Town of Telluride

 

Hidden away in a remote box canyon in the western San Juan Mountains of Colorado is the town of Telluride. Well-known for its pristine ski conditions in the winter and warm festive air in the summer, Telluride is refreshingly not as crowded as other Colorado resort destinations with a ritzier reputation.

 

With a permanent population of only around 2,400, Telluride is not just another resort town. Its rather secluded location means you need to plan your trip to fully enjoy this one-of-a-kind community. You can fly into the Montrose Regional Airport, just 65 miles away, or take a direct flight to the Telluride Regional Airport. The town is accessible by land through Colorado Route 145, the Imogene Pass, and Black Bear Pass.

 

The county seat of San Miguel County, Telluride was founded in 1878 as a silver mining camp along the San Miguel River. It was initially given the name “Columbia” and later renamed to the more distinct Telluride, after the gold mineral deposits found in the state.

 

The town’s historic downtown is lined by charming Victorian-era homes and buildings and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, as well as Colorado’s 20 National Historic Landmarks.

 

Telluride is surrounded by a steep forested mountain terrain and is overlooked by the nearby Bridal Veil Falls and Ingram Falls. Its uncrowded ski slopes boast a varied terrain that suits the needs of both beginner and expert skiers, and its gorgeous mountain destinations will thrill and delight all outdoor enthusiasts.