Plan a getaway with loved ones this winter to a four-seasons and winter wonderland resort town like no other. See the breathtaking winter landscape, Colorado style. The Centennial State is dotted with many of these cozy mountain towns that offer plenty of activities, attractions, and more. If this sounds like just what the doctor ordered for your winter getaway, point your compass and pack your bags for a stay in beautiful Telluride. Our guide has all of the winter activities in Telluride you can’t miss!
Winter Activities in Telluride
The free gondola provides a 13-minute ride that includes the beautiful scenery of Telluride from over 10,500 feet on the way to hiking and biking trails, as well as skiing and snowboarding opportunities. Load onto the gondola in Telluride or nearby Mountain Village. Ride all the way to the town of Mountain Village or stop at the ridge – San Sophia Ridge – for access to the trails. Operating hours are daily, 6:30 a.m. – midnight.
Winter Sports
Telluride in the winter is all about winter sports. The Telluride Ski Resort has some of the best slopes in the area, with tracks for beginners all the way up to the most advanced skiers. For some different ski experiences, explore the backcountry, go cross-country skiing, or helicopter skiing – where you jump from a helicopter and ski your way down the mountain. Other interesting winter activities include dog sledding, snowmobiling, snow shoeing, ice skating, ice climbing, or the relaxation of a sleigh ride.
Horseback Riding
You may consider the activity one for when snow isn’t covering the ground, but you’d be wrong. Various companies and stables in the area offer horseback rides in the winter as well as the summer months. The route may be modified from a summer jaunt due to weather. Dress in layers to combat the cold weather. Don’t forget your camera to capture all the memories. Some companies offer horse-drawn sleigh rides.
Historic Telluride
If you’re looking for an attraction to explore without going far at all, you’ll be glad you chose Telluride as your vacation spot. The town itself is an attraction to be explored this winter! Wander historic Telluride, designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1964 due to its significant role in the history of the American West. Make your first stop the town museum where you’ll learn about the town’s evolution from Ute tribe summer camp, to mining camp, to boom town, and finally the ski mecca of today. Shop in stores and boutiques, many of which are housed in some of the town’s original buildings that date back to the 1800s.
Fat Tire Mountain Biking
The San Juan mountains surrounding Telluride provide a variety of terrain for a unique riding experience. More advanced bikers can explore more challenging trails that lead down old mining roads, through basins, and high above the box canyon. Longer, more difficult trails join moderate-skill level trails that link former railroad tracks throughout the valley and further west, and there are trails for those just starting their fat tire biking journey, too. If you’re not yet ready for the various elevation changes and thinner air of the mountain trails, stick closer to town at the Telluride Bike Park at the Telluride Ski Resort.
Food Tours
Take a delicious tour of Telluride! If you need to warm up after a day on the slopes, or you’re just looking for your next meal, take a tour! You can choose an organized tour that stops at various Telluride restaurants and bars or blaze your own trail. If you choose an organized tour, the tour includes multiple stops, giving you the opportunity to enjoy the many and varied flavors our town has to offer. Keep in mind some stops may be 21+, and some foods or beverages may not be included in the price of the tour.
Spa Day
Make relaxation the biggest part of your To Do List this winter in Telluride. Whether it’s at the beginning of your trip, the end of your trip, or somewhere in between, don’t skip full relaxation. There are several spas in Telluride and the surrounding area that want to help you out with that total relaxation. Choose from services like manicures, pedicures, body wraps or scrubs, scalp treatments, and more that will have you walking away refreshed and rejuvenated. Some spas offer special just-for-men services that cater to their unique rejuvenation needs as well.
Enjoy Winter in Telluride
For the best experience throughout your Telluride adventure this winter, make sure the first thing you do is book a vacation rental home with Accommodations in Telluride. Choose a cozy one-bedroom for a cozy solo or sweetheart stay, all the way up to a six-bedroom home with a fitness room and ski storage for a large family or group reunion filled with winter fun. Prepare soul-warming, delicious meals in the fully equipped kitchen. Stretch out in an open living space after a day of Telluride winter activities, or retreat to a private bedroom for some well-deserved rest before another day of fun. Contact us today to book one of our Telluride homes for rent!
