Fly Fishing

The rivers and lakes of the San Juan Mountains are an angler's dreamscape. The beauty of our surroundings is matched only by the variety of our fly fishing opportunities. Within casting distance of Telluride are countless high country lakes and more than 200 miles of trout streams. For more info, call:

• San Miguel Anglers (970)728-4477
• Telluride Angler (800) 831-6230

Golf

Golf at 9,500 feet in Telluride

The Telluride Golf Course is located right outside The Wyndham Peaks Resort in Mountain Village. The spectacular course winds around the beautiful mesa including crossing several ski runs. The course is lined with multi-million dollar vacation homes and shimmering aspen trees. The par 71 course is relatively short, because of the altitude - 9,400 feet above sea level - and is a special test of your golf skills, that is if your not concentrating on the scenery. For more info, call: (970) 728-2901

Golf at Fairway Pines (just 40 minutes away)

Fairway Pines is located high atop Loghill Mesa only 33 miles form Telluride. It is surrounded on all sides by towering 13,000 foot snow covered peaks, Fairway Pines was rated by Golf Digest as a “4-Star Place to Play". This par-72 course is a challenge for players of all levels. The landscape is “arid- desert” but with some rolling hills and ponds. The course is also frequented by wild elk and migrating birds. For more info call (800) 433-7760

Hiking / Biking

Bridal Veil Falls

Mother Nature offers FREE admission to Colorado's longest free-falling waterfall. Just drive or walk the 1.2 miles to the West end of the box canyon. A must see and Photo opportunity (Mark's favorite).

Bear Creek Canyon - (Easy to Moderate)

This is a favorite of locals and visitors alike, because Bear Creek's amazing serenity and beauty makes you feel like you're miles away from civilization. It's 2 miles one way to the waterfalls with a 1,040 foot elevation gain within this 325-acre mountain canyon that is secured for the public by the Telluride Land Trust. Enter the trail from the end of South Pine Street and follow Bear Creek up the canyon and enjoy views of jagged peaks on your way to the waterfalls. About .25 miles before the falls, watch for the sign on your right announcing the trailhead to the rugged and challenging Wasatch Trail, which continues for another 13 miles.

Cornet Falls Trail - (Moderate, but short - 1/2 mile round trip)
Enter at the north end of Aspen Street just like the Jud Wiebe however skip the bridge on your left and go straight on the Cornet Creek trail. This is only 1/4 mile round trip and can be steep and perhaps slippery at times. It winds up the gorgeous cornet creek canyon with a lovely 35 foot waterfall surrounded by a red rock ampthitheater.

The Gondola Ridge Trail System - (Easy to Moderate)
Ride the “G”to the top and exit towards town. You can go two directions 1)Easy hang a left and follow the Ridge down to Mounatin Village about 1.5 miles downhill. It winds and swithes back And forth looking west offering up gorgous sunsets and great shots of the Telluride valley. You end up on the paved road above the MV Core so saunter down and have a Beer. 2) Moderate- Follow the Telluride Trail down the ski slopes on a gravel jeep road. This one winds down for 2 miles (all downhilkl) and ends up at the bottom of the Gondola. A bit hard on the knees after awhile, but amazing vies of town and looking East towards Ingram Falls.

Jud Wiebe Trail - (Moderate) Great photo opportunities of Telluride and the scenic mountains!
Moderate - photo opportunities of town and the scenic mountains. Great views all the way on the traditional locals' hike with a 2.7 mile loop and 1,200 foot elevation gain. Enter at the north end of Aspen Street, then turn left and cross the bridge over Cornet Creek. Jud Wiebe loops above town with views of Bridal Veil and Ingram Falls, town, and the ski area, then continues to Tomboy Road and back to town.

Sneffels Highline Trail - (Difficult) Great photo opportunities!
If you're hearing the call of the wild, this is your answer for robust backcountry challenge and endurance. Follow the Jud Wiebe trail and at .5 miles take the path to the left that crosses Butcher Creek. Turn right at the sign post and climb north. This is a 13-mile loop with a 3,600 foot elevation gain. The trail will lead you above timberline to Pack Basin, over a saddle and into Mill Creek Basin. Continue down to Mill Creek, turn left to access the Waterline trail (over bridge), and return to the Jud Wiebe and back to town.Take plenty of water and look out for bad weather, it’s a long day…

Historical Walking Tour

Take a FREE self-guided tour of Telluride's National Historic Landmark District.
For more info, call: (970) 728-6639

Horseback Riding around Telluride

Ride with Roudy on one and two hour trail rides. Elk and aspen stands abound on the trails that traverse the shoulders of of Grey Head, west of Telluride. Open year-round.
Phone: (970) 728-9611

Jeeping

Tomboy Mine
Hike or jeep to the Tomboy Mines, where vast riches of late gold and silver were found in the late 1800's. The road starts at the top of Oak street, 4 Wheel drive mandatory.

Alta Lakes
Jeep to the beautiful and senic Alta lakes, incredible old Ghost town, with amazing views. Drive out of MV South for 4 miles to the road on your left. An easy grade 15 minutes up brings you to the old mining clamis. For info call:

• Budget Car Rental (970) 728-4642
• Dave's Mountain Tours (970) 728-9749
• National Car Rental (970) 728-9380
• San Juan Adventure (970) 325-0120
• Switzerland of America (970) 325-4484
• Telluride Outside (970) 728-3895

RIVER RAFTING

The lively class III San Miguel originates in the snow fed waterfalls of Telluride and continues through pristine alpine environment surrounded by breathtaking red cliffs. Enjoy this pristine riparian habitat along a continuously dropping and winding river. Lots of action and fun! Choose to power the paddle boats or enjoy the ride in an oar raft. For more info call:

• Further Adventures (970) 728-8954
• San Juan Rivers Paddling School (970) 728-6250
• San Miguel Anglers (970)728-4477
• Tellruide Outside (970) 728-3895

Swimming, Town Park

The pool at Town Park is open May 25-September 2, Tuesday-Friday 1:00-5:30pm, Saturday-Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm. Admission is $1.50 for ages 7 to 17, and free for kids under 7 accompanied by an adult. There are two sessions of American Red Cross swimming lessons, June 24-July 19 and July 22-August 16. Cost is $25. Phone: (970)728-9919

Telluride Parks Recreation Sports Camps

The Parks & Recreation Dept. host a variety of sports camps in the summer for kids. Basketball camp is held in mid-July, baseball camp at end of July and beginning of August, and soccer camp in mid-August. Call to reserve a space for your child. Phone: (970)728-2173

Telluride Town Park

Parks Dept. The Telluride Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of year round programs for youth and adults in Town Park, at the school gyms, up in the Bear Creek Preserve, and at the Youth Center. Our staff provides assistance to the Commission for Arts and Special Events ( CASE ) and the Parks and Recreation Commission. Our department also manages and approves the applications for Town Park core area reservations, banners, street closures, and pocket park reservations. Phone: (970)728-2173