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Let yourself give in to the alluring bubble and gurgle of the natural hot springs for which this charming mountain locale was named. Release the stress of your day-to-day when you land at Yampa Valley Regional Airport. Lucky for you, there are more options to get around the Yampa Valley region than to cross-country ski like the area’s early settlers. Though if you did fancy a hike in snowshoes, the low-key locals wouldn’t bat an eye.

If your visit falls during the colder months, sign up for snowshoe or snowmobile tours as well as wintertime horseback riding. Sleigh rides are the perfect alternative for anyone less adventurous. Skiers can choose from a multitude of jumps and trails for every skill level. Visiting during the summertime? Mountain bike up to Emerald Mountain or take a tube ride on the Yampa River. After a long day of activity, do a little stargazing on a clear night before hitting the hay and waking up refreshed for another day of fun.