The Telluride for Connoisseurs

Though nestled in a scenic canyon at the end of the highway, Telluride bursts into view in glorious fashion; amid the soaring, 13,000-foot peaks of the San Juan Mountains lies this eclectic Western town that's a charming combination of raucous roots and world-class mountain vacation spot. On the same streets where Butch Cassidy robbed his first bank, you can round a bevy of unforgettable experiences, delivered with a local flair that sets Telluride apart from its peers.

With our Destination Concierge guiding you to the hottest spots and local haunts alike, make sure you carve out a day on the slopes at the legendary Telluride Ski Resort, sample the town's unique cultural scene, and reserve a seat at the tables of the town's numerous culinary talents, from high-end steakhouses to down-home barbecues. The highway may end here, but this is where unforgettable times begin.

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Playing Outside in Winter. Telluride Ski Resort, with 2,000-plus skiable acres including the Revelation Bowl, is an understandable reason why the locals brag. Its powder and terrain are pure excellence. But downhill isn't the only way to go: nearby snow-covered mountains offer hut-to-hut ski tours, snowmobiling, snowshoeing, and the chance to bundle up for a tear through the tracks behind a team of sled dogs.

Playing Outside in Summer. A different kind of trail is in high demand during the warm months, when the snow recedes to reveal untold stretches of grand hiking and biking terrain and the town plays host to nearly weekly world-class events and festivals. Want to find out how to hit the trail in a 4x4 and see the mountains from a new perspective? We can help you do that, too. From spring melt to fall foliage, summer in Telluride makes it a year-round gem.

Performing Arts. Famously generous to its vibrant family of performers and producers, the Sheridan Arts Foundation has helped foster a stimulating variety of performing arts, with the Sheridan Opera House - built by miners for vaudeville performances in 1913 - as its indisputable centerpiece. From music and dance, to comedy and drama, you can find something for everyone at the Sheridan Opera House. Less…