Near the Rabbit Ears Pass on the Continental Divide, Steamboat Springs is one of the highest-altitude cities in Colorado. This makes it a prime location for alpine recreation, and nearby resorts include internationally known Steamboat Ski Resort. Located approximately 165 mi (265 km) west of Denver, Steamboat Springs takes its name from the numerous geothermal springs that dot the upper Yampa River Valley. Destinations like the Strawberry Park Hot Springs attract thousands each year to their therapeutic mineral baths. The Steamboat Springs Health and Recreation Center is built to capitalize on these springs, consisting of multiple mineral pools as well as a waterpark and spa. Beautiful mountain scenery, national parks and forest hiking trails combine in the Routt National Forest, which straddles the Colorado-Wyoming border. Outdoor activities, relaxing getaways and hot spring relaxation make this a year-round destination, with miles of hiking and mountain biking trails in the area.