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Skiing in Telluride!
Telluride is one of the best ski resorts in Colorado for a couple of reasons. First, it is located in a remote area so
there are never any lift lines and the variety of terrain is exceptional. In fact, in December, 2001, Telluride opened an
entire new area called Prospect Bowl which almost doubled the size of the mountain. It has some great glade and bowl skiing
that can't be missed. And, for those of you that ski the front range resorts in Colorado -- there are never any lift lines
at Telluride!
Telluride is also great because of the amenities that it offers. It has 3 gondolas (one of which is
completely dedicated to taking you from your car in the free parking lot directly to the base for instant access and no walking).
It also has some great restaurants on the mountain that have character and great food.
Getting to Telluride from Ouray is a simple and scenic 40 minute drive. For specific directions, click on the Driving
Directions page.
Also, don't forget to ask about the discounted lift tickets when staying at our townhome in Ouray.
Skiing at Silverton Mountain
Silverton Mountain is a new expert and advanced only ski/snowboard facility. One double chairlift accesses the steepest,
most powder filled skiing this side of Valdez, Alaska. Silverton Mountain located in Silverton, Colorado opened for business
on January 19th 2002. They are a guided only operation with a maximum of 20 people a day. Visit http://www.silvertonmountain.com for more details.
Ice Climbing
 Located in the Uncompahgre Gorge, the Ouray Ice Park was opened in 1995 as the world's first
park devoted exclusively to the sport of ice climbing. Climbing is free. And, you can sign up for ice climbing lessons through
San Juan Mountain Guides. They have all the equipment you need. Visit their site at http://www.ourayclimbing.com/.
Ouray Hot Springs Pool
Soak, swim & relax in the 1 million gallon natural hot mineral springs
pool. Work out at the fully equipped fitness center. Just a two blocks from the townhouse. Summer Hrs.10-10. Fall , Winter
& Spring Hrs. 12-9.
Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing and Cross-Country Skiing
Ouray and the surrounding mountains has miles and miles of trails available for all outdoor activities. You can
rent equipment at the Ouray Mountain Sports store on Main Street or bring your own. Snowmobiling tours are available
outside Telluride and just south of Ouray.
Pamper Yourself with a Spa Treatment
Enjoy a massage and spa treatment at the Chipeta Spa in Ridgway -- just 10 minutes north of Ouray. Multiple options
and packages are available. Contact them at 800-633-5868.
The Durango Silverton Narrow Guage Railroad
Relive history with the sights and sounds of yesteryear for a truly spectacular journey on board the Durango & Silverton
Narrow Gauge Railroad.
Experience the adventure of traveling by a coal-fired, steam-powered locomotive on the same tracks miners, cowboys and settlers
of the old west took over a century ago.
The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad winds through spectacular
& breathtaking canyons in the remote wilderness of the two-million acre San Juan National Forest for an unforgettable
year round adventure.
For more information on the Durango Silverton Train, click here.
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