Routt County, Colorado, USA – Video filmed by X user @CPW_NW captures three river otters enjoying a partially frozen lake at Stagecoach State Park on January 13, 2026.

The otters are seen sliding across the ice, diving through holes into open water, and interacting with each other amid a snowy landscape. Their agile movements and playful behavior highlight their adaptability to winter conditions.

The footage, credited to the CPW/Stagecoach State Park manager, shows the otters remaining active and nomadic in cold weather to maintain warmth. One otter even leaps out of an ice hole, showcasing the species’ energetic nature.

Stagecoach State Park, about 25 minutes from Steamboat, offers wildlife sightings like these, demonstrating how river otters thrive during the harsh winter months.

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