At the epicenter of San Miguel County are the communities of Telluride and Mountain Village. These two unique towns have put the southwest corner of Colorado on the map. Known for world-class alpine skiing and cultural events, Telluride and Mountain Village offer visitors the best of both worlds.

Telluride, Colorado

Telluride is tucked into a box canyon, surrounded on all three sides by 14,000-foot peaks. The Town of Telluride is just eight blocks wide and twelve blocks long. Due to its significant role in the history of the American West, the core area of Telluride was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1964. This listing is the highest level of historic status available to sites designated by the United States Secretary of the Interior. These sites are so special that, in theory, they are eligible for consideration as national parks. With its colorful Victorian-era homes, clapboard storefronts, boutiques, art galleries, gourmet restaurants, historic buildings and much more, Telluride is a delight to explore. Our citizens are committed to preserving Telluride's historically significant architecture, open space, traditional design elements, and, most of all, Telluride’s small town mountain lifestyle.
 

Mountain Village, Colorado

Mountain Village is perched above the valley floor at 9,500 feet, providing access to the Telluride Ski Resort and Uncompahgre National Forest. The Town of Mountain Village was founded in 1987 and includes approximately 2,100 acres of rolling aspen and spruce covered mountainside. A vision of alpine elegance, this European-style village tempts guests with the best of everything in the Telluride region. Coming into its own as a leading community, Mountain Village embraces green practices and sustainable growth in its everyday operations.
 

The two towns are connected by a free, scenic gondola, North America’s only transportation system of its kind. This 13-minute ride is used daily by residents and visitors alike. Exploring both Telluride and Mountain Village is easy with the convenience of the gondola.