2024年11月22日 · The towns of Telluride and Mountain Village are linked by a spectacular, 12-minute ride on a free gondola—the first and only free public transportation system of its kind in the United States. This popular scenic attraction provides access to hiking and biking trails in the summer and the ski slopes in the winter.

Originally built to improve air quality in the region by keeping cars off the road, the Gondola has been annually shuttling approximately 2.8 million skiers, snowboarders, mountain bikers, hikers, festival-goers and commuters up and over 10,500-foot Coonskin Ridge since December 1996.

One of the most unique forms of public transportation connects Mountain Village to Telluride offering stunning 360-degree views of the San Juan Mountains that extend as far away as Utah.

Discover everything you need to know about the Telluride Gondola – the only free public transportation of its kind in the U.S. Get ride times, stops, hiking trail info, and insider tips for an unforgettable journey with stunning San Juan Mountain views while you visit Telluride, Colorado.

The gondola consists of 2 parts and 4 stations. The first leg travels between Telluride and Mountain Village, beginning on Oak Street in the Town of Telluride and ending at Gondola Plaza in the Mountain Village core. The mid-point of the first leg is called the San Sophia Station.

One of the most unique forms of public transportation connects Mountain Village to Telluride offering stunning 360-degree views of the San Juan Mountains that extend as far away as Utah.

2023年9月28日 · If you’re visiting Telluride, Colorado, you have to see the incredible views from The Gondola. But if you’re not familiar with how it works, it can be confusing to know what’s allowed and how to use it.

The towns of Telluride and Mountain Village are linked by a spectacular, 12-minute ride on a free gondola—the first and only free public transportation system. This popular scenic attraction provides access to hiking and biking trails in the summer and the ski slopes in the winter.

2021年10月17日 · Telluride’s Free Gondola Carrying over 2.8 million snow-bunnies up to the slopes each year since 1996, you will soar 10,500 feet over the Coonskin Ridge on your ride. From this comfortable carriage, you can take in sweeping views of the San Juan Mountains as you make your way to the top.

This gondola brings passengers from the town of Telluride, over Coonskin Ridge and into Mountain Village. The ride takes approximately 13 minutes and covers approximately 1,790′ of vertical rise. Station Telluride - bottom of the gondola in downtown Telluride