There is nothing better after a great day on the slopes than kicking off those boots and sharing a cold beer with friends. It's the perfect time to recap the day and it's completely OK to exaggerate about all the cool stuff you did. Here are some of our favorite apres watering holes:

Bar at 9454: 119 Lost Creek Lane, Inn at Lost Creek, 970-728-0495
A sophisticated yet casual hangout for folks staying in Mountain Village.

Fly Me to the Moon Saloon: 132 E Colorado Ave, Telluride, 970-728-6666
One of the best places to catch live music in Southern Colorado, the spacious Moon attracts locals and tourists alike.

New Sheridan Chop House and Bar: 233 W Colorado Ave, New Sheridan Hotel, Telluride, 970-728-9100
Located in the upscale New Sheridan Hotel, this bar offers a genteel setting where patrons can warm themselves after a day on the slopes with an expertly mixed cocktail or a glass of wine.

Smuggler's Brewpub: 225 S Pine, Telluride, 970-728-0919
Located at the corner of Pine and San Juan, Telluride's most popular (in fact, its only) microbrewery is no slouch when it comes to handcrafting frosty quaffs and serving tasty pub grub.

The Last Dollar Saloon: 100 E Colorado, Telluride, 970-728-4800
Regulars call this rustic watering hole "the Buck," and its look and feel certainly qualify it as a local hangout.

The Brown Dog: 110 E Colorado, Telluride, 970-728-8046
Best Damn Sports Bar, Period! Go watch your favorite team on billions of TV's, HD and Satellite.  Many Boston and/or New England fans hang out.

The Hop Garden:  Located slopeside in Mountain Village, 970-728-7467
Located slopeside at the base of the VIllage Express (4) in the Mountain Village core, the Hop Garden offers craft beers from around the world and exceptionally prepared casual fare.