This is Telluride the way it was meant to be experienced — on foot, in the high country, with nowhere to be but here.
This stunning 8.4-mile loop climbs from town through the Bear Creek valley — past cascading streams, wildflowers, and mining ruins — ascending dramatic canyon walls before winding up switchbacks with ever-expanding views of the ski area and the San Juans."
And just when the trail delivers you to the high alpine expanse of the Wasatch Connector, we stop — at a great rock perched high above Bear Creek Falls — for fondue, wine, and the kind of conversation that only happens at altitude with people who earned the view.
This is not a casual stroll. It's a near full-day commitment to the kind of beauty that resets something deep inside you — and you will feel it in the best possible way.
Space is intentionally limited to just 10 people. This one will go fast.Route: Loop
Difficulty: Strenuous
Distance: 8.4 miles
Elevation Gain: 1,540-ft gain, 3,280-ft loss
Time: Approx. 7 hours
What to Bring: Layers, sunscreen, good hiking shoes, water, snacks, and hiking poles - we highly recommend hiking poles.
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Heads up: Hiking at 9,000 feet requires a base level of cardiovascular fitness. Hydrate well before and during, and choose what's right for your body. Your safety and enjoyment are the priority.
Please purchase a $175 Thursday High Alpine Hike here to add this offering to your schedule.
