Colorado is known for its colorful and diverse landscape, the charm of the rivers that run through it, and the breathtaking majesty of the mountains that stand guard. Telluride, of course, expands on that charm with a picturesque downtown area filled with shops, restaurants, and businesses housed in buildings that have very often remained standing throughout the history of the town. Our Accommodations in Telluride idyllic homes and condos? Equally charming, filled with luxury, and quite often offering the ideal spots for photography in Telluride and to snap some of the best photographs you have ever taken, without having to make any effort! Today, we want to talk about some of the best places for taking the most awe-inspiring photographs in our mountain town, ensuring that as you play, dine, and relax, you also will be able to enjoy some souvenirs that will cost nothing—except for the cost of a new frame, because you know that you will be framing your masterpieces and hanging them in prime places on your walls back home!
At the Flowerbox
Towns all over the US have signs that announce you have arrived at your destination. From large archways with metal flourishes to common street signs with all the details of the town, most want you to realize your journey has reached its climax, but none does so with such charm and style as downtown Telluride and its simple wood flower box with colorful blooms growing inside. In the warmer months, you can take a photo from just in front of it, capturing the flower box, the historical buildings that line Main Street, and the mountains just beyond; visit during the summer holidays and add a patriotic touch to your photo with the addition of flags waving from their perches on the businesses housed inside the historic structures.
Enjoy Photography in Telluride at Bridal Veil Falls
It is difficult to take a bad picture of any waterfall as the magic of the mist, the water, and the stones over which the water tumbles creates a beautiful image that just begs to be captured, and Bridal Veil Falls offers all of that and more! At the top of the falls stands a stunning Victorian structure (actually still used for harnessing energy today) and the colors of the cliffs over which the waterfalls are variegated with colors of red, beige, and brown. The green of the pines on top and below, the white of the frothy waters tumbling down 365 feet ensures that every picture you take will be your favorite. In the winter, this colorful scene turns to a stunning panorama of ice and stone offering photos unlike any other you have seen! This is a great location for enjoying Telluride photography!
Road Trip on Last Dollar Road
This off the beaten path roadway is filled with a plethora of photo opps for Telluride photography, offering views of the mountains that stand strong in Telluride, fields of wildflowers in the summer months, and rustic wood fences accenting the scenery beyond. Once a mining supply road to the miners that worked hard to make their fortunes and also serving as the backdrop for one of John Wayne’s most recognized movies, True Grit, the Last Dollar Road takes visitors on a photographic journey from Telluride to Ridgeway and deserves to be experienced more than once—perhaps at least three times in three different seasons, so be sure to make plans for a return visit!
The San Miguel River
Imagine standing on the shores of a gently flowing river, the mountains all around you, the green pines whispering in the breezes, and the sun’s rays creating flashes of light that enhance the beauty of the moment. Now, imagine a camera in hand and everywhere you turn and with every click of the button, all the pictures you take turn out not just being frame worthy but “sexy” enough to sell as professional work. It is impossible to take a bad picture from the banks of the San Miguel River, but you don’t have to take our word for it, just try it out for yourself!
The Gondola
The free Gondola that takes guests from the town of Telluride to Mountain Village has been the scene of millions of stunning photos, taken in all seasons of the year! Offering panoramic views that change with the seasons, the large expanse of windows that make up much of each cabin keep out the elements while allowing for stunning photos, including family pics that will enjoy their space on your walls at home.
The Balcony of Your Accommodations in Telluride Sanctuary
Our properties are designed to be comfortable, relaxing, and luxurious but perhaps your favorite part may be the views visible from nearly every window inside and the balcony outside! Step out onto the wood deck and breathe deeply of the cool fresh air and lift your camera to your eyes to capture images that will speak to your heart. Just like at any of the spots listed above, there can be no bad pictures taken in these spots. Reserve your favorite home sweet vacation home today!
