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Hiking · Telluride, CO

Village 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 10,561 ft

Wind

0 mph

UV index

6.2 high

Sun window

6:21 am to 8:11 pm

Distance

3.6mi round trip

Elevation gain

1,773ft

High point

11,795ft

Season

Jan - Dec

About

The Village Trail is a 3.6-mile hiking and biking route in Telluride, Colorado, connecting the Mountain Village Base Area to the San Sophia Gondola Station. The trail features a net elevation gain of approximately 1,000 feet, rising to an elevation of 10,561 feet. Hikers typically complete the route in about two hours. The path winds through aspen and spruce-dominated drainages and meadows, offering views to the west. The terrain includes steep sections near bike berms and uneven ground. A final quarter-mile segment approaches the road with limited signage. Parking is available at the trailhead. The trail is accessible year-round, though winter conditions require additional gear. It is classified as difficult due to the steep inclines and high altitude.

Trail profile

Gain

1,773 ft

Avg grade

9%

Steepest

28%

High point

11,795 ft

Good to know

Parking at the trailhead

Waypoints

1Trailhead10,692 ft
2Trail Marker10,022 ft
3Trail Marker11,795 ft
4Viewpoint10,022 ft

Latest trail reportgood

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

Reported Mar 2, 2025Verified

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