Off the Beaten Path Bookstore

Off the Beaten Path Bookstore has been a Steamboat Springs institution since 1987, serving the Yampa Valley with a collection that honors the region's deep ranching heritage while embracing the mountain-resort culture that has transformed the town. The downtown location on 9th Street puts the store at the crossroads of old and new Steamboat, where fourth-generation ranchers and recent transplants both find books that speak to their experience. The Western ranch writing section is the store's pride, with titles on cattle ranching, rodeo, and the cowboy way of life that are as authentic as the Stetson hats still commonly worn on the streets. The hot springs culture collection is a unique touch, reflecting Steamboat's long history as a mineral springs destination. The ski literature section covers the town's evolution from a small-town ski hill to a world-class resort. The rare books room holds signed editions from Western writers and vintage maps of the Yampa Valley. The store's character is unmistakably Steamboat: genuine, welcoming, and proudly rooted in the land.