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To get around a bit more quickly, rent a
mountain bike and hit the miles of biking
trails in and around Telluride.
Although Telluride has plenty of challenging
terrain for the experienced rider, there
are also easier trails that are perfect for
the beginner and intermediate enthusiasts.
Mountain bikes are available for rent or
enjoy a guided biking tour that includes
everything from "tough" hut-to-hut
tours between Telluride and Moab to downhill
bike tours that include yummy lunches, snacks,
bikes and helmets.
Don't forget, Bikes are welcome on the free
Gondola, allowing even the most fervent couch
potato access to stunning views and winding
trails.
Rent Bikes at these fine Telluride Businesses
Easy Rider Bike Shop - Rentals only. 970-728-4734 Further Adventures - 800-592-6883, 970-728-8954 Mountain Activities (Snow bikes) - 970-728-7538/7545 Paragon Ski & Sport - Rentals only.
970-728-4525 San Juan Hut Systems - Rentals and hut-to-hut
biking, 970-626-3033 Telluride Outside - 800-831-6230 or 970-728-3895 Telluride SlopeStyle - Rentals only. 970-728-9889 Telluride Sports - 970-728-7477 - Rocky Mountain Dirt Bike Adventures - 970-728-3333
Telluride Area Biking Trails
River Corridor Trail
HIKING - easy
BIKING - easy
Access the River Corridor Trail from Town
Park or side streets throughout town. The
trail is flat and follows the river through
town and continues to Boomerang Road just
west of town.
Ames Road Trail
HIKING - easy
BIKING - easy
Five miles down valley (west) of Telluride
turn left on Illium Road. Road begins as
pavement and turns to dirt after gravel plant.
Follow through scenic Illium Valley to the
town of Ames. Follow highway back to town
or return same way.
Bear Creek
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
At south end of Pine Street, cross river,
and begin first half mile of somewhat steep
climb into Bear Creek. This ride gradually
climbs for approximately four miles up to
waterfalls.
Bridal Veil Falls
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Two miles east of Telluride (box canyon),
just past the Idarado Mine, follow the jeeping
road up to the base of Bridal Veil Falls.
Another short climb up road will take you
to the refurbished hydroelectric plant on
top. This is private property - so please
do not trespass!
Fall Creek/Woods Lake Trail
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Ride or drive 12 miles west of Telluride
on Hwy. 145 to Fall Creek Road. Head up dirt
road approx. seven miles towards Woods Lake.
Just below Woods Lake on left is Wilson Mesa
Trail for some fun single track.
Illium Trail
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Trail begins three miles west of Telluride
at Conoco Station. Look for trailhead sign
on right after you turn into Society Business
Park. Follow railroad grade (single track)
down into Illium Valley. Return same way.
A locals favorite.
Local's Loop
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Ride three miles west of town on paved bike
trail. Take right up Airport road. At top
(when you see the runway on your left) take
right for good downhill into Deep Creek.
At bottom, cross bridge and take left; downhill
to highway. Turn left and follow hwy. to
Illium road and turn right. Follow Illium
past gravel plant and approx. 1/2 mile past
church camp (white houses). Look for single
track on left and follow railroad grade back
up to Hwy. 145. 16 mile loop from town.
Ophir Pass Trail
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Mining road with a moderate to steep climbs
to pass. Take Hwy. 145 south to Ophir turnoff,
exit left (approx. 9 miles from Telluride).
Follow dirt road into and through town of
Ophir. Road climbs to top of pass and continues
to the Million Dollar Highway and Silverton.
Sunshine Mesa
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Drive or ride down valley on hwy. approximately
nine miles to Silver Pick Road. Dirt road
climbs gradually for approximately four miles.
When road forks, stay left. Road meanders
across Sunshine Mesa. Please close all gates
behind you. On east end of mesa, take left
down switchbacks to return to highway. Left
on hwy. takes you back to Silver pick. Right
takes you back to Telluride.
East Wilson Mesa
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Begin nine miles down valley at Silver Pick
Road. Take second right up towards Silver
Pick basin (approx. four miles). Climb up
to Wilson Mesa trailhead and take left onto
single track. Trail follows base of Mt. Wilson
(east) and takes you to Bilk Creek. Wilson
Mesa Trail crosses creek and climbs up to
dirt road; take dirt road down into Illium
Valley. Take railroad grade trail back to
Telluride or go back to hwy. to return to
Silver Pick.
Last Dollar Road
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
A long ride. Take Airport Road to just before
airport and veer right onto dirt road. Follow
downhill into Deep Creek and cross bridge.
Continue straight for moderate and steep
climb up and over to Hastings Mesa. After
long downhill on the north side, you will
come to a intersection. Left will take you
seven miles to Sawpit (shorter loop). Right
will take you to Dallas Divide.
Tomboy Road
HIKING - moderate
BIKING - moderate
Start at the north end of Oak Street and
follow road to the ruins of Tomboy (approx.
five miles) - all uphill. Continue up to
Imogene Pass. Hardy riders may want to continue
for a fast downhill to the town of Ouray.
Ride offers some the best views of the valleys
and mountains surrounding Telluride.
To get around a bit more quickly, rent a
mountain bike and hit the miles of biking
trails in and around Telluride.
