Could it be the view of the valley floor with vast acres of ranchlands surrounded by mountains? Or maybe cruising through towering aspens in champagne powder up to your chest at our world-class ski resort.

That may be what brought most people to the Yampa Valley but what keeps them here is the lifestyle. We live in a real community where residents support local events, and still say "howdy" to passersby when strolling down Main Street.

No matter how you come to visit Steamboat, you immediately feel at home when you arrive. The Steamboat ski community and all its past and future Olympians coupled with a western heritage that strives to preserve its genuine roots are what make this valley a true diamond in the Rocky Mountain rough.

Clean mountain air, no interstate traffic and miles of open space are why we like the pace of Ski Town USA. We still have classy restaurants and local boutiques but we are proud to live off the beaten path.

Why should you make it home? Because you're just like one of us.