Steamboat Springs, Colorado-May 21, 2026-One of the few dirt roads within the city, Fetcher Park Road, will close for dust mitigation treatment starting at approximately 6am on Thursday May 28. The road closure is anticipated to last between 8 to 10 hours depending upon weather and should be reopen no later than Friday May 29.
During road closure, there is no parking in the area and all vehicles must be off the road and adjoining parking area. Vehicles left after the closure may be towed. Closure signs will be posted in advance.
The park and public restroom will remain accessible; however, pedestrian and bike access will only be available from the Yampa River Core Trail.
Fetcher Park Road provides access to the city park, Fetcher Park, including the pond, picnic area and public restrooms. In addition, many people use this area to enter the Yampa River for tubing, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing.
Crews will apply a treatment to reduce the airborne dust which is a result of increased traffic in the area. The work will take place during the early morning hours, and the road will be allowed to dry, which enhances its effectiveness and duration. Please refrain from using the road until Friday.
Additional access to the Yampa River is available through River Creek Park, Rotary Park, and Emerald Park.
Contact
Email Johannes Thorsen, Parks Supervisor, or call 970-871-7010
Email Jenny Carey, Open Space and Trails Supervisor, or call 970-871-7014
Email Michael Lane, Marketing and Communications Manager, or call 970-871-8220