Telluride is located in southwest Colorado's San Juan Mountains. It is a world-class ski resort with over 1700 acres of riding terrain and unsurpassed beauty. The ranges are rugged yet exciting, some challenges, and all inviting. Every rider will discover a world of wonder and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Telluride boomed in the late 1800s and is now a historic mining town. Most of its Victorian architecture is still preserved to this day, allowing it to be named a National Historic Landmark District. It is a small peaceful town surrounded by the largest mountains in North America. The lines are short, the rides are long, and the mountain is uncrowded, allowing you to feel like you are riding down your own private slope. There is something for everyone and any level from fine groomed trails to challenging moguls. Once you reach the peaks of Telluride you will find out why it has been called, "The most beautiful place you'll ever ski."

Telluride is best known for its world-class winter activities. These include an extensive list of fun for the whole family such as skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling, ice-skating, dog sledding, sleigh rides, ice climbing, tubing, and even heli-skiing.         

The mountain has an impressive Elevation of 12,255 feet and a vertical drop of 4,425 feet. Annual snowfall is about 309 inches. That, combined with around 300 days of sunshine, means conditions are perfect all season. Manmade snow makes up only 15% of Telluride. There are 16 lifts including seven Hi-speed Quads and two Gondolas--and with over 115 trails, each lift gets plenty of use. Trails include beginner, intermediate, and experienced. Crowd favorites include The Plunge for the experienced only, the See Forever and the Galloping Goose, a 4.6 mile ride for beginners.        

Adventurous folk can hike to the summit of Bald Mountain and experience some of the best powder in the world. A hike to Black Iron Bowl will give way to 1000-foot vertical drops, steep chutes, and open glades. There is also Palmyra Peak and the Gold Hill Chutes where riders can experience untouched acres and spectacular riding terrain.         

Skiers and snowboarders alike will have a blast shredding up any one of the three terrain parks. Beginners will find comfort in the Ute with small hits, boxes, and rollers ideal for learning. Intermediate riders can head over to the Polar Queen, which features tables, fun boxes, waterfalls, A-frames, and jibs. Expert riders will find their thrills in the Hoot Brown Advanced Park, which boasts the latest in rails, jibs, hits, and a gnarly Super Pipe. Telluride was voted number one for terrain parks in 2008. The mountain resort has an expected opening date of November and usually closes in mid April. Telluride Ski Resort offers lessons for skiers and snowboarders of all levels, childcare, and more.

Telluride Ski Resort offers lodging for every budget. Eighty-Five percent of all accommodations are within walking distance of the chairlifts. There are condominiums and vacation homes that range from moderate to luxury. Most property and unit amenities include a fireplace, hot tub, Wi-Fi Internet, laundry facilities, kitchen, balcony, telephone, TV, ski storage, and a dazzling view of the San Juan peaks.

The Mountain Village is accessible by ski or snowboard, or also by a free gondola ride, which is the only of its kind in North America. The gondola can take passengers from the mountain to the village in 13 minutes, taking away the need for any automobile transportation. The Village is a must see with a number of rustic shops, boutiques, restaurants, and hotels.  No matter what you want to get out of your winter vacation, Telluride Ski Resort has everything you could imagine. See for yourself the majestic and enchanting experience Telluride will offer.