Colorado Sled Rentals • Winter Snowmobile Comparison
Find Your Winter Snowmobile Adventure
Guided or on your own? Steamboat or Kremmling? Which sled? Here's an honest, side-by-side look at every winter option, so you can book the right day the first time. Rather talk it through? Call (970) 439-1707.
2026–27 Season: December 15 – April 15 (weather permitting) | Steamboat Springs & Kremmling | Guided & unguided
Start here: 3 quick questions
Answer these in order and you'll land on the right option.
Do you want a guide?
- Yes, show us the way. Go to question 2.
- No, we want to ride on our own. Go to question 3.
- Not sure? First time on a sled means a guide is the easier start. See guided vs. unguided.
Backcountry or groomed trails?
- Backcountry, private, half or full day. Private Guided Backcountry
- Relaxed groomed trails, 2 to 3 hours. Rabbit Ears Adventures (partner company)
Where do you want to pick up?
- Steamboat Springs. Three sled styles from beginner to expert. Steamboat rentals
- Kremmling. Big, open terrain and 1 to 5-day rentals. Kremmling rentals
- Either way, you'll need a tow vehicle and trailer. CSR rents trailers.
Guided vs. unguided
The biggest decision. Both get you into Northwest Colorado's snow; the difference is who leads and what you bring.
Ride on your own
- What you get
- A top-of-the-line Polaris, a full backcountry kit (helmet, avalanche beacon, shovel, probe, radio, backpack), Polaris S7 nav, a full tank, a $1,000 damage cap, a safety briefing, and local trail recommendations
- What you need
- A tow vehicle and trailer (CSR rents 2, 3 & 4-place trailers), goggles, warm layers, and a plan that fits your experience
- Length
- Full-day or multi-day (up to 5 days in Kremmling)
- Best for
- Riders who want their own pace and route, and groups comfortable reading terrain and conditions
- Starting price
- From $360.40
Ride with a guide
- What you get
- An experienced guide leading only your group through the Steamboat backcountry
- What you need
- No previous snowmobile experience for the Beginner adventure; Pro-Ride is for experienced riders
- Length
- Half-day or full-day
- Best for
- First-timers, families, and anyone who wants the backcountry without planning the route
- Starting price
- See live pricing when you check dates
Quick call: new to sledding or want someone else to plan the route? Go guided. Experienced and want freedom? Rent.
Steamboat vs. Kremmling rentals
Same idea at both: unguided Polaris rentals you trailer to the snow. Here's how they differ.
More sled choices
- Pickup
- 2151 Downhill Drive, Steamboat Springs, CO 80487
- Sleds
- Three riding styles: Entry-Level, All-Around, and Mountain Performance (including 9R Khaos and Boost)
- Rental length
- Full-day or multi-day
- Riding
- Buffalo Pass and the Steamboat backcountry
- Included
- Helmet, avalanche beacon, shovel, probe, radio, backpack, Polaris S7 nav, full tank, $1,000 damage cap
- Good fit if
- You're staying in Steamboat, or your group mixes beginners and advanced riders
- Starting price
- From $360.40
Open terrain, longer trips
- Pickup
- 1606 Park Ave, Kremmling, CO 80459
- Sleds
- 850 Khaos (165" & 155") and 850 Patriot Boost Pro RMK 165"
- Rental length
- 1 to 5 days
- Included
- Helmet, avalanche beacon, shovel, probe, radio, backpack, Polaris S7 nav, full tank, $1,000 damage cap
- Good fit if
- You want wide-open powder and big terrain, or a multi-day trip
- Starting price
- From $360.40
At both locations: rentals are not ride-from-shop. Bring a vehicle with towing capacity, or add a CSR trailer (2, 3 or 4-place) to your booking. Not sure your vehicle can tow? Call (970) 439-1707.
Which sled should we rent?
Match the sled to your least experienced rider, not your most. Prices are FareHarbor "from" prices; your final price shows at checkout.
| Riding style | Level | Sleds | Where | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry-Level / Trail Friendly | Beginner | Polaris 650 RMK SP 155", S4 Voyageur 146". Lighter, forgiving, comfortable on groomed trails and meadows. | Steamboat | $360.40 |
| All-Around Riders | Intermediate+ | Polaris 850 Khaos 155" & 165". Playful in powder, stable on trails. | Steamboat & Kremmling | $360.40 |
| Mountain Performance | Advanced | Boost Khaos 165", 9R Khaos 146" & 155", custom Boost 146" (experts). Deep powder and steep climbs. | Steamboat | $545.90 |
| 850 Patriot Boost | Advanced | Pro RMK 165" Slash. Turbocharged, long track for flotation and climbs. | Kremmling | $545.90 |
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Backcountry vs. groomed trails
Both are guided. One is a private day in the backcountry; the other is a short, relaxed trail tour run by a separate company.
Private Guided Backcountry
- Terrain
- Steamboat backcountry
- Group
- Private: your group and your guide only
- Length
- Half-day or full-day
- Levels
- Beginner or Pro-Ride
Rabbit Ears Adventures
- Terrain
- Groomed trails near Rabbit Ears Pass
- Group
- Guided tour
- Length
- 2 or 3 hours
- Best for
- Families, first-timers, and anyone who wants an easygoing scenic ride
Rabbit Ears Adventures books on its own website, with its own policies.
Special cases
CSR regularly plans for larger backcountry groups. The right setup depends on rider count, experience, gear, and whether you want guided or unguided, so reach out early.
Plan a Group RideBringing skis or a board? CSR has two dedicated Polaris Voyager sled-ski setups for backcountry ski and snowboard access. Inventory is very limited.
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Every winter option in one table.
| Option | Guide | Where | Length | Getting to the snow | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steamboat Rental | No | Steamboat Springs | Full or multi-day | Tow vehicle + trailer (CSR rents trailers) | $360.40 |
| Kremmling Rental | No | Kremmling | 1 to 5 days | Tow vehicle + trailer (CSR rents trailers) | $360.40 |
| Private Guided | Yes, private | Steamboat backcountry | Half or full day | Call for meeting details | Live pricing |
| Rabbit Ears Adventures | Yes | Near Rabbit Ears Pass | 2 or 3 hours | See partner site | Partner site |
| Sled Skiing | Call | Northwest Colorado | Call | Call (970) 439-1707 | Call |
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Still torn between two?
Tell us your group size, experience, and whether you can tow. We'll tell you honestly which option fits.
Call Us at (970) 439-1707Comparison questions
Is a guided tour or a rental better for first-timers?
Can I ride straight from the shop?
Steamboat or Kremmling: which has better riding?
Are prices the same at both locations?
Is Rabbit Ears Adventures part of Colorado Sled Rentals?
When is the season, and how do I check conditions?
Planning a summer trip instead? Compare summer RZR rentals near Steamboat.
Made your pick?
Jump straight to your option and check open dates.