Ranked #1 destination to go in this year BSC survey.

A charming former mining town, Telluride is a place of spectacular scenery and often daunting terrain. All this comes without lift lines, since Telluride's southwestern Colorado location places it far from any major city. As with several of the big western US resorts, this is a tale of two bases - the original historic town of Telluride and the modern, slopeside mountain village. The resort's network of a dozen lifts includes two high speed quads and one high-speed, three-stage gondola transportation system with two legs for mountain access. Free, guided mountain tours are available for intermediates and experts.
Off the slopes, Telluride boasts over 40 restaurants and bars, with everything from burger joints and Mexican food to top-of-the line bistros and classic American, Italian, and French cuisine.