4 X 4 Jeep Excursions

Telluride's colorful mining history left behind more than five hundred miles of the most spectacular four-wheel roads in America. Knowledgeable and skilled driver-guides take passengers high into the mountains, up narrow canyons, across boulder fields and past beautiful rivers and waterfalls. Long-abandoned mining camps remain just as they were left at the turn of last century, and the occasional reclusive animals round out one of our most popular activities.

4 X 4 Tour with Mountainside Lunch

The frontier town of Alta was the site of the world's first alternating-current power plant, and today provides the backdrop for the Alta Lakes Observatory. This elegant and remote lodge was painstakingly hand-crafted from native logs and stone, and sits adjacent to one of the area's most stunning alpine lakes. Featured on catalog covers and photographed year-round, the Observatory is the perfect setting for a unique lunch stop—from white glove plated to burgers and brats.

Whitewater Rafting

The San Miguel River offers nearly a hundred miles of beautiful scenery before it reaches its confluence with the Dolores. The most exciting rapids are rated Class 3 (of 5), and are an ideal introduction to the sport of river rafting. This adventure through red rock canyons is available through late July, depending upon water levels. A catered lunch at the take-out can be arranged.

Overnight Whitewater Raft Trips

Two full days of rafting and gourmet cuisine around a roaring campfire, all in the shadow of 14,000 foot peaks and more stars than you ever imagined: that's what this overnight trip entails. The excitement of churning rapids and the tranquility of sleeping under the stars have made this a popular addition to many programs.