Telluride

Telluride

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Perched at 8,750 feet in Colorado's San Juan Mountains, Telluride combines authentic mountain town charm with world-class skiing. This former Victorian mining town has preserved its historic character while evolving into an exceptional ski destination. The resort offers 2,000+ acres of varied terrain, with legendary steeps and pristine glades sharing the mountain with meticulously groomed beginner and intermediate runs.

Telluride's modern lift network features 19 lifts serving 148 trails. The innovative gondola system connects the historic downtown with Mountain Village, providing free transportation and spectacular views. Express quad chairs whisk skiers to 13,150 feet for access to some of North America's most dramatic alpine terrain. The lift infrastructure ensures minimal wait times even during peak seasons.

Telluride Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 19
Gondola
2
Gondola
Quad Chair
8
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
2
Triple Chair
Double Chair
2
Double Chair
T-Bar
2
T-Bar
Surface Lift
3
Surface Lift

Telluride Resort Elevation

12513ft3814mResort Summit3789ft1155mVertical Drop8724ft2659mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

148

Total Area

2000 ac

809.4 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
23%
Intermediate
36%
Advanced
20%
Expert
21%
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Location

Set in a spectacular box canyon surrounded by 13,000-foot peaks, Telluride offers an unforgettable mountain setting. The historic downtown district brings character and convenience, with restaurants, shops, and apres-ski spots just steps from the slopes. Getting here is part of the adventure - the Telluride Regional Airport sits at 9,070 feet, making it North America's highest commercial airport. The resort is also accessible via Montrose Regional Airport, about 75 minutes away by car.

Telluride

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Season Info

Telluride enjoys a remarkable snow season from late November through early April, averaging 280 inches of annual snowfall. The high elevation and northern exposure maintain excellent snow conditions throughout winter. Late season storms often bring legendary powder days in March, while crisp mornings and sunny afternoons create perfect spring skiing conditions as the season winds down.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/27/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

138

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

7.11m

711cm

Imperial

23.3ft

280in

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