Telluride, C.O. in the Summer- Captured in Pictures

June 24, 2022 theplannedwanderer

You may be curious if visiting Telluride in the summer is worth it. After all, it is a renounced ski destination for travelers worldwide in the winter. However, the snowy mountains transform into a vibrant, green forest filled with mountain bikers, hikers, and climbers in the summer. The 360- mountain view from downtown and impressive waterfall hikes offer a delightful sense of escape and exclusion from the rest of the world. In addition, lodging is slightly more affordable than in the winter months and the snow has usually melted off the roads, making it a lovely summer destination. So, if you have a chance to visit Telluride in the summer, Do It!

Telluride’s Location:

First, Telluride is very remote and located in the southwest part of Colorado. It is a 6-hour and 15-minute drive or just over an hour flight from Denver, C.O. (Googlemaps, 2022). Telluride Regional Airport is a one-runway airport located near downtown that offers charter services, as well as, commercial flights.

Telluride is just over 8,700 feet high, so if you are visiting from sea level, it’s not a bad idea to fly into Denver and stay a night before driving to Telluride to help adjust to the altitude. Whether you are driving the scenic highway or landing on the one-runway airport in Telluride, this is a trip to put on your summer schedule!

Exploring Telluride

For this post, I thought the best way to describe the mountain views, energy, and the town of Telluride would be through 10 pictures! So, with that said, grab a cup of coffee and start strolling to enjoy one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to in June!

Be sure to scroll to the bottom to check out the Telluride Travel Itinerary!

Elk grazing in a field near the entrance of Telluride.

One of the best waterfall hikes in Telluride, The Bear Creek Trail (5.1 miles)

Field and forest views from The Bear Creek Trail in Telluride

Scenic outlook on The Bridal Vail Falls Trail

The strenuous but beautiful Bridal Veil Falls Trail in Telluride

Dinner with a view at The Wok of Joy restaurant in downtown Telluride

The adorable, well-known cat that lives downtown near the Baked in Telluride bakery

The fun and short Cornet Creek Falls Hike in Telluride (0.6 miles)

A beer on the rooftop of the ol’ western Last Dollar Saloon in Telluride

A 2-Day Sample Travel Itinerary For Telluride, C.O.

Day 1
7:00 AM – 11:30 AM	Hike The Bear Creek Trail in Telluride (5.1 miles)
12:30 PM- 1:30 PM	Have lunch at Baked in Telluride
5:00 PM – 6:30 PM	Hike the short Cornet Creek Falls Trail (0.6 miles)
6:30 PM- 7:30 PM	Grab at drink on the rooftop in downtown at The Last Dollar Salon
7:30 PM	Have some noodles for dinner at Wood Ear in downtown Telluride

Please always check trail-specific information and use your best judgment regarding all trail warnings, closures, weather, and road closures/conditions before heading out for a hike.

Day 2:
7:00 AM – 11:30 AM	Hike the Bridal Veil Falls Trail and take the OHV road back to Telluride for the best hiking/waterfall views (approximately 3.6 miles)
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM	Have lunch and shop downtown Telluride
4:00 PM- 5:30 PM	Take the free gondola at Telluride Station to the mountain village for scenic views of the city
6:30 PM	Enjoy dinner at The Wok of Joy restaurant in downtown Telluride

Always check other sources for restaurants’ hours, availability, closures, and contact information before making plans.

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None of my recommendations of things to do in Telluride, C.O. were sponsored or discounted and, as always, reflect my honest opinion.