Your next ski trip of a lifetime is closer than you think!
More than just a ski destination, Telluride is a paradise home to endless outdoor recreation opportunities, quaint shops, award-winning dining, rich historic relics and more.
Take the journey here by scenic roadway or fly in to regional airports, park the car and get ready for a memorable experience. Discover a variety of accommodations from vacation rentals to hotels, luxurious to budget - there’s something for everyone!
Getting Here, Parking & Getting Around Telluride
Telluride is perched 8,750 feet high up in the beautiful San Juan Mountains! Travel by car on scenic mountain roads or fly in to one of many regional airports to enjoy the mountain.
Take it from us - for most, Telluride is best enjoyed without a car! We encourage attendees to arrive, park and use our free transportation system to get around town. Our free Galloping Goose bus system, along with the one-of-a-kind, scenic gondola system between Telluride and Mountain Village, Dial-A-Ride services in Mountain Village and other custom transportation options make getting around a breeze. The venues, bars, restaurants and shops are located a quick stroll from anywhere in Telluride or Mountain Village.
Flying to Telluride
Flights are available directly into Telluride or nearby Montrose, Durango, Cortez, and Grand Junction. Five carriers service the airports with a variety of non-stop destinations. International airports in Denver, Salt Lake City, and Albuquerque offer a scenic and manageable drive away as well.
Telluride Express, is Telluride's premier ground transportation service to and from all regional airports including Telluride, Montrose, Grand Junction, Durango, Cortez and Gunnison. They also offer door to door shared-ride, private and custom accommodations. To schedule a ride visit their website here or call (970) 728-6000.
Telluride Regional Airport is approximately 15 minutes from Telluride and/or Mountain Village. At 9,070 feet above sea level, the airport is the highest commercial airport and offers picturesque views of the San Juan Mountains. Ground transportation is available from all airports.
For private pilots, the Telluride Regional Airport is a fixed base operator that can provide fuel and maintenance. For Air Charter services in the region, please click here for a list of Charter Service providers in the area.
Driving To Telluride
Telluride is centrally located in southwestern Colorado, along the scenic San Juan Skyway. A perfect base camp for adventures, Telluride is easily accessible from a variety of locations.
For current road conditions, call (877) 315-7623 or click here.
Where To Stay
Intimate Victorian settings or modern design elements—just steps away from downtown.
You have the option to stay in the Town of Telluride or head to Mountain Village and discover well-appointed lodging with town access via the free Gondola System and on-site, full-service spas. The best deals are available through our lodging partners below.
Nightlife
Telluride is known for playing hard and that doesn’t stop when the sun goes down!
Enjoy a diverse and exciting nightlife in Telluride and Mountain Village that lets you easily hop between restaurants, bars, and pubs. Casual to fine dining, live music, dancing, and more will keep you entertained late into the evening.
Click below to explore general nightlife options in Telluride and Mountain Village.
Dining
Telluride is such a special place that it’s destined to draw special people. That list includes some of the nation’s most celebrated chefs, many who now call Telluride home.
Truth is… you work up an appetite here, and whether you’re looking for a fresh pizza, foie gras, or free-range steak, we’ve got a collection of restaurants that get our mouths watering just talking about them.
Click below to explore all the dining options in Telluride and Mountain Village.