Bear River Park

Bear River Bike Park - Building Jumps
Bear River Park Meeting

Bear River Park Master Plan

The 2016 Bear River Park Master Plan is a representation of the high community value for recreation and the natural environment that exists within the City of Steamboat Springs.  This property is a unique opportunity for the City to transform a parcel formerly devoted to infrastructure into an amenity for the broader community as well as for visitors for years to come. While this is not the first public planning process focused on the future of this park, this plan update realizes a more complete vision for visitor experience, relaxation and recreation. 

The following documents are available by request through NextRequest. Archived documents are provided for download in PDF format, which may not be compatible with assistive technology. Individuals requiring an alternate format to access our digital services can complete the Request for Assistance Form.

  • Bear River Park Master Plan
  • Bear River Park Improvements Design


Park Improvements - Design

  • Request for Proposal 3.2.2023
  • Mandatory Pre-Bid 2.23.2023
  • Proposals Due 4.6.2023
  • Contracts Signed 5.18.2023 
  • Design Concept -  Planning Submittal 2.1.2024
  • Final Design and Approvals Late July 2024
  • Advertise Construction Late Summer 2024
  • Construction Start Fall 2024
2.14.24 PRC -  Bear River Park - Update 1-1

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Bear River Park Improvements - Illustrative Map

Bear River Park Expansion - Steering Committee

Calling All Bikers! Calling All Skaters! Parks & Recreation is looking for school aged and young adult community members to join our design team for the expansion of the Bear River Bike & Skate Parks! Come share your ideas and help shape the future design of these new park amenities. 

Steering Committee Meetings

There will be two in-person meetings where you can attend and share your ideas. 

  • Thursday, August 17 - Steamboat Springs Police Department Community Room (Completed)
  • Tuesday, February 27 -  Howelsen Ice Arena Upstairs Community Room (Completed)

We look forward to your support and input on this exciting expansion project.