Telluride Colorado Attractions

There are so many things to see and do in the Telluride area. In addition to the Telluride Ski Resort, there are outdoor attractions you’ll want to see including Bear Creek Falls, Mt. Sneffels Highline Trail, Bridal Veil and Ingram Falls, The Telluride Gondola  and more. For entertainment indoors, check out the Telluride Historical Museum to get a feel for the history of the entire area. Whatever you are doing in the Telluride and San Miguel County Colorado region, have a great Colorado Outing!

Bear Creek Falls

Bear Creek Falls are beautiful and scenic waterfalls that tumble down into Telluride’s box canyon in the San Juan Mountains. Only a stones throw from the center of Telluride, this is a free hiking activity that you’ll want the family to see. One caution – this is a high altitude area above 9,500 ft. and so while the hike itself may be fairly easy, it may take a while to reach the falls if you aren’t used to the elevation. The distance is 2.5 miles one way to the falls, and the elevation gain: 1,050 feet. Start your adventure at South Pine Street and cross the bridge….

Sneffels Highline Trail

This hiking trail is rated as difficult and requires experience. The length of trail and altitude is a factor; this scenic 13-mile hiking trail skirts the perimeter of the Sneffels Wilderness, with a 3,600 foot elevation change. Start to follow the Jud Wiebe Trail about 1/2 mile and take the path that crosses Butcher Creek to the left.  After you cross the creek, a signpost will indicate the Sneffels Highline Trail and you will climb north above the tree line.  You will then drop down into the Mill Creek Basin where you will access the Waterline Trail (goes over the bridge) that takes you back to the Jud Wiebe Trail into town.  Mountain bikes are prohibited on this trail.

Telluride Gondola

For an amazing adventure that’s also FREE – come ride the Telluride Gondola between the two towns of Telluride and Mountain Village.  It takes about 13 minutes to cross over to the other side and is the first and only free public transportation system of its kind in the United States. This popular scenic attraction provides access to hiking and biking trails in the summer and the ski slopes in the winter. Passengers can load the gondola in either Mountain Village or Telluride and ride to the midway point (Station St. Sophia from which hiking, biking and ski trails are accessed) and then continue on to the other side.  The gondola typically runs daily from 7:00 am to midnight in both summer and winter. Be aware that the gondola closes for a short time in the (off season) late spring and fall for maintenance.
For more information, visit:
http://www.visittelluride.com/discover-telluride/our-two-towns/gondola

Bridal Veil and Ingram Falls

This hike is suitable for beginners with a beautiful 6-mile round trip that takes you to a spectacular set of waterfalls just outside the town of Telluride. To reach Ingram Falls – begin by driving east on Colorado Ave. past Pandor Mill and toward Black Bear Pass. The Bridal Veil Falls is at the end of the box canyon which overlooks Telluride. Hiking and off-road trails pass by the falls and the power plant at its top. More information is online to help you find your way.

For more information, visit: www.telluridewaterfalls.com

Telluride Ski Resort

When you ski at Telluride, we welcome all levels of skiers who will experience a mix of quality terrain at all points on the mountain.  There are refined groomed runs and challenging moguls. “Even beginners and intermediate skiers can ride to the highest peaks and enjoy terrain and views typically reserved for the experts.” If you have never seen the breathtaking beauty of Telluride, you don’t want to miss out!

Telluride Historical Museum

“The Telluride Historical Museum offers far more than artifacts under glass. The history of this region is part of what gives Telluride its colorful character. Our mission is to preserve and promote the rich and colorful history of the region.  We do this bringing it to life through interactive exhibits, programming and outreach.” For more information call 970-728-3344

Sheridan Opera House

“The Sheridan Opera House was built by the Telluride miners in 1913 as a vaudeville theater and cultural center, attracting variety shows, orchestras and touring theater companies. Performers from Lillian Gish to Sarah Bernhardt to Jackson Browne have graced our stage. In 1991 the Sheridan Arts Foundation was created, saving the opera house from demolition. Today this 240-seat intimate theater has become a non-profit venue benefiting many local and national charitable organizations.” For more information call 970-728-6363

Mountain Village

“Perched at 9,500 feet mid-mountain on the south side of the ski area, the distinct beauty of Mountain Village entices the most discriminating guests with its luxury hotels and condos, stylish boutiques, innovative dining, world-class Golden Door Spa, championship golf course, and state of the art conference center. Mountain Village is the ultimate mountain retreat, enchanting everyone with its modern alpine elegance and its breathtaking views of the most magnificent peaks in the San Juan range. Mountain Village perfectly complements the rustic charm of Telluride, resulting in “the best of both worlds” for visitors to this spectacular area.”

Town Park

“Located on the east edge of town, toward the head of the valley is Town Park. This is a place to have civilized relaxation and organized sports. Town Park boasts a wide variety of summer and winter sport venues. When there is no snow on the ground, one can play baseball, basketball, tennis, or use the half pipe skate facility. There is also enough room to just play frisbee or catch. When there is snow on the ground, one can cross-country ski, play broom-ball, ice-skate, or play ice hockey.”

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