If you don’t want to venture out on your own, Boot Doctors in Telluride has graciously given our guests 20% off outdoor activities if you call and tell them you’re with the Wilson-Roper wedding. They offer Stand-Up paddle boarding on a high mountain lake, mountain bike tours, fat tire mountain biking, and brewery tours.

The first leg travels between Telluride and Mountain Village, beginning on Oak Street in the town of Telluride and ending at Gondola Plaza in the Mountain Village core. The mid-point of the first leg is called the San Sophia Station. You can exit here to head to the hiking trails or Allred’s Restaurant and spectacular views!

This 3.6 mile round trip hike is easy-moderate. Bridal Veil Falls are the tallest free falling falls in Colorado. At 365 feet in height, these falls entice visitors and adventurers from all over the world to hike, bike, four-wheel drive, and explore the surrounding wilderness. A privately owned, historic power plant sits atop the falls.

Go east through the town of Telluride along Colorado Avenue toward the east side of the box canyon. Continue past the Pandora Mill site on your left and follow the road marked County Road. You can either stop and park at the Valley View Area Parking and continue on foot or on a bike or continue up the dirt road, following the switchbacks, to the falls. High clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. No vehicles are permitted beyond the top of the falls, but you may park and continue on foot. The gate just before the power plant is the trailhead heading into the Bridal Veil Basin.

The hike to Blue Lake is a spectacular trip with wildflowers galore! The alpine lake is situated above treeline at 12,400 feet. Along the trail you will find abandoned mining cabins and equipment. This place is definitely #instagramworthy. (note: this is a moderate hike clocking in at 5.25 miles to 12,400 ft in altitude).

Begin by driving or hiking up to Bridal Veil Falls on the east end of the town of Telluride. High clearance, 4-wheel drive vehicles are recommended. Enter the gate at the top of the falls and continue on a narrow road behind the power plant alongside Bridal Veil Creek. You will arrive at a split in the trail about an hour into the hike; stay left, and continue up the switchbacks towards the basin until you reach Blue Lake.

"Where Heaven Meets Earth" -- Located on the back side of the Telluride Ski Resort and Palmyra Peak, Alta Lakes provides a magical alpine setting in summer. Enjoy fly fishing, hiking or taking an easy day-trip from Telluride to the beautiful lake.

Drive approximately 5 miles south on Highway 145. Turn east on Forest Road #623 (Alta Lakes Road) and continue about 3-3.5 miles to the first lake. The drive is well marked, high clearance is recommended and don't forget to stop in the Ghost Town of Alta and take photos before proceeding to the lake.