While You’re Here | The Wedding of Karlina & Kyle

Telluride & Mountain Village

Located in southwestern Colorado, Telluride and Mountain Village sit high in the San Juan Mountains, surrounded by some of the most incredible scenery in the state.

Telluride is a historic mountain town tucked into a box canyon, with a walkable downtown full of restaurants, shops, and historic buildings. Mountain Village sits higher up the mountain and is home to the ski resort, additional restaurants, lodging, and outdoor activities.

The two towns are connected by the free gondola, a scenic 12-minute ride with a stop at San Sophia Station along the way. Whether you’re staying in Telluride or Mountain Village, it’s easy to explore both without needing a car.

Historic red brick buildings and the San Miguel County Courthouse on a downtown Telluride street, with snow-capped peaks beyond

Aerial view of the town of Telluride in its box canyon valley, surrounded by mountains

A gondola cabin above the town of Telluride with snow-capped peaks beyond

Mountain Village plaza with terra-cotta-roofed hotel buildings and aspens under a pink evening sky

Downtown Telluride Map Mountain Village Map

Eat & Drink

Allred’s

Fine dining at the gondola’s San Sophia stop, with floor-to-ceiling views over the valley. Reservations recommended.

Kazahana

Japanese restaurant on Colorado Avenue: sushi, sashimi and a 10-seat omakase bar.

Rustico Ristorante

Italian on Colorado Avenue: pizza, pasta and an all-Italian wine list, with a deck on the street.

Wood Ear

Asian-Texan fusion on Colorado Avenue, with ramen and rice bowls.

The Grand

New American restaurant on Colorado Avenue with a cocktail bar.

Cornerhouse Grille

Casual local spot in a bright blue Victorian on North Fir Street, with burgers, sandwiches and tater tots.

The National

Chef-driven contemporary restaurant on Colorado Avenue with a seasonal menu.

New Tunnel Supper Club

Speakeasy-style supper club behind Clark’s Market, with one seating a night and a menu that changes every few weeks.

New Sheridan Historic Bar

The 1895 saloon inside the New Sheridan Hotel, with its original mahogany bar and tin ceiling.

Brown Dog Pizza

Pizza on Colorado Avenue, with Detroit-style and Chicago deep-dish pies.

Van Atta Cocktail Bar

Cocktail bar and restaurant in Telluride.

Things to Do

Golf

Telluride Golf Club in Mountain Village: 18 holes, par 71, at about 9,500 feet.

Jeep Tours

Guided 4x4 tours leave from town and climb old mining roads to high mountain passes, with no hiking required.

Horseback Riding

Guided trail rides in the mountains around Telluride, June through September, from short rides to full days.

Paddleboarding & Kayaking

Calm water on Trout Lake, about 15 miles from town, with rentals and guided half-day tours.

Rafting

Guided whitewater trips on the San Miguel River. Early summer usually brings the best water.

Mountain Biking

The ski resort’s bike park in Mountain Village, with rentals at the base, or an easy ride on the river trail through town.

Zipline

The ski resort’s zipline and canopy course, finishing with a rappel.

Via Ferrata

A cliffside route on fixed cables and steel rungs at the east end of the valley. Best with a guide.

Fly Fishing

Guided trips on the San Miguel River and nearby alpine lakes.

Hot Springs

Ouray’s hot springs pool is about an hour and 15 minutes away by car, an easy rest-day trip.

Hiking

Bear Creek Falls

4.7 miles out and back on a steady climb to a waterfall. Starts at the end of South Pine Street.

View on AllTrails

Jud Wiebe

A 3.2-mile loop above town with about 1,150 feet of climbing and views over the valley. Steep in places.

View on AllTrails

A waterfall framed by golden aspens near Telluride

Bridal Veil Falls

Colorado’s tallest free-falling waterfall, at the east end of the valley past the Pandora Mill.

View on AllTrails

Blue Lake

A strenuous climb above Bridal Veil Falls to an alpine lake at about 12,000 feet: roughly 5 miles round trip with 2,500 feet of climbing.

View on AllTrails

Altitude & Weather

Telluride is high in the mountains. Even if you feel fine, the altitude can tire you out and dehydrate you faster than usual.

Drink more water than usual, and go easy on alcohol for the first day or two.
Take it easy on your first day.
If you have heart, lung or other health concerns, talk to your doctor before you travel.

June days are usually warm and sunny with cool evenings, but mountain weather changes quickly. Bring a layer.

Elevations

Telluride: 8,750 ft
Mountain Village: 9,545 ft
San Sophia (ceremony): 10,540 ft

Telluride Bluegrass Festival

The 54th Telluride Bluegrass Festival runs June 17–20, 2027, in Town Park, the weekend before our wedding. If you’re arriving early, it’s one of Telluride’s biggest events of the year.

Festival Information

A rainbow and storm light over the San Juan Mountains with blue lupine in the foreground

Questions?

If there’s anything we haven’t answered, please check out the FAQ page or reach out to either of us directly. We’re happy to help however we can!