Biking
Coming into its own as a world-class mountain biking destination, dozens of trails for all ability levels are maintained in the greater Telluride region. The free scenic gondola cabins are outfitted with bike racks in the summer. From San Sophia Station, access bike trails for both Telluride and Mountain Village.
The San Juan Mountains provide a variety of terrain perfect for riding. From the town of Telluride, find challenging trails that explore old mining roads and basins high above the box canyon. For longer, moderate trails, mountain bikers can link several former railroad tracks throughout the valley and to the west. When the snow melts, the Telluride Ski Resort transforms into a biking playground with plenty of trails that meander through aspen groves and lush meadows.
Road riding is also popular along the scenic San Juan Skyway. The region offers technical and challenging routes for skilled road riders featuring many mountain passes and substantial elevation gains.
Trails:
For full Biking trail listings, check out our Trails page. Alternatively click on the trail title below for specific trail details.
| Trail | Distance |
|---|---|
| Bear Creek Trail | 2.5 miles one way to falls |
| Deep Creek | 6.5 miles round trip |
| Bridal Veil Falls | 4 miles one-way to top of falls |
| Basin Trail | |
| Bike Path | 3 miles one way |
| Black Bear Pass | 3.6 miles one way from Red Mountain Pass to Bridal Veil intersection |
| Coonskin Loop Trail | 1.3 mile |
| Galloping Goose Trail | 6.7 miles one way to Illium Road |
| Idarado Legacy Trail | 1.75 miles one way to mill |
| Illium Road/Ames | 6 miles one way |
| Jud Wiebe Trail & Cornet Falls | 3 mile loop |
| Last Dollar Pass Loop | 39 mile loop |
| Meadows Area Trails | Up to one mile |
| Mill Creek/Waterline Trail | 2 miles one way |
| Mountain Village Trail | 2.5 miles, partially paved |
| Ophir Pass | 6 miles one-way from Hwy 145 to top of pass |
| Prospect Trail | 10 miles |
| San Miguel River Trail | 4.25 miles one way |
| See Forever Trail | 0.25 mile |
| Sheridan Trail | 1.5 miles |
| Telluride Valley Floor | 20K of trails |
| Tomboy Road, Town of Tomboy & Imogene Pass | 5 miles to ghost town of Tomboy |
| Village Trail | 3 miles |
| Wilson Mesa Trail | 13 miles one way from Woods Lake to Sunshine Mesa |
| Alta Lakes | 5 miles one way |
Outfitters:
| Outfitter | Location | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Telluride Sports | Telluride | 970.728.4477 |
| San Juan Huts | Telluride | 970.626.3033 |
| Paragon Ski & Sport | Telluride | 970.728.4525 |
| Boot Doctors/ Further Adventures | Mountain Village | 970.728.8954 |
| Telluride Outside/Telluride Angler | Telluride | 800.831.6230 |
Local's Tip
The San Juan Mountains provide a variety of terrain perfect for riding. From the town of Telluride, find challenging trails that explore old mining roads and basins high above the box canyon. For longer, moderate trails, mountain bikers can link several former railroad tracks throughout the valley and to the west. When the snow melts, the Telluride Ski Resort transforms into a biking playground with plenty of trails that meander through aspen groves and lush meadows.
Special Offers
Road riding is also popular along the scenic San Juan Skyway. The region offers technical and challenging routes for skilled road riders featuring many mountain passes and substantial elevation gains.
Comments
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I'm a big fan of Mountain...
I'm a big fan of Mountain Biking, and the terrain in and around Telluride is, to put it lightly, epic. The town of Telluride makes a perfect base for the Mountain Biking holiday of a lifetime, with so many trails and terrain in close proximity. For Mountain Bikers of all abilities, I can highly recommend the biking in Telluride.
How about some cycling...
How about some cycling information for us roadies?
Hi, Tim. Thanks for the...
Hi, Tim. Thanks for the feedback! We will look in to adding this content to the site.