Colorado, Usa · Epic
Telluride
2,000 acres, 148 runs in historic Telluride. Free gondola, dramatic 4,425ft vertical, Victorian mining town.
Season 2025 - 2026
Opens
28 Nov 2025
Closes
5 Apr 2026
Days open
128
Annual snow
23ft
The Overview
Michael Fulton
Melbourne-based skier and snowboarder with 50+ resorts across 5 continents. Specialises in Australian resorts and international resort comparisons.
Telluride's summit reaches 13,150 feet, dropping 4,425 vertical feet to a base at 8,725 feet across 148 runs spread over 2,000 acres in Telluride, Colorado. Terrain splits 39 per cent expert, 23 per cent each for advanced and intermediate, and 15 per cent beginner, with average annual snowfall of roughly 300 inches. Nineteen lifts, including six quad chairs and one gondola, serve the mountain alongside four six-person chairs, three double chairs, one triple chair and four surface lifts.
Telluride holds a genuinely distinctive place among Colorado resorts, combining a National Historic Landmark Victorian mining town with some of the state's most dramatic, expert-weighted terrain and a free public gondola connecting the historic town to the newer Mountain Village. Its considerable 4,425-foot vertical drop ranks among the largest in Colorado.
Telluride was founded in 1878 during the San Juan Mountains' silver and gold mining boom, and the town's name is popularly said to derive from tellurium, though it more likely stems from a corruption of 'to-hell-you-ride,' reflecting the area's rugged remoteness. Mining sustained the town for decades before its decline in the early twentieth century.
Telluride Ski Resort opened in 1972, developed by Joseph T. Zoline on the mountain above the historic town, bringing renewed prosperity to a community that had fallen into decline. The resort has remained under a series of private ownership groups, with the free gondola, opened in 1996, connecting the historic town to the purpose-built Mountain Village. Adult daily tickets run from 169 to 249 US dollars.
3,789ft
Vertical
148
Runs
2,000 acres
Skiable
23ft
Annual snow
Epic
Pass
The Terrain
148 runs across 2,000 acres skiable
Telluride spreads 148 runs across 2,000 acres skiable of terrain. It leans intermediate at 36%, with 34 beginner runs to find your feet and 61 advanced or expert runs when you want to push.
Terrain split
148
runs
148 runs across 4 grades
Beginner34 runs · 23%
Intermediate53 runs · 36%
Advanced30 runs · 20%
Expert31 runs · 21%
Time it right
When to visit Telluride
The 2025-26 season at Telluride ran from 27 November 2025 to 12 April 2026, a roughly nineteen-week season supported by average annual snowfall of around 300 inches. Season dates can shift depending on early and late-season weather conditions in the San Juan Mountains.
Midwinter, from December through February, typically brings the most consistent conditions to Telluride's dramatic, expert-weighted terrain. Telluride draws a genuinely dedicated destination visitor base seeking the resort's considerable vertical drop and historic Victorian mining town setting, well away from the Interstate 70 corridor.
Telluride's free gondola continues to support strong visitation between the historic town and Mountain Village throughout the season. School holiday periods bring family visitation to the resort's more moderate terrain, though the overall visitor base skews toward experienced skiers drawn by the considerable expert terrain.
Specific event programming beyond standard operations is not confirmed in available resort information. Telluride continues to build on more than five decades of skiing history since its 1972 founding, itself following a century of mining heritage dating to the town's 1878 founding. The resort's Victorian town character and dramatic terrain remain central to its enduring destination appeal.
Season 2025 - 2026
28 Nov 2025
Opens
5 Apr 2026
Closes
128
Days open
23 ft
Annual snow
Getting there
Getting to Telluride, and where to stay
Telluride sits in Telluride, Colorado, in the San Juan Mountains, with a base elevation of 8,725 feet and a summit at 13,150 feet across a 4,425-foot vertical drop over 2,000 acres. This dramatic, remote setting places the resort in one of Colorado's most historically significant and visually striking mountain towns.
The town of Telluride itself, a National Historic Landmark Victorian mining town, offers extensive lodging, dining and considerable historic character directly at the resort's base, connected by free gondola to the newer Mountain Village.
Colorado State Highway 145 provides access to the resort. Winter driving conditions on this remote mountain route can include significant snow and ice, and the resort's considerable distance from major population centres means travellers should allow additional time compared with more centrally located Colorado destinations.
Telluride Regional Airport, one of the highest commercial airports in North America, offers direct seasonal flights from several major US cities, providing a genuinely convenient gateway for visitors flying directly into this otherwise remote destination, alongside the more distant Montrose Regional Airport.
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Latest News
From the SnowStash desk
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15 Aug 2026
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Spain's government has approved a draft tobacco law that would ban smoking across a wide range of outdoor spaces, including sports venues - a category Spanish winter sports media expect to cover ski resorts, potentially extending to slopes and lifts themselves. The rules would also apply to e-cigarettes and vaping devices, even nicotine-free ones. The bill still has to clear the Spanish parliament before any ban, signage, or fines can take effect.
22 July 2026
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21 July 2026
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Live webcams
5 live angles across the mountain. Tap any camera to go full-screen.
About Telluride's live webcams
Check live conditions across Telluride with 5 real-time webcams showing snow, weather, and lift operations, updated every 10 minutes. Check high-elevation cams for powder visibility and base-area cams for crowd levels before you head up.
Camera guide
- Revelation Bowl Live Cam11,499ft
- Experience the ultimate Colorado mountain panorama through this Revelation Bowl Telluride webcam offering 360 degrees of live views from 3505 meters elevation. This comprehensive Telluride live cam provides interactive control with custom time-lapse selection and multiple viewing angles across the resort's legendary terrain. Perfect for exploring every angle of this dramatic San Juan Mountain landscape, this Telluride web cam delivers unmatched perspectives of the peaks and valleys that surround one of Colorado's most spectacular and challenging ski destinations, where expert terrain and breathtaking scenery create unforgettable experiences.
- Village Cam8,750ft
- Monitor Mountain Village activity from this strategically positioned Telluride webcam located in the Mountain Village Core at 2667 meters elevation. Looking southeast toward the lower Village Express (Lift 4) and Misty Maiden trail, this Telluride live cam captures the energy of the resort's modern base village where luxury accommodations meet world-class skiing. Essential for assessing current conditions and activity at the Hoot Brown Intermediate Terrain Park, this Telluride web cam provides real-time views of the gateway to some of Colorado's most challenging and spectacular high-alpine terrain.
- Hoot Brown Terrain Park Cam8,750ft
- Track freestyle action and terrain park conditions with this specialized Telluride webcam pointed southeast at the Lower Hoot Brown Intermediate Terrain Park at 2667 meters elevation. This focused Telluride live cam provides essential views of progressive features designed for intermediate riders looking to advance their skills in one of Colorado's most scenic settings. Perfect for freestyle enthusiasts monitoring park conditions, this Telluride web cam captures the innovative terrain features that complement the resort's world-famous steep terrain, offering something for every style of skier and rider in the dramatic San Juan Mountains.
- Black Iron Bowl11,299ft
- Experience spectacular high-alpine dining views from this Bon Vivant restaurant Telluride webcam positioned at 3444 meters elevation at the top of Chair 5. This elevated Telluride live cam showcases the dramatic Black Iron Bowl terrain while providing stunning vistas from one of Colorado's most scenic on-mountain dining locations. Essential for expert skiers assessing conditions in the challenging bowl terrain, this Telluride web cam reveals why dining at altitude has become an integral part of the Telluride experience, where world-class cuisine meets breathtaking San Juan Mountain panoramas.
- See Forever Cam12,001ft
- Survey Telluride's most dramatic terrain from this See Forever Telluride webcam positioned at 3658 meters elevation overlooking multiple expert zones. This commanding Telluride live cam captures terrain served by Chair 5, Chair 12, and the legendary slopes of Bald Mountain and Wilson Peak that define serious Colorado skiing. Essential for expert skiers planning their assault on some of North America's most challenging lift-served terrain, this Telluride web cam provides crucial visibility across the steep chutes, dramatic bowls, and technical descents that have made Telluride a pilgrimage destination for advanced skiers worldwide.
Telluride snow cams FAQ
How often do Telluride snow cams update?
All Telluride snow cams and webcams update every 10 minutes with fresh images showing current mountain conditions. This frequent update schedule ensures you have access to near real-time conditions for planning your ski day at Telluride.
Which Telluride webcam shows the best powder conditions?
The high-elevation See Forever Cam webcam at 3,658m provides the clearest view of powder conditions and snowfall. These Telluride webcams capture fresh snow accumulation and visibility better than base area cameras.
Can I see Telluride lift queues on the webcams?
Yes. Multiple Telluride snow cams specifically show lift queue areas and chairlift operations, helping you time your arrival and avoid peak queue periods.
When is the best time to check Telluride snow cams?
Check Telluride webcams early morning (7-8am) for overnight snowfall assessment, and mid-afternoon for current crowd levels and weather. The live cams are most useful after storm events to assess fresh powder.
How can I check current conditions before buying Telluride lift tickets?
Use our Telluride webcams alongside the live snow report to assess conditions before purchasing lift tickets. The webcams show real-time visibility, snow quality, and operational status.
Do Telluride webcams work on mobile devices?
Yes. All Telluride snow cams and webcams are optimized for mobile viewing, so you can check live conditions from anywhere using your phone or tablet.
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