USA Ski Resort Guide for Telluride

Telluride Ski Resort Guide

About the Resort

Telluride is a resort steeped in Wild West atmosphere. It's south west Colorado location means that many UK skiers find the convoluted journey too much to contemplate. The slope side mountain village is a great development with lavish modern condos. The towns buildings have been restored and it has a celebrity following. It has great views of craggy mountains and plenty to do if you don't like skiing - horse riding, dog sledding, shoe shoeing and ice skating.

About the Mountains near Telluride

The resort is a good all rounder and should offer somthing for everyone. The expert will find the challenging terrain of Gold Hill exciting and the intermediates can enjoy sweeping blue runs amidst great scenery. Beginners will find there are plenty of gentle blues and greens to progress to.

Après Ski at Telluride

The apres ski is mostly bar based and lively. Mountain restaurants are far and few between and some dining is members only.

Telluride Resort Ratings Guide

Snowfall RatingSnow Reliability4 Stars
Ski Lifts Number of Lifts 16
Resort HeightResort Height 2665 m
8750 ft
Run Length Slopes / Runs 2665-3735 m
8750-12260 ft
QueuesQueues 5 Stars
Green Ski% of Green Pistes in resort 24%
Blue Ski% of Blue Pistes in resort 38%
Red Ski% of Red Pistes in resort 0%
Black Ski% of Black Pistes in resort 38%

Local Tourist Office Information

Web address: www.visittelluride.com

Email: info@visittelluride.com

Telephone: +1 970 728 3041