About Hayden
The Town of Hayden is a home rule municipality located in Routt County, Colorado, United States. The town population was 1,941 at the 2020 United States census. Hayden is a part of the Steamboat Springs, CO Micropolitan Statistical Area. The town sits along U.S. Highway 40 in the Yampa River Valley between Craig and Steamboat Springs. Hayden is located near the Yampa Valley Regional Airport.
Places to visit in Hayden
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Steamboat Springs
Neighborhood · 23 mi from centreEast of Hayden, this ranching and ski town has a Western-style downtown with shops and restaurants along Lincoln Avenue and the Yampa River. It makes a good base for the area.
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Steamboat Ski Resort
Nature · 24 mi from centreA major ski area famous for light powder snow and tree skiing, with a gondola running in summer for hiking and mountain biking. The base area has shops and dining.
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Strawberry Park Hot Springs
NatureRustic natural hot spring pools set in a forested valley in the hills outside Steamboat Springs, particularly atmospheric on cold evenings. Reservations and winter road conditions are worth checking.
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Fish Creek Falls
Nature · 25 mi from centreA tall waterfall just outside Steamboat Springs, reachable by a short trail to an overlook or a longer hike down to the base and beyond.
Best time to visit Hayden
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Hayden is August to September, when average daytime highs are around 75–83°F and rain falls on about 5 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Hayden weather forecast
- Wed 21 Oct 67° 42° 33%
- Thu 22 Oct 60° 47° 64%
- Fri 23 Oct 60° 43° 54%
- Sat 24 Oct 61° 38° 33%
- Sun 25 Oct 56° 43° 10%
- Mon 26 Oct 61° 38° 3%
Know before you go
- Currency
- United States dollar (USD)
- Language
- English
- Calling code
- +1
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- America/DenverUTC−6
- Capital
- Washington, D.C.
Upcoming public holidays in United States
- Veterans Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Presidents DayWashington's Birthday
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Hayden
These are the airports closest to central Hayden. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- HDN Yampa Valley Airport2 mi (3 km) from the city centre
Hayden travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Hayden?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Hayden is August to September, when average daytime highs are around 75–83°F and rain falls on about 5 days a month.
What is the weather like in Hayden?
July is usually the warmest month in Hayden, with average highs of 86°F (30°C). January is the coolest, with average lows of 3°F (-16°C). The wettest month is typically February, with about 65 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Hayden?
Yampa Valley Airport (HDN) is the closest airport, about 2 miles (3 km) from the centre of Hayden.
What time zone is Hayden in?
Hayden uses the America/Denver time zone (currently UTC−6). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
What are the best places to visit in Hayden?
Top sights in Hayden include Steamboat Springs, Steamboat Ski Resort, Strawberry Park Hot Springs and Fish Creek Falls. East of Hayden, this ranching and ski town has a Western-style downtown with shops and restaurants along Lincoln Avenue and the Yampa River. It makes a good base for the area.
