What to do and see in Telluride & Mountain Village, Telluride & Mountain Village: The Best Free Things to do

December 21, 2021 Etsuko Causey

Discover the best top things to do in Telluride & Mountain Village, United States including Blue Lakes Trail, Sneffels Highline Trail, Bear Creek Falls, Telluride Mountain Village Gondola, Ophir Pass Trail, San Miguel River, Main Street, Sheridan Bar, Jud Wiebe Trail, San Miguel County Courthouse.
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1. Blue Lakes Trail

Blue Lake Road, Telluride, CO 81435
Excellent
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5.0 based on 44 reviews

Blue Lakes Trail

A challenging and beautiful hiking trail about 10 miles out of town.

Reviewed By baoh314 - Phoenix, United States

Directions to this trail is pretty spot on with All Trails app. The hike itself was about 8 miles round trip with a lot of elevation gain hiking in. Some minor switchbacks I would say around 8 -10 total, but nothing too significant. The views along this trail is picturesques with wildlife popping up here and there. The fields of flowers and waterfalls were my highlights. The end result is the Blue Lake and we got lucky cause there were still a little bit of snow.

2. Sneffels Highline Trail

Telluride, CO https://www.fs.usda.gov/wps/portal/fsinternet/cs/recarea?ss=110308&navtype=BROWSEBYSUBJECT&cid=FSE_003738&navid=110240000000000&pnavid=110000000000000&position=generalinfo&recid=32452&ttype=recarea&pname=Sneffels%20Highline%20
Excellent
93%
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5.0 based on 28 reviews

Sneffels Highline Trail

Rated as difficult and requiring experience with altitude, this scenic 13-mile hiking trail skirts the perimeter of the Sneffels Wilderness, with a 3,600 foot elevation change.

3. Bear Creek Falls

Bear Creek Falls Trail, Telluride, CO 81435 http://www.visittelluride.com/activity/bear-creek-trail
Excellent
80%
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5.0 based on 406 reviews

Bear Creek Falls

Scenic waterfalls that tumble down into Telluride's box canyon in the San Juan Mountains.

Reviewed By wgm51 - Albuquerque, United States

This is a relatively easy trail - about 2.5 miles to the Falls starting at the end of S. Pine Street. The trail does climb most of the way but is not steep until very near the Falls. It is a beautiful hike and you can walk right up to the base of the Falls at the end. Go early to avoid the crowds since this trail is very popular.

4. Telluride Mountain Village Gondola

455 Mountain Village Blvd, Telluride, CO 81435-9459 +1 877-358-7122 [email protected] http://www.visittelluride.com/telluride-gondola
Excellent
91%
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5.0 based on 1,916 reviews

Telluride Mountain Village Gondola

One of the most unique forms of public transportation connects Mountain Village to Telluride offering stunning 360-degree views of the San Juan Mountains that extend as far away as Utah. The gondola, the first and only free public transportation of its kind in the United States opened in 1996 and was initially built to help improve air quality while expanding the ski area. It is entirely free to commuters and sightseers. Since then, it has become a popular attraction for residents and visitors alike, giving them a stunning ride that caps out at 10,540 feet above sea level. Approximately 3 million passenger rides annually – and safely – and more than 50 million passenger trips have been provided since opening day. The gondola operates roughly 287 days each year with routine maintenance scheduled during our shoulder season months. It takes about 12 minutes to get from the Town of Telluride to Mountain Village Village. It takes 3 minutes from Mountain Village Center to Market Plaza.

Reviewed By BestTravelsNow - Hereford, United States

Terrific way to get up and own the mountain for various activities. Whether going mid-mountain for coffee or all the way down for Telluride activities. Stayed at the top at Mountain Lodge and this was a terrific mode of transportation during our weeklong stay. Whether going out for drinks, food or hiking.

5. Ophir Pass Trail

Fr 630, Telluride, CO https://www.telluride.com/play/activities/ophir-pass/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 63 reviews

Ophir Pass Trail

Reviewed By AutumnLP - East Peoria, United States

It's not nothing. We drive this pass to earn our first jeep badge however we were not prepared for the terrain because people say how easy it is. It was exciting and terrifying for those afraid of heights.

6. San Miguel River

Telluride, CO
Excellent
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4.5 based on 64 reviews

San Miguel River

Located below the scenic Bridal Veil Falls.

7. Main Street

Main Street, Telluride, CO 81435 +1 970-728-6207 http://Planetbluegrass.com
Excellent
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4.5 based on 419 reviews

Main Street

Reviewed By Blueshacker - Palm City, United States

Many shops and eateries made this a great place to enjoy drinks, food and shopping for souveniers. People in the shops were very friendly.

8. Sheridan Bar

Main Street, Telluride, CO +1 970-728-4351 http://www.newsheridan.com/historic-bar
Excellent
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Good
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

Sheridan Bar

9. Jud Wiebe Trail

Telluride, CO
Excellent
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4.5 based on 114 reviews

Jud Wiebe Trail

Reviewed By CCOfenstein - Salida, United States

The perfect hike to start your day in Telluride. The incline is pretty challenging so if you're new to Colorado hikes, pace yourself. Beautiful views the whole way through aspen groves, open mountain vistas, and ending in thicker forest.

10. San Miguel County Courthouse

301 Colorado Avenue Between Fir and Aspen Streets, Telluride, CO
Excellent
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4.5 based on 17 reviews

San Miguel County Courthouse

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