Telluride Mountain Resort

Telluride mountain resorts offered by Tripbeat are known mainly for offering the very best in skiing, but make no mistake: These are no one-trick ponies. A wealth of other activities is available for those staying at these exclusive mountain resorts. One of the most popular diversions offered is fishing.

In Telluride, you'll find several rivers that offer you the chance to enjoy spectacular high-alpine fishing. One of the most appealing options is Cimarron River. You can get to all three different forks of the Cimarron River via a dirt road near Ridgway. Located deep in the heart of the Uncompahgre Wilderness, this river comes highly recommended by Fishing Outfitters.

• Located within easy access of many Telluride mountain resorts, Cimarron River offers abundant rainbow trout.
• Ample cutthroat trout are also in evidence here.
• Anglers will also find that the river is teeming with brook trout.

A Telluride Mountain Resort is an Angler's Paradise

Another river that is popular with those staying at Telluride mountain resorts is the Gunnison River. It's been hailed as one of the most appealing fly-fishing destinations in the American West, and is known far and wide for its population of huge rainbow and brown trout, found in a deep canyon. Another option is the San Miguel River, which runs directly through the town of Telluride. You can choose to travel a little further down toward Placerville, to savor more fishing on the same river.

At Tripbeat, you'll find that each resort listing is accompanied by guest reviews and color photographs. Each also bears a complete breakdown of available amenities. Select the best mountain resorts for your Telluride fishing vacation by taking advantage of the features offered on our site.