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Telluride and Mountain Village
 At the heart of San Miguel County lie the communities of Telluride and Mountain Village. These two unique towns are known internationally for its world-class alpine skiing and summer cultural events.
The tiny Victorian enclave of Telluride is tucked in a box canyon surrounded by 13,000 ft peaks. The town proper itself is only twelve blocks long and eight blocks wide. In 1964, due to its importance in American history, the core area of Telluride was designated as a National Historic Landmark District. Being listed as such is the highest level of historical status that can be bestowed by the United States Secretary of the Interior. The result is that the town is a well preserved jewel box of Victorian architecture with colorful Victorian homes, clapboard storefronts, brick buildings, tin covered sheds, and other historical buildings. You can explore the many galleries, restaurants, shops, and more that inhabit this tiny town.
The younger Mountain Village sits above the valley floor at 9,500 feet, and resides as the base of the Telluride Ski Resort. The town was founded in 1987 and includes nearly 2,100 acres of aspen and spruce covered mountainside. The European-style village exudes a certain elegance that entices guests with the best of everything in the region. The town prides itself on green practices and sustainable growth in its everyday operations.
Telluride and Mountain Village are connected by a unique, free, and scenic gondola. It remains the only public transportation of it’s kind in North America. The 13-minute ride serves a many residents' "commute". Getting around and exploring these two towns is easy with the convenience of the gondola.
For more information about Telluride and Mountain Village, please see Telluride.net
Lodging
We will soon have sponsors for the festival's lodging with lodging packages.
Travel By Air
Flights are available directly into nearby Montrose, Durango, Cortez, and Grand Junction. If you are having trouble booking flights, try routing through Houston on Continental or through Phoenix on America West. International airports in Denver, Salt Lake City, and Albuquerque are a scenic six to seven-hour drive away.
Telluride Regional Airport sits atop Deep Creek Mesa and is North America's highest commercial airport. At 9,070 feet above sea level, the airport offers picturesque views of the San Juan mountains. And now - getting to Telluride has never been easier. Direct and connecting air service is provided by Great Lakes Airlines and U.S. Airways Express through Denver and Phoenix.
Telluride Regional Airport has year round service, and if visibility falls below instrument approach minimums, your flight may be diverted to Montrose Regional Airport or Cortez Airport. Ground transportation is available from both airports. If you are not sure about the status of your flight, please contact the airline at least 3 hours prior.
For private pilots, Telluride Regional Airport is fixed base operator that can provide fuel and maintenance.
Driving
Telluride is centrally located in southwestern Colorado, along the scenic San Juan Skyway. A perfect base camp for adventures, Telluride is easily accessible from a variety of locations.
Albuquerque, NM - 320 miles
Cortez, CO - 75 miles
Denver, CO - 330 miles
Durango, CO - 125 miles
Grand Junction, CO - 127 miles
Gunnison, CO - 125 miles
Las Vegas, NV - 585 miles
Moab, UT - 130 miles
Montrose, CO - 67 miles
Phoenix, AZ - 475 miles
Salt Lake City, UT - 366 miles
Santa Fe, NM - 280 miles
For current road conditions, call 877.315.7623 or go to www.cotrip.org.
Everything in Telluride is within walking distance, so there is no need for a car. Telluride and Mountain Village both offer ground transportation, as well as a free gondola system to move between the two communities. |
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