Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) – Hayden, Colorado, USA

Your comprehensive guide to Yampa Valley Regional Airport (IATA: HDN, ICAO: KHDN), serving Hayden, Steamboat Springs, and the surrounding Yampa Valley region.

🏢 Terminal Information & Services

The single-story terminal at HDN serves both commercial and general aviation traffic. Amenities include:

Check-In & Lobby

• Check-in counters for United Express (to Denver), and American Eagle (to Dallas/Fort Worth, Phoenix) during ski season.
• Shared baggage claim area with a single carousel adjacent to the arrivals door.
• Information Desk and Lost & Found located landside near baggage claim.
• Free Wi-Fi and charging stations throughout the terminal.
• Restrooms, family restrooms, and nursing room adjacent to the security checkpoint.
• Coffee kiosk (Java + Joe’s) and vending machines offering snacks, beverages, and local craft items.

Gate Area (Gates 1–4)

• Gate 1: United Express flights to Denver.
• Gate 2: Seasonal American Eagle flights to Dallas/Fort Worth.
• Gate 3: Seasonal charters and ski-area shuttle services to Aspen and Vail.
• Gate 4: Reserved for overflow, general boarding, and charter operations.
• Seating area with ramp views and digital flight information displays.
• Free Wi-Fi, charging stations, restrooms located near each gate.
• Pet Relief Areas: Indoor pet relief station near security exit and outdoor relief adjacent to the east side of the terminal.

General Aviation & Charter Services

• Yampa Valley Jet Center: Full-service FBO offering Jet A and Avgas, hangar rentals, tie-downs, maintenance, and a pilot lounge with weather briefing station.
• Mountain Air: Charter services, scenic flights, and mountain flying experts for ski-plane operations.
• Fuel Services: 24/7 self-serve fueling via credit card; FBO staff available for full-service fueling during business hours.
• Pilot Facilities: Pilot lounge, flight planning workstations, rest areas, and meeting rooms.
• Maintenance & Repair: On-field line maintenance, avionics, and airframe services available through Yampa Valley Jet Center.

✈️ Runways & Aircraft Operations

• Runway 9/27: 9,000 ft × 150 ft, asphalt – primary runway supporting regional jets, turboprops, and general aviation at high elevation. Equipped with ILS, PAPI, and medium-intensity runway lights.
• Runway 18/36: 6,600 ft × 100 ft, asphalt – crosswind runway used for general aviation and smaller commuter aircraft, with RNAV (GPS) approach procedures.
• Altitude & Weather Considerations: At 6,606 ft MSL, pilots must monitor density altitude and mountain weather; AWOS-3 weather station provides automated weather updates 24/7.
• Cargo & Ski Freight: Seasonal freight charters and ski-area cargo operations; ground handling coordinated via FBO.
• Snow Removal: Dedicated snowplows and deicing equipment maintain runway availability in winter; contact Airport Operations for current NOTAMs.
• Noise Abatement: Published departure and arrival procedures minimize noise over Steamboat Springs and surrounding valleys; preferential runway use based on prevailing winds.

🚗 Ground Transportation

• Steamboat Springs Transit: Seasonal Route 7 connects HDN to downtown Steamboat Springs—check schedules at yvt.tomcatbus.com.
• Shuttle Services:
  • Routt County Transportation provides shared-ride shuttles to Steamboat resorts and regional hubs—reserve in advance.
  • Hotel courtesy shuttles are available from various Steamboat Springs lodges—arrange directly with your hotel.
• Taxi & Rideshare: Taxi stand curbside in front of the terminal. Rideshare (Uber, Lyft) pickups at designated zone on the departures curb.
• Rental Cars: On-site rental car counters for Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National inside baggage claim area; vehicles parked in the adjacent lot.
• Parking:
  • Short-Term Parking: Surface lot adjacent to the terminal curb for quick drop-off/pick-up (first 30 minutes free).
  • Long-Term Parking: Surface lot located a short walk from the terminal; no shuttle required.
  • Oversized & RV Parking: Designated spaces available near the north end of the long-term lot.
  • Cell Phone Waiting Lot: Free waiting area on Airport Circle Drive—monitor flight status and pick up passengers at the terminal curb when ready.
• Private Car & Limousine: Prearranged pickups curbside outside the terminal—follow signage for limo zones.
• Bike & Pedestrian Access: Bike racks available near the terminal entrance; sidewalks connect to Flightline Drive and local multi-use paths.

📞 Contact & Official Information

Yampa Valley Regional Airport is owned and operated by Routt County and the City of Steamboat Springs.

• Official Site: flyyampa.com
• Phone (General Information): +1 970-276-3200
• Airport Administration: +1 970-276-3200 (Ext. 1)
• FBO – Yampa Valley Jet Center: +1 970-879-6133
• FBO – Mountain Air: +1 970-879-5856
• Lost & Found: +1 970-276-3200 (Ext. 2)
• Address: 3200 Airport Circle Drive, Hayden, CO 81639, USA