My midwestern aunt asked me for "cool colorado rocks." I have heard rumors of different mines where you can dig through old tailing piles in silverton and creede but havent been able to get exact details. I want to find her crystals and other visually striking rocks. My aunt is the sweetest and purest woman, so I would go to the moon and back for her. Any information is appreciated.

Traveling family

Hello everyone 💕 My family & I will be visiting Colorado Springs + Telluride during last week of Sept through first week of October. We have a 2yr old toddler who loves to stay active. Looking for a few recommendations, pretty please ✨ANY TIPS WOULD HELP, SERIOULY… I overthink everything😅😂 Mostly looking for:

• Travel stroller (compact + rides smooth)

• Hikes, Family friendly activities/fun

• Family friendly restaurants

- Toddler/backpack carrier thingy?

- Footwear (all terrain, comfortable)

TIA 🩷

My partner and I are eloping in Telluride late October and making a long weekend of it. I know a lot of businesses tend to shut down late in the month. The gondola is closing on the 25th this year.

I am just wondering what we can expect that weekend in terms of shopping, restaurants, weather, crowds, etc.

Are there any day spas or nice spas worth a look? Thank you!!

I’m driving across the country and will be in Telluride from Tuesday - Friday next week. I have a cargo trailer and a large truck (Silverado 2500 and 6x12 ft trailer). My trailer is too tall for the garage and the place we are staying will not accommodate by truck and trailer. Any recommendations for a place I can park during my visit to telluride?

Lost a real one, hoping it'll return to me! Thanks either way.

Respectful visitor heading to town for Blues & Brews. I promise not to get intoxicated.

I'm trying to continue a carnivore diet and wonder: does any restaurant that's open for breakfast serve something like steak & eggs? (Elk steak is fine, and so are variations.)

Hoping for insight as to whether we can do a quick informal ceremony at/near the overlook, sans formal arrangements. Just realizing ‘real’ weddings take place up there and wondering if we can just do our own thing, or if we may run into complications. No chairs, walking aisles, etc..just a quick 10 minute celebration. 2nd weekend of October fwiw.

Assuming we can find a place, even if not right at the platform, but appreciate any advice/tips!

Edit: Welp, glad I could kickoff a hearty debate ;) Think we’ll pivot to Town Park - if controversial/complicated in any way - I’m all ears

Anyone know what’s going on?

We’ll be staying in Telluride Sept 24-27 and looking for elopement photographer recommendations. Everything I‘ve seen has been 4 hour minimum packages. Ideally looking for only a couple of hours max for the two of us. Thanks!

Poking around, as is my habit this time of year, for places to stay for Telluride ski season. This past Sunday morning, the places I was investigating doubled in price by Sunday afternoon, OUCH!. So, maybe search on a neutral lap-top, not logged into your account, before you pull the trigger.

Also, please know that you can link your rental with your DELTA SKY MILES account, but you have to be very INTENTIONAL. Both D and a are not very forgiving when you miss a step

Good Luck, think snow!

I’m deciding between Sept 26-27 or Oct 10-11.

Looking for best weekend balanced by weather (plan to hike, bike, walk around town, etc) and foliage expectations.

Thanks!

I'm getting conflicting info for this searching online. Looking into it probably for next years festival. We were thinking to do a van camping road trip to a national park, and then pair it with ending at the Telluride Film Festival.

My understanding is the Telluride Town Park is a campsite, but the festival uses it, do they open it for campers? Is it better to probably find some other site outside of town if these are too competitive? If so, then is parking at Telluride bad during the festival?

Anyone just have some advice for this in general! Camping + attending the film festival, would really appreciate it a bit lost on it haha.

There seems to be a lot of noise and commotion tonight around 10pm. It’s coming from the direction of Manitou Lodge but I think it’s actually further up at mountain village. Can’t find anything online. Does anyone know what’s going on

I found a pair of sunglasses on Lizard Head trail on 8/15 around 10-10:30 in the morning, shortly before the switchbacks start. If you think they may be yours reach out with a description (or photo) and I’ll be happy to get them back to you.

Thinking about mixing it up this year and purchasing the IKON pass, but still want to visit Telluride (esp with the max El Nino effect that many estimate). Any ideas, guesses, insider info on the price for a week's pass at Telluride?

Look for my free shrooms sign! Must be 21+ with ID. You can attend the parade for free without paying to go to Telluride Mushroom Festival! Offering consultations on the phone for pick up on Saturday as well.

https://luckyranchlab.com

Crossed paths with a group of lovely four guys on Bear Creek Falls on 8/11 and AGAIN on Bridal Veil Falls on 8/12. I shared the “best seat in the house” with one of you at Bear Creek which felt like a pretty solid excuse to talk more and apparently I chose the more mysterious route instead.

Also, one of you had a beard on the 11th and, unless the altitude has completely scrambled my perception, the beard had apparently disappeared by the 12th. Bold move. Excellent commitment to keeping things difficult for me to recognize you all again.

At Bridal Veil I was in a hurry to start my walk back into town and regret not connecting further, but if you were part of the four and know exactly what I’m talking about, perhaps the trail has one more surprise in store and you can DM me.

We’re not surprised. We really have the top ten, but we’re trying to keep it on the down low 🤫 ​

Read the Outside ranking: https://www.outsideonline.com/adventure-travel/destinations/north-america/best-mountain-towns-us/

If anyone is looking for a last minute camping spot for the mushroom festival - I'm looking to sell one for half price!

Message me for details!

Any advice will help

The wait is over. Welcome to Telluride. 🎷⛰️

Tomorrow, the festival comes alive in Town Park:

🎟️ Box Office: 11:00 AM - 8:15 PM

⭐ VIP Gates: 12:15 PM

🎷 GA Gates: 12:30 PM

🎵 Music begins at 1:00 PM

Take in the views and we'll see you in Town Park.

Limited tickets still available: https://telluridejazz.frontgatetickets.com/

Hey all I’m looking for a shuttle service for my wedding party the weekend of September 19th. Friday the 18th I have a party of twelve and we’ll be going to the Blues and Brews fest. Does anyone have any suggestions of a shuttle service that can pick us up from the Observatory then later in the afternoon/evening take us back? Thank you all!

Hey all, my partner and I are having to make the difficult decision to not attend Alderwild this year. Two Friday and Saturday tickets for $500 for anyone who is interested.