With a 63-foot base, a foot of snowfall in the past 72 hours, and another half-foot on the way, Telluride is having an epic season. If you’re planning a trip to Telluride in the next few days or weeks, the odds are good that you’ll have at least one powder day.
While you can’t really go wrong skiing Telluride, there are certain tips that will help you to maximize your Telluride powder day.
If you’re lucky enough to ride Telluride with fresh new snow, keep these tips in mind.
1. Take Lift 4 To Lift 5
Ideally, you’ll get an early start to beat the powder day rush. Start your powder day by taking Lift 4 over to Lift 5. Once you’re at Lift 5, you’ll already have a world of powder to explore. If you take Silver Tip or Alta, you can cut through some nice trees that have amazing powder stashes.
Although these runs tend to be shorter than other Telluride slopes, they’re a great way to warm up on your powder day.
2. Ski Lift 12
The Prospect Lift also serves a powder playground, and it’s easy enough to get to. Take any of Lift 12’s open runs to pick your powder adventure. Prospect Woods is always a favorite, and it’s mellow enough to be a great option for intermediate skiers.
3. Venture To Lifts 8 And 9
If you consider yourself an advanced skier, you could start your day on Lift 8 or Lift 9 and skip out on Lift 4 and 5. For a powder-day groomer, choose Bushwacker or take the Plunge. For steeper terrain, opt for Mammoth or Kan’t Mak’ M.
Lift 9, unlike Lift 12, offers some really long runs. So, if you want to spend as much time riding as possible, keep lapping this area for at least a few runs.
