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Telluride On This Page


The majestic 14,000-foot peaks surrounding Telluride
welcome you this winter. Telluride offers a spectacular ski experience, unlike any other place. The colorful and historic town, just eight blocks wide and twelve blocks long, is filled with Victorian homes. Situated against mining landmarks, Telluride bustles with award-winning restaurants, one-of-a-kind boutiques and lively nightlife.

Just a free, scenic gondola ride away is the neighboring town of Mountain Village, the hub of winter activities. Mountain Village features luxurious accommodations and fine dining, along with a wide selection of sports shops and art galleries.

The Telluride Ski Resort is recognized internationally as a top ski destination. With legendary terrain, revered as the best of Colorado, the region receives more than 300 inches of snow each year and offers more than 2,000 skiable acres for all levels.

The Resort has added nearly 400 acres this season, including expanded terrain at its highly acclaimed Revelation Bowl a spectacular European-style section offering advanced and expert skiing in an incredibly scenic setting above tree line.

With 300 days of sunshine annually and a complete lack of lift lines, Telluride offers the most stunning skiing and snowboarding on the continent. For even more adventure, Tellurides Helitrax is the only helicopter-assisted skiing operation in Colorado. Enjoy a safe backcountry experience with Helitraxs knowledgeable guides and explore its 250-square-mile expanse of untouched snow, with plenty of terrain suitable for intermediates.

Event Schedule

Ski Area Opening Day November 24, 2011
The slopes open for the 2010/2011 ski season in Telluride (snow conditions permitting)

Telluride Arts Holiday Arts Bazaar, Dec. 2-4, Telluride Arts Presents the HOLIDAY ART BAZAAR with unique gifts by over 40 local artisans at the The Telluride High School Cafeteria. Make your holidays handmade!

Telluride Aids Benefit, Dec. 7

Jingle Jam & Annual tree Lighting Ceremony, Dec 9, Mountain Village

Old Fashion Christmas Party at Schmid Ranch, Dec. 10, Don't miss this awesome event including a bonfire, tree cutting, Santa Clause, and horse drawn carriage rides.

USSA Snowboard World Cup, December 14-17- The Visa U.S. Snowboardcross Cup returns to Telluride this December 14-17 as the sole U.S. stop of the LG FIS Snowboard World Cup. The event will feature Snowboard Cross (SBX) and Parallel Giant Slalom (PGS) as athletes from around the world come to take part in these international competitions at the top level of the sport.The PGS will take place on Upper Misty Maiden, off of the Village Express Lift, and Lower Misty Maiden will continue to be the site for the SBX course, finishing right in Mountain Village with great opportunities for spectators both on-snow and on-foot. Over half of the SBX course will be visible from the Mountain Village Plaza.

The Complete US History (Abridged),
Second Stage Comedic Play,Dec. 18-22. Historic Sheridan Opera House,

Jeb Berrier and the Sheridan Arts Foundation present the annual Second Stage holiday play at the historic Sheridan Opera House, Sunday, December 18 through Thursday, December 22, nightly at 8pm. This annual event features a family friendly play with a subtle holiday twist - sure to have you laughing and clapping the night away. Inspired by last year's production of The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged), this winter's production will feature the same hysterical cast conducting The Complete US History (Abridged)

Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade, Dec. 24, Look up the mountain just after dusk from the town of Telluride or Mountain Village to see skiers and snowboarders carrying torches down the mountain making up our Torchlight Parade.

Jason Bishop (Illusionist), Dec. 30-31, Michael D. Palm Theater, As America's Hottest Illusionist, Jason Bishop might have a person passing through his body one moment or make goldfish appear from nowhere the next. Bishop is an international award-winning illusionist who was the youngest person to win the Magician's Alliance of Eastern States Stage Award and one of the youngest people to compete in the Society of American Magicians World-Class competition.

First Thursday Art Walk, Jan 5, Feb. 2, Mar. 1, The First Thursday Art Walk is a celebration of the arts in downtown Telluride for art lovers, community and friends

KOTO Lip Sync - January 23,

Women's Week, Jan 26-28, Feb. 12-16, March 4-8

Young People's Theater program presents 13, Feb. 3-4, Historic Sheridan Opera House
Sheridan Arts Foundation Comedy Festival, Feb. 16-19, Historic Sheridan Opera House

11th Annual Chocolate Lovers' Fling - February 6,

2012 Gay Ski Week, Feb. 25 - Mar 3

Telluride AIDS Benefit Gala Fashion Show - March 3,

A Taste of Latin Flavor! Mar 16, Historic Sheridan Opera House, This evening of food, drink and entertainment features Spanish tapas, Latin American wines, traditional music and an array of dance demonstrations: tango, merengue, salsa and more!

Burlesque: A Fundraiser for Telluride Theatre, Mar 30-31, Historic Sheridan Opera House

KOTO Street Dance, April 6, Main Street Telluride, This annual aprés-winter block party is traditionally held on the last Friday of the ski season. (Saturday April 7 is reserved in case of inclement weather.) Telluride closes its main street for live music, dancing, and a beer garden.

Closing Day, April 8


Fast Facts

1. The area surrounding Telluride has the highest concentration of 14,000 foot peaks in North America.

2. The only FREE gondola public transportation system in North America, runs 7am-midnight, providing transportation and access to trails as well as Telluride and Mountain Village.

3. L.L. Nunn, the engineer that brought alternating current to the world, invented it in Telluride. Once called the city of lights, Telluride was the first city in the world to have electric street lamps.

4. Bridal Veil Falls, at the east end of Telluride, is Colorado's tallest free-falling waterfall.

5. Ski Magazine rates Telluride in the Top 10 ski resorts in North America.

6. The nearest stoplight is 45 miles away!

7. Butch Cassidy robbed his first Bank in Telluride on June 24, 1889.

8. Alpine Vino is the highest restaurant in all of ski country (11,966 feet).



Telluride Ski Resorts

The Telluride Ski Experience offers a genuine mountain experience for all levels of skiers thanks to a mix of quality terrain at all points on the mountain. From refined groomed runs to challenging moguls, there truly is something for everyone. Even beginners and intermediate skiers can ride to the highest peaks and enjoy terrain and views typically reserved for the experts.


Opening Dates
November 24, 2011 - April 8, 2012

Hours
November 24, 2011 - March 10, 2012 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. March 11 - April 8, 2012 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Address & Contact Info
Telluride Ski & Golf
565 Mountain Village Blvd
Telluride, CO 81435


Season Passes
Pass Sale Price June 28 - October 28, 2011 $1,298 Regular Season Price October 29 - April 8, 2012 $1,950

Parking
In Telluride, free all-day parking is available to commuters and visitors at the Carhenge parking lot on West Pacific Street. The lot is serviced by the regular transit loop. Metered zones and free two-hour parking is available throughout the business district for visitors and business users. In Mountain Village, free parking is available at the intercept parking deck located off of Mountain Village Blvd. Once parked, access to the Mountain Village Core is via a free 5 minute gondola ride.

Closest Towns:
Telluride
Durango
Pagosa Springs
Silverton

MILES FROM DENVER - 330

Mountain Stats
Elevation

Peak - 13,320 ft.
Base - 8,750 ft.

Vertical Rise - 4.425 ft.

Terrain & Service
Beginner - 23%
Intermediate - 36%
Advanced/Expert - 41%
Skiable Acres - 2,000+
Number of Trails - 125
Longest Trail - 4.6 miles (7.4 km) "Galloping Goose"
Terrain Parks - 3
Total Lifts - 18

Avg Annual Snowfall - 309 inches
Avg Days of Sun per Year - 300 days



Telluride Trail Map

Telluride - Village Express
Telluride Web Cam

Signature Trail
"See Forever" - This intermediate run begins near the top of the mountain and takes you almost all the way to the base of the ski resort with spectacular 360 degree views of breathtaking 13,000-14,000 ft peaks.

Terrain Parks
4 Terrain Parks, Beginner-Advanced. Parks include jibs, fun boxes, jumps and rollers.

Lessons and Daycare
Telluride Nursery 970.728.7531

Mountain Dining
Lunch and Dinner. Alpino Vino, Giuseppe's, Gorrono Ranch, Allred's, Hop Garden, and Big Billie's. Enjoy breathtaking views from Alpino Vino. Now offering a nighttime dining experience like no other. Guests will travel to Alpino Vino via an enclosed Snow-Coach, where they will enjoy a five-course Italian themed menu with an optional wine pairing.

FYI

  • The ski resort is ideally located between the two ski-in/ski-out towns of Telluride and Mountain Village. These two communities are connected by a free gondola transportation system that runs from 7am-midnight daily.
  • The resort's vertical drop is now one of the largest in North America at 4,425 feet, with 3,845 vertical feet lift-served.
  • Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank in Telluride;
  • Alpine Vino is the highest restaurant in all of ski country (11,966 feet).


Apres Ski

Allred's located at the top of the gondola, is the perfect spot to sip cocktails and hot chocolate by the fire. The Hop Garden, located at the base of Lift 4 in Mountain Village, boasts a European styled ski bar featuring a beer garden and delicious hot and cold fare - a perfect complement to a day on the slopes. Hot soups, hearty Panini, specialty pasta's and sizzling burgers complement ten specialty beers on tap and a delicious wine selection. The traditional German styled beer garden atmosphere is a great way to soak up sunny winter days!

Alternate Day
Try these:
snowbiking (800.801.4832),
dog sledding (970.729.0058), heliskiing (866.435.4754),
horseback riding (970.728.9611), glider rides (970.209.3497),
snowmobiling (970.728.4475), and tubing (800.801.4832).


Activities & Attractions

San Juan Huts
970-626-3033
www.sanjuanhuts.com
Offering backcountry mountain bike and ski hut to hut adventures in the Rocky Mountains.

Telluride Ski Resort - Expanded terrain in Revelation Bowl

Helitrax - Colorado's only helicopter-assisted skiing

Snowmobile & Dog Sled Tours

Extensive Nordic & Snowshoe Trails

Plenty of Winter Festivals & Events

Local Transportation

Free transportation with Galloping Goose, Gondola, and Dial-a-ride.

Directions

Directions from Denver
Denver, CO - 330 miles. Take Interstate 70 west to Grand Junction; go south on Route 50 to Montrose Continue south on Route 550 to Ridgway, then turn right on Route 62. Follow this to Route 145 and turn left. Follow the signs into Telluride

Directions from Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs, CO - 300 miles. Take Route 24 west. Turn south on 258/24 and proceed to Route 50 Turn right on Route 50. Proceed over Monarch Pass into Gunnison and then to Montrose. Turn left on Townsend and follow Route 550 south to Ridgway. In Ridgway, turn right on Route 62. Follow this to Route 145 and turn left. Follow the signs into Telluride

Directions from Albuquerque
Albuquerque, NM - 320 miles. Take 550 then 160 through Durango. Follow Route 145 and turn left. Follow the signs into Telluride

Directions from Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ - 475 miles. Take I-17 to US 160 through Durango. Follow Route 145 and turn left. Follow the signs into Telluride

Directions from Salt Lake City
Salt Lake City, UT - 366 miles. Take US-6 to I-70 east to Grand Junction; go south on Route 50 to Montrose. Continue south on Route 550 to Ridgway, then turn right on Route 62. Follow this to Route 145 and turn left. Follow the signs into Telluride

Directions by Air
Telluride, Colorado is located in Southwestern Colorado in the beautiful San Juan Mountains. With direct jet service from 9 major cities across the US and world-wide connections, Telluride is easier than ever to get to. Travelers are served via Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) and Telluride Regional Airport (TEX).



Ski Rentals

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(800) 592-6883
www.bootdoctors.com

Ski Magazine's choice of "Best of the Rockies" and "America's Best Bootfitters", this family owned shop is all about service. The BootDoctors 24 years of experience ensures that you are well outfitted and taken care of.


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