpet.
Use pay station kiosks at lots or the Park Mobile App:

• Enter license plate number & credit card number to pay
• All lots free for the first 15 minutes
• Cars parked without using the app or pay station will be ticketed. $82 citation fee

Meadows Overnight Parking
$100 /night for unattended oversize vehicles and trailers. No camping. Contact 970-846-1055.

For Winter ‘25/’26, guests are encouraged to carpool to the mountain to reduce traffic, support sustainability, and make the arrival experience smoother. To help coordinate rides, Steamboat has launched a carpooling app powered by Liftango: Steamboat Carpool. Guests can use the Steamboat Carpool app to match with riders or drivers based on your location and commute times and receive a reserved parking spot located in the Upper Knoll Parking Lot.The first 25 carpools registered each day receive guaranteed reserved parking in the Upper Knoll lot.

Program Details

• First 25 registered carpools each day receive guaranteed Upper Knoll parking.

• After registering your ride, you’ll be prompted to accept your reserved spot.

• Navigate to the Upper Knoll lot using the app and show your registered ride to the parking attendant on arrival.

Rules

• Trips must be fully booked and completed through the app to qualify.

• Reserved parking is first-come, first-served; if no option appears, all 25 spots are taken.

• Carpools must include 2+ passengers (3 people total) to be eligible.

• Carpools must be scheduled before 6:30 AM on the day of your visit.

• Reserved spaces expire at 10:30 AM; please arrive before then.

How to Create an Account

1. Download the Steamboat Carpool app.

2. Tap Sign Up.

3. Enter your email and create an account.

4. Verify your email.

5. Add your name and phone number.

6. Tap Submit to complete your profile.
   Drivers may be asked to enter vehicle details.

How to Schedule a Ride

Watch this quick 2-minute demo: Book a Ride – Demo
Choose to be a rider, driver, or either. Enter your trip details and you’ll be shown recommended matches nearby.

Questions or issues? Email Parking@steamboat.com

Reserve in advance paid parking is available in the Upper Knoll Parking Lot through the Park Mobile app. All weekend/holiday period dates for the season are available for purchase. Book up until 10:00pm the night before and your spot is held until 11:00am the day of your reservation. Limited spaces available.

Reserve a Parking Spot

Questions or issues? Email Parking@steamboat.com

Gondola Transit Center

Follow the signs in the Transit Center for passenger drop off.