Telluride Ski Resort

Telluride is one big mountain. Big as in it soars to an elevation of 12,260 feet, with 3,500 vertical feet to have fun with. Here, nestled in the San Juans, we're always excited to see the snow fly and we get over 300 inches a year to keep all of us (and you) happy. Those are some pretty big numbers. Now, add in the unveiling of Prospect Bowl, and we've nearly doubled its size. And that sure is saying something, isn't it?

The best of all worlds with 25 percent beginner terrain, 36 percent intermediate and some of the best black diamonds in the nation. And now, with Prospect Bowl, there are over 1,700 acres more! Plus there's the coolest town in the West to explore, and we'll show you how to get here too.

Others hightail it to the new Gold Hill Lift for the deepest of freshies, an abundance of open bowls and chutes. Late in the day, powder stashes can still be found in the trees off of Lifts 6, 9 and 12 (Prospect Lift). Guests get the inside scoop from friendly locals to find the "sweetest powder shots" on the mountain.

Be sure to take the Plunge, one of the most popular runs in the United States, known for its breathtaking views of town as well as its starring role in a VISA commercial. The Plunge is a jaw-dropping, black diamond bump run descending 3,140 vertical feet from the top of the Mountain into historic Telluride.

While Telluride is renowned for its steeps and bumps, 38 percent of the mountain is intermediate terrain. Lift 5 is the perfect hideaway for the intermediate snow rider, offering short chutes, friendly corduroy, glades and moderate bumps. Lift 10 and Ute Park in Prospect Bowl are a beginner and lower intermediate's dream, with meandering green and blue runs nearly two miles long.

Places to Stay and Fun Things to Do

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Guest with an active spirit can explore Telluride's mountains by bike, horseback, skis, or on foot then return to the comfort of a guest room, cozy cabin or stylish penthouse. Ski packages available.

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General Skiing Information

• Vertical rise: 3,530 ft.
• Terrain: 1,700 skiable acres
• Number of trails: 84
• Longest run: 4.6 miles
• Trails:
  • Easiest - 25%
  • More difficult - 36%
  • Most difficult - 38%
  • Expert - 38%
• Annual snowfall: 309 inches
• Lifts: 16 Total: 1 gondola (2 lifts), 7 high-speed quads, 2 triple chairs, 2 double chairs, 1 magic carpet, 2 surface lifts.
• Lift capacity: 21,186 skiers/riders per hour
• Parks and Pipes: Air Garden boasts over 10 acres of freestyle terrain. Beginner hits and rails, big hits, long rails, rainbows, tabletops and a new halfpipe.

Facilities

• Base elevation: 8,725 ft.
• Summit elevation: 12,260 ft.
• Map Location: Southwest M-5
• Location: 65 Miles south of Montrose, 125 Miles northeast of Durango, 127 Miles southeast of Grand Junction.
• Credit Cards: Visa, Mastercard, American Express & Discover

More Activities & Information

Telluride - includes Norwood & Rico