Montrose, Colorado Micropolitan Area Local camping, hiking, backpacking, lakes, beaches, whitewater, skiing and snowboarding information. Hilkey Pond Nice Place from Utah... Telluride 35 miles away 4 PHOTOS ...arm and mountain spirit. The destination offers over 50 restaurants, bars and coffee shops. For aprŠs ski try Gorrono Ranch mid-mountain, Allred's or the turn-of-the-century Sheridan Bar on Main Street. The varied restaurants offer a cuisine culture to rival New York and/or Los Angeles. From romantic bistros and western steakhouses to pizza joints and sushi bars, a delicious option for every taste abounds. A ride to the top of the gondola for breathtaking views and fare at Allred's Restaurant promises an evening never to forget. Getting to Telluride is easy with nonstop flights from 9 U.S. cities on 6 commercial carriers to the Telluride/Montrose airports. Once you're here Telluride's free gondola is the main source of transportation - no traffic or long lines, and no driving once you've arrived! For accommodations, arrange your stay through the new Telluride Resort Lodging, offering a full range of properties including the luxury Platinum Properties. For information and Stay & Ski packages call 800.778.8581. With awe-inspiring views, fantastic terrain, the new Reve... Powderhorn 38 miles away 6 PHOTOS Powderhorn Resort has a fresh approach to a skiing or snowboarding adventure. Nestled on the edge of the Grand Mesa, 45 minutes from Grand Junction, Colorado, Powderhorn rises to nearly 9,900 feet. Everyone has their own secret trail or powder stash so come Stake Your Claim! Lodging, dining, shopping and a full service Ski & Snowboard School are available. And at the end of the day you can kick back on the large daylodge deck. Some Powderhorn distinctions include short lift lines, amazing views, hospitable service, informal atmosphere and a welcome feeling of being home. See you on the slopes!... Purgatory 49 miles away I was here last winter, the skiing was great.... Kendall Mountain 50 miles away Thank god for Kendall mountain, where else would you drop your kids when you go to Silverton.... Silverton 50 miles away 3 PHOTOS Unparalleled big-mountain powder and chairlift-served guided skiing with an emphasis on adventure - need we say more? Colorado's newest ski area is also its highest and most-expert, serving up exclusively non-groomed advanced/expert terrain to powderhounds of all ages. Unguided skier permitted early and late season. At Silverton Mountain, Colorado you will find amazing lines in every direction and one chairlift perfectly located to deliver you to the goods. Imagine a place where the average total snowfall of over 400'' exceeds the amount of daily visitors. Advanced and expert only riding, no groomers, no clearcut runs and a real mountain experience with plenty of adventure on tap. All thrills no frills. During certain times of the season you are required to ski with a guide. Reserve your day in advance at www.silvertonmountain.com... Hesperus Ski Center 59 miles away When I was a little kid we would come here sometimes if I remember correctly. It was a fun place.... Sunlight Mountain 84 miles away 3 PHOTOS Parker Hille 03-26-Powder... Chris Lyons 03-26-Powder... Danny Stewart 03-26-Powder... Irwin Lodge 92 miles away I haven't been to this place in many years but it's a great place to ski, not too crowded.... Crested Butte 93 miles away 3 PHOTOS ... sprout up around the resort for aprŠs ski cocktails or even adventure play areas for the kids. The solid snow structures will be at Camp CB and mid mountain outside the Ice Bar Restaurant. Additional Terrain On-mountain improvements will include expanded terrain off the Headwall Lift into the Teocalli Bowl area into what is known as Teo-2 and Teo-2.5 adding additional expert terrain to the mix. CBMR's commitment to providing world class terrain park and pipe facilities continues with the addition of new and expanded features in the DC Terrain Park and the addition of a completely new intermediate terrain park. Trail maintenance is also a top priority this summer with brush cutting and mowing work on the mountain's trails including the ''Extreme Limits'' taking place. The upgrades are all part of the Muellers' mission to continue to enhance CBMR as a family-friendly, guest oriented and aesthetically pleasing resort. ''We want to raise the bar again and continue to ensure that we deliver the best overall resort experience for our guests.'' said Tim Mueller. The Plan Conti... Campgrounds near Montrose, Colorado:    Antone Spring Campground, Montrose County, 5 miles away    Iron Spring Campground, Montrose County, 6 miles away    Smokehouse Campground, Montrose County, 13 miles away Trails near Montrose, Colorado:    Pool Creek Trail, Montrose County, 2 miles away    Pool Creek Trail, Montrose County, 2 miles away    Rouvideau Trail, Montrose County, 3 miles away    Roubideau Trail, Montrose County, 3 miles away    Coal Bank Trail, Montrose County, 4 miles away    Cottonwood Trail, Montrose County, 4 miles away    Transfer Trail, Montrose County, 5 miles away    Moore Mesa Trail, Montrose County, 5 miles away    Traver Trail, Montrose County, 7 miles away    Telephone Draw Trail, Montrose County, 8 miles away Paddling Rivers Near Montrose, Colorado:    San Miguel River, San Miguel/ MontroseCounty, 10 miles away        Class III - 16 miles long (Norwood Bridge to Green Truss Bridge)    San Miguel River, San Miguel/ MontroseCounty, 11 miles away        Class III - 5.2 miles long (BB 36 Road to Green Truss Bridge)    Escalante Creek, GunnisonCounty, 18 miles away        Class V - 6.5 miles long (Escalante Forks to Captain Smith's Cabin)    Uncompahgre River, OurayCounty, 25 miles away        Class V+ - 2.2 miles long (Ouray to KOA campground)    San Miguel River, San Miguel/ MontroseCounty, 29 miles away        Class III - 7.3 miles long (Silverpick Road to Fall Creek Road) Ski Areas Near Montrose, Colorado:    Telluride, Colorado, 36 miles away        3845 vertical feet 4 PHOTOS ...ral, wide-open bowl offers advanced and expert skiing in an unbelievably scenic ...    Powderhorn, Colorado, 39 miles away        1650 vertical feet 6 PHOTOS ...Nestled on the edge of the Grand Mesa, 45 minutes from Grand Junction, Colorado,...    Purgatory, Colorado, 50 miles away        2029 vertical feet I was here last winter, the skiing was great....    Kendall Mountain, Colorado, 50 miles away        400 vertical feet Thank god for Kendall mountain, where else would you drop your kids when you go ...    Silverton, Colorado, 51 miles away        1900 vertical feet 3 PHOTOS ...certain times of the season you are required to ski with a guide. Reserve your d...    Hesperus Ski Center, Colorado, 59 miles away        700 vertical feet When I was a little kid we would come here sometimes if I remember correctly. It...    Sunlight Mountain, Colorado, 84 miles away        2010 vertical feet 3 PHOTOS Parker Hille 03-26-Powder... Chris Lyons 03-26-Powder... Danny Stewart 03-26-Powder...    Irwin Lodge, Colorado, 93 miles away        2100 vertical feet I haven't been to this place in many years but it's a great place to ski, not to...    Crested Butte, Colorado, 93 miles away        2775 vertical feet 3 PHOTOS ...id's Park located off the Painter Boy lift this beginner park features smalle... Lakes Near Montrose, Colorado:    Darling Lake, Montrose CountyCounty, 2 miles away    Hilkey Pond, Montrose CountyCounty, 3 miles away        Nice Place from Utah... National Parks near Montrose, Colorado:    Colorado National Monument, Fruita - CO, 55 miles away    Mesa Verde National Park, Mesa Verde National Park - CO, 59 miles away    Yucca House National Monument, Mesa Verde National Park - CO, 59 miles away    Hovenweep National Monument, Cortez - CO, 65 miles away    Camping Gear Info Go to Colorado Index