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Intimate, Unspoiled Grandeur Breathtaking, majestic, awe-inspiring - these are a few of the descriptors that few destinations can claim, but Telluride can. Unlike any other ski destination in the American West, Telluride embodies Intimate, Unspoiled Grandeur. Dressed in pure white snow, the San Juan Mountains' jagged 14,000 foot peaks jut powerfully into a crisp, clear, serene turquoise sky, setting the finest stage for skiing in North America. At the foot of the mountain is a jewel-box town, virtually unchanged since its 19th century mining days. Nestled in a pristine box canyon, Telluride is surrounded by towering peaks on all sides. The best thing about all of this breathtaking natural grandeur is that it's yours to experience first hand. The box canyon setting and proximity of town and mountain - and the magical gondola that connects them - allow you to commune with nature in a personal way, genuinely and intimately experiencing its majestic power and intimate beauty rather than simply observing it at a distance. Rugged, Refined, and Real While other ski resorts represent flashy haute couture affluence, Telluride is Rugged, Refined, and Real. The community's most distinctive quality is its total lack of pretension. Telluride isn't a see a be seen place, instead, it embodies comfortable, casual understated affluence. While Mountain Village is more refined and the authentic 19th century mining town is a bit more rugged, both sides of Telluride are united by an authentic local feel, unspoiled by generic commercialization. Warm and Welcoming Haven Thanks to its engaging local character and status of a community unspoiled by the stresses of modern life, Telluride is a uniquely Warm and Welcoming Haven. Visitors are encouraged to make themselves at home and feel like a local. The laid-back lifestyle, friendly, open-hearted locals and genuine community spirit of Telluride shape a sense of inclusiveness and belonging that everyone can tap into and enjoy. We welcome you to relax, get cozy and make yourself at home. To learn more about the Telluride Ski Resort, visit our website at |
