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Welcome
to Telluride, CO
Photo courtesy of Telluride & Mountain
Village Convention & Visitors Bureau
Here is where you will find listings of
accommodations and lodging facilities, restaurants, business services,
shopping venues, and personal services information.
Town/City Overview
Located in Southwestern Colorado,
127 miles southeast of Grand Junction, 125 miles north of Durango and 335
southwest of Denver - Telluride is nestled at the end of a box canyon and
surrounded by the highest concentration of 14,000-foot mountain peaks in
the US. At an elevation of 8,725 feet, Telluride sits in the heart of the
Uncompahgre National Forest within the San Juan Mountain Range of the
Rocky Mountains. Designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1964
by the United States Government, Telluride’s famous Victorian houses,
historic lodging properties and old Western storefronts remain today much
like they did at the turn of the century. Telluride is a natural
four-season destination heralding wildflowers in the spring; summers
packed with outdoor fun and fabulous festivals and events; the turning of
the leaves in fall; and fun in the snow in a white winter wonderland.
An outdoor adventure enthusiast's paradise, Telluride offers an
exceptional variety of recreational activities to enjoy, including
mountain biking, cycling, fishing, golf, tennis, scenic hiking, horseback
riding, hot springs, 4x4 tours, mine tours, paragliding, gliding, balloon
rides, whitewater rafting, kayaking, shopping, swimming and much more.
Natural lovers delight with the flora and fauna opportunities.
Wildflowers begin to bloom in April and by July, they abound. Hikes along
the Sneffels Highline trail, or at Hope Lake lead you through wildflowers
that grow up to six feet tall. By mid-September, leaves from the aspen
trees that engulf Telluride’s box canyon, turn a brilliant gold, orange,
yellow and amber, lasting generally three weeks. Wildlife is often viewed
in the backcountry and includes fox, deer, elk, marmots, beaver, coyotes,
moose, black bears and bighorn sheep. Other wildlife can be spotted in the
area, such as re-introduced Canadian Lynx and the Gunnison Sage Grouse,
a candidate for the Endangered Species List.
Besides experiencing Telluride's great outdoors and historic charm,
visitors enjoy art galleries, boutiques and specialty shopping,
world-class cuisine, and a variety of lodging choices. Telluride offers a
summer packed with festivals, activities and special events from the
groundbreaking cinematography of MountainFilm and the Telluride Film
Festival to the stomping good times of the Telluride Bluegrass
Festival, and from the elite athleticism of the Hard Rock Hundred Mile
Endurance Race to the gourmand Telluride Culinary Arts Festival.
Attractions & Activities
The Sheridan
Opera House is truly center
stage in Telluride's thriving arts community. Historic, intimate and
beautiful, it is an extraordinary venue for everything from concerts to
movie premieres. Built in 1913 by Telluride miners, this historical
landmark hosts a variety of events including the Telluride Film
Festival, Chamber Music Festival, MountainFilm Festival, numerous
theatre productions, movies, festivals, benefits and concerts. The
Sheridan Arts Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to
preserving the Opera House as an artistic venue and attracting quality
arts and cultural events to Telluride. The Foundation also helps to
encourage the development of young playwrights and performing artists in
the area. (970) 728-6363
The
Telluride Repertory Theatre commands a full house for their
high caliber theatre productions of original, classic and contemporary
works. Each summer the Rep presents "Classics in the Park," a three-week
run of outdoor theatre ranging from Shakespeare's Macbeth to dramatic
tragedies like Medea. The Rep also delights summer guests with free
Commedia Del'Arte performances in Mountain Village. During the winter,
the Rep performs at the Sheridan Opera House with high-energy Broadway
favorites such as Hair, The Fantastiks and the Rocky Horror Picture
Show. (970) 728-4539
Bachelor Syracuse Mine, Ouray:
Take a guided tour of the Bachelor-Syracuse Mine and travel 3,350 feet
horizontally into Gold Hill, rich in gold, silver, and other precious
metals. Learn about the equipment used in mining and see the rich silver
veins and other mineral deposits. On the go! ld panning tour, which is
separate, a gold panning expert will teach you how to pan for gold in
the stream that runs directly from the Bachelor-Syracuse Mine. You will
be furnished with a gold pan and avail and can keep what you find!
(970)-325-0220
Old Hundred Gold Mine Tour, Silverton: Ride
on the electric mine train that takes you 1600 feet underground into the
heart of Galena Mountain! This tour provides actual mining
demonstrations - the way it was really done with authentic San Juan
mining equipment. Included in the tour is the opportunity to pan for
real silver and gold in the sluice boxes outside the mine. The tour is
open 7 days a week from mid-May through mid-October. (800) 872-3009
Nature Environmental Center:
At gondola
Station San Sophia. Hiking & biking info. Displays of local wildlife,
vegetation, geology, history, children's nature art. (970) 728-7339
Telluride Historical Museum: Housed in the old
hospital, 201 W. Gregory St, the museum was recently restored and is
open to the public. (970) 728-3344
Historical Tours of Telluride:
Telluride is a National Historic District, so if you're a history buff,
learn a little about Telluride's past on a fascinating self-guided tour.
Map & Directions
Visitor Information/Articles
For additional on Telluride, please
contact the Telluride & Mountain Village Convention & Visitors Bureau, 630
W. Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO. (888) 605-2578,
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