A former mining town in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Telluride sits at the base of its renowned ski resort. The extreme ski slopes, rowdy atmosphere and famous Telluride race earn the moniker of “to hell of you ride”. Nature lovers come for photogenic hiking trails, while history buffs enjoy the period houses and intriguing museums.
Things to do in Telluride
The slopes of Telluride Ski Resort feature about 688 skiable hectares in the San Juan Mountains, up to 800 centimetres of snow, 120 trails and sunshine almost every day. You can also take the gondola from Mountain Village to Telluride for spectacular views while soaring at heights of 3,200 metres.
The warmer months are just as active in Telluride, with plenty of outdoor adventures on offer. You can go hiking along the trails at Bear Creek Falls and admire the picturesque Bridal Veil Falls, which are home to cascading waterfalls.
At the edge of the village, nature enthusiasts gather for world-renowned concerts, festivals and events at Town Park. Travelling with the family? Bring the little ones for barbecues, playground romps, trout-stocked pond fishing and a game of beach volleyball or basketball.
Stop by the Telluride Historical Museum to learn about the region’s gold-mining past and ties to the Ute Native American tribe. After dining and drinks, spend an evening at the Historic Sheridan Opera House, a performing-arts venue known as the “Crown Jewel of Telluride.”
Getting around Telluride
Getting around Telluride on foot is convenient since the ski resort, shops, hotels and restaurants are all grouped together. The town provides free shuttles and gondola rides to the slopes. For exploring the outer regions, rent a car in the village or from Colorado Springs Airport or Telluride Regional Airport.