Telluride
Visitor Guide
History and Culture Since 1887
A Place Like No Other
Welcome to our Telluride Visitor Guide! Here you'll find our staff’s favorite picks for adventures in Telluride, all year round. Whether you’re visiting for the lush summer landscapes or the winter powder, we’ve got the insider’s scoop on what makes Telluride an unforgettable destination.
Telluride’s history is one of pioneering, adventure and reinvention. First a summer home for the Ute Indians, then in the 1870s became a lively mining town attracting fortune-seekers after silver and gold. When the railroad arrived in 1890, Telluride boomed— yet only to slow down when the silver market crashed in 1893. Fast forward to the 1970s, when skiing became the new treasure and Telluride transformed into the ski haven it is today.
Summer in Telluride
Summers in this beautiful mountain town are calm and inviting, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. With wildflower-covered meadows, endless hiking trails, weekend festivals, and refreshing mountain air, summers in Telluride allow visitors to unwind and connect with nature at its finest.
Winter in Telluride
Winters in Telluride are nothing short of magical. The town transforms into a snowy wonderland hosting world-class skiing, cozy lodges, and festive energy filling the crisp mountain air. From powder-filled slopes to après-ski gatherings, winter in Telluride offers the ultimate blend of adventure and charm for visitors of all ages.
Grocery & Liquor
Grocery
Clark's Market - 700 W Colorado Ave
Market at Telluride - 157 S Fir St
Village Market - 455 Mountain Village Blvd
Liquor
Wine Mine - 621 Main St
Bottleworks - 736 Main St
Spirits at Mountain Village - 455 Mountain Village Blvd
Montrose
Prefer to skip the Mountain Town convenience fees and get groceries from Montrose on the way?
With our private services we can stop on one of these locations:
City Market South - 16400 South Townsend Ave
Walmart Supercenter - 16750 South Townsend Ave (conveniently next to The Liquor Store)
Yoga, Spas & Wellness
After a day spent exploring the mountains, there’s nothing better than a well-earned moment of indulgence. Ease into the warmth of natural hot springs, and indulge in a rejuvenating spa treatment or a deeply relaxing massage–it’s the perfect way to unwind, recharge, and savor the balance between adventure and tranquility.
Mangala Yoga - Infrared-heated yoga
Kaiut Yoga - Yoga for Every Body
Telluride Massage Company - Massage
In Sequence Studio - Pilates, private services
Medicine Ranch - Acupuncture and herbal remedies
Telluride Oxygen Bar - Aromatherapy and oxygen bar
Free Local Transportation
Galloping Goose
Free transportation service throughout town, also connecting to Lawson Hill and Mountain Village. The bus follows a specific route and can be caught at most sidewalk corners.
Dial-A-Ride
For guests and residents connecting any Mountain Village address to the Core. Requires a code for use of the app.
Gondola
Free transportation between Mountain Village, San Sofia station and Telluride. Hours of operation tend to run 6am-12am, 7-days a week. Off-season closures in April-May and October-November.
Summer
Adventures and Festivals
Check out the Telluride Events Calendar
4WD Tours by Telluride Outside
Backcountry Biking with San Juan Huts
Kids' Summer Day Camp by Telski
Fly Fishing with Telluride Fly Fishers
High Country Private Dinner by Telluride Sleighs and Wagons
Local Hiking from Town - View Map
Via Ferrata guided by Mountain Trip
White Water Rafting guided by Telluride Outside
Telluride Farmer's Market
Fridays May-October
10:30am-3:30pm
Enjoy produce, gifts, treats and more by local vendors from around the southwest corner of the Western Slope.
Winter
Adventures and Family Friendly Activities
Check out the Telluride Events Calendar
Day trip to Orvis Hot Springs
Dog Sledding with Idarado Sled Dog Adventures
Helicopter and Backcountry Skiing with Telluride Helitrax
Ice Climbing with San Juan Outdoor Adventures
Ice Skating in Mountain Village
Sleigh Rides with Telluride Sleighs and Wagons
Snowmobile Tours with Telluride Outside
Snow Shoeing with San Juan Outdoor Adventures
Download the Telluride Ski Resort App!
In this app you will find up-to-date information about the mountain including the trail map, snow report, terrain and lift closures, webcam images, and so much more.
You can also track your skiing stats such as your vertical miles, top speeds and runs skied for the day, and see your friends' locations on the map to keep track of larger groups.
