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Hiking · Telluride, CO

See Forever Trail

difficultTrail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.
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Before you go

Live · nearest station Telluride, 1 mi
Good to go

Good window today. Daylight to 8:11 pm.

78°

Smoky

Feels like 78°

Trailhead temp

72° est. at 10,568 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6.2 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

2.5mi round trip

Elevation gain

1,022ft

High point

11,579ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The See Forever Trail is a 2.5-mile hiking route in Telluride, Colorado, starting near the summit of the San Sophia Gondola. It is classified as difficult and reaches an elevation of 10,568 feet. The primary feature is panoramic views of surrounding mountain ranges and peaks. Access requires parking in town or at the Mountain Village garage, followed by riding the free gondola to the trailhead. The trail is accessible year-round. Hikers often combine it with the Wasatch Connection to descend into Bear Creek and the town center, forming a longer loop. Parking is available at the trailhead area associated with the gondola station.

Trail profile

Gain

1,022 ft

Avg grade

8%

Steepest

15%

High point

11,579 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead10,557 ft
2Trail Marker11,579 ft
3Viewpoint11,579 ft

Latest trail reportgood

Trail is in good condition. No significant obstacles or hazards reported.

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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