Guided Backcountry Ski Touring In Telluride

Offering backcountry ski excursions deep into the San Juan Wilderness or directly off of Telluride's ski area boundaries. Our world-class certified ski guides will help you find quality ski lines, making your trip to Telluride an unforgettable experience.

Envision yourself forging a path through uncharted terrain, descending pristine, snow-clad slopes untouched by others. Revel in the solitude of vast alpine meadows and untamed landscapes that stretch to the horizon. Experience the exhilaration of reaching the summit, transitioning seamlessly from ascent to descent, and savor the profound sense of accomplishment and unity with nature. 

Rest assured, our Telluride Mountain Guides will be with you every step of the way to ensure your safety and positive experience. These local guides know these mountains well and have spent much time in the field making daily observations to find the best possible terrain choices. They will navigate you safely through the San Juan snowpack, teaching you avalanche safety protocols and proper backcountry ski etiquette.

Backcountry Ski Zones Near Telluride

• Lizard Head Pass—Situated at an elevation of 10,246 ft, this easily accessible vast wilderness area offers a mix of open slopes and sheltered glades. It is great for honing your ski touring skills while taking in the grandeur vistas of the San Juan Mountains.
• Ophir Pass - The mecca for backcountry ski touring, the diverse terrain around the town of Ophir beckons adventurers making it an ideal spot for experienced backcountry travelers. Not for the faint of heart, the skin tracks are steep, with multiple switchbacks requiring some previous skinning experience.
• Side-country of Telluride Ski Resort—Purchase a lift ticket and get more elevation with less work. Leave the ski area boundaries and enter uncontrolled avalanche terrain directly from Telluride Ski Resort.
• Bear Creek - Higher consequence avalanche terrain with bigger lines for the adventurous and more experienced backcountry skier.
• Multi-Day—We offer multi-day backcountry trips, avalanche safety courses, and snowmobile-assisted access to remote parts of the Lizard Head Wilderness.

Whether you're an experienced skier or new to backcountry skiing, we've got you covered. Join us for a fantastic adventure in the San Juan Mountains, where you'll experience the joy of backcountry skiing in the great outdoors.

Upon confirming your reservation, we will inquire further to ascertain your abilities and interests, ensuring a rewarding backcountry skiing experience in Telluride. Need a ski touring set-up? We have rental packages available including boots, skis, splitboards, skins, and float packs.