Telluride
Telluride · Colorado · USA
1,260m
Vertical Drop
148
Runs
18
Lifts
810 ha
Skiable Area
838 cm
Avg Snowfall
Nov 2025 – Apr 2026
Season
Nearby town
Where workers live near Telluride
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About
Nestled in a box canyon in the San Juan Mountains, Telluride is a former mining town with dramatic scenery, a free gondola connecting town to Mountain Village, and some of Colorado's most challenging terrain.
Terrain & Mountain Profile
Run Breakdown
Summit
3,831m
Base
2,659m
Vertical Drop
1,260m
Lift Breakdown
2
Gondolas
14
Chairlifts
2
Surface Lifts
Employment & Recruitment
Estimated Seasonal Staff
1,500–2,500
Main Employers
- Telluride Ski & Golf Company (resort operations)
- The Madeline Hotel & Residences
- Hotel Telluride
- The Peaks Resort & Spa
- Telluride town restaurants & bars
- Telluride Ski & Snowboard School
Common Seasonal Jobs
Languages Required
- Visa Requirements
- International workers typically use J-1 Exchange Visitor Visa (seasonal work) or H-2B temporary worker visa. J-1 requires a sponsor agency. Telluride Ski & Golf participates in J-1 programs.
- Recruitment Timeline
- Hiring begins in September. Positions fill through October–November. Telluride's remote location means housing is critical — the town has a dedicated housing authority to assist workers.
Worker Amenities & Living
Staff Housing Available
- Cost of Living
- USD $350–$500 (housing, food, transport)
- Public Transport
- Free Galloping Goose transit throughout Telluride and Mountain Village. Free gondola connecting town to Mountain Village (13 min). Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) with limited flights. Montrose Airport 65 min.
Staff Perks
- Free or discounted season pass (Ikon Pass)
- Staff meal discounts
- Pro deals on gear
- Staff events & parties
- Free gondola between town and Mountain Village
- Access to festivals (Telluride Film Festival, Bluegrass Festival - summer)
Local Life & Community
- Après & Nightlife
- Intimate but lively après-ski. There Bar (base of Chair 4) is the classic ski-off spot. The New Sheridan Bar (historic hotel bar), Last Dollar Saloon, Smuggler Union, and Brown Dog Pizza. Mountain Village has Tracks Café and Black Iron Kitchen.
- Healthcare
- Telluride Medical Center with emergency and urgent care. Montrose Memorial Hospital (65 min) for major emergencies. Pharmacy in town (Telluride Pharmacy).
- Shops & Services
- Small but well-stocked town with grocery (Clark's Market, Village Market), banks, gear shops (Bootdoctors, Telluride Sports), liquor store, and boutique shopping on Main Street.
- International Community
- Small to moderate — tight-knit international community. Some J-1 workers from South America and Europe. Town has a strong local culture and welcomes seasonal staff.
Outdoor Activities (Non-Ski)
Nearby Towns
Telluride
0 km awayA box canyon town surrounded by 4,000m peaks. Telluride is stunningly beautiful, culturally rich, and remote. A free gondola connects the historic town to Mountain Village.
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Nov 2025 – Apr 2026
Climate & Snow
- Winter Temps
- -17°C to -3°C
- Snow Reliability
- high
- Snowmaking
- 12% of runs
- Avg Snowfall
- 838 cm/yr
Location
37.9375°N, -107.8123°W
Nearest town: Telluride