Telluride Local History

In 1875, the prospector John Fallon registered the Sheridan Mine just north of present day Telluride. Soon a town sprung up as prospectors flooded in. In the 1890s the railway arrived and the town entered its boom phase. It was here that the famous 'Butch Cassidy' started his notorious career as a bank robber.

With the decline of mining, the town turned to 'white gold' and enhanced its attraction as a ski resort town.

Telluride Attractions

Telluride Activities

Thrill Hill - People of all ages will love this place with tubing, snow skating and ski-biking from 2.30pm to 8pm Wednesday to Saturday.

Telluride Parks & Gardens

Telluride Town Park - Located near the center of town this park also has a skateboard park.

Telluride Restaurants and Bars

Telluride Restaurants

9545 Restaurant & Bar - Located in the heart of the town's mountain village, the exact altitude of the restaurant is its name. You will find this place just 100 yards from the gondola station.

Harmon's Depot - This place has food with flair, a good wine list and excellent service and atmosphere.

Baked in Telluride - 127 S. Fir St. A great place for cheap food including coffee, pizza, pastries, sandwiches and bagels.

Telluride Bars & Clubs

The House - 131 N. Fir Street. Host to college students and ski bums alike this is a good place to meet people if you are new in town.

Floradora - 103 W. Colorado Ave. You can get some locally brewed beer here.

Fly Me to the Moon - 132 E. Colorado Ave. Not only a pub, you can listen to some of the areas finest musical talent here.