Travel and accommodations
Travelling to telluride
If you are travelling from Denver or planning on flying into Denver International Airport there are 2 main ways to get to Telluride. You can either drive, which will give you the opportunity to see some fantastic views. However, it is approximately a 7 hour drive if you stop for lunch. So please be prepared to schedule a full day of travelling. Alternatively, you can fly directly from DIA to the Montrose Airport, which is approximately a 1 hour flight one way. United, Southwest, and American Airlines all have direct routes from Denver to Montrose and there are rental car options form there.
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We highly recommend that you plan on arriving in Telluride either on that Thursday or Friday to give yourselves enough time to rest and relax before the big weekend. You do not need 4 wheel drive to travel in the mountains, but higher clearance vehicles are recommended for the Ceremony Site at Alta Lakes.
Lodging near telluride
hotel and Airbnb options
If you want a hotel room, book early and explore all options. We do not have any blocked rooms set aside. Many of the hotels in the town of Telluride itself book up fast during the Jazz Festival weekend and they tend to be expensive. Here is a list of hotels where you could stay in town as recommended by the organizers of the Jazz Fest. You can also explore nearby towns with cheaper hotel options such as Montrose, Ouray, or Rico. We also suggest looking at Vrbo or Airbnb, especially if you are large family or group.
Camping options
Don't be afraid of the idea of camping. This is THE place to go camping if you are the outdoorsy and adventurous type. When Parker and I went to the Telluride Jazz Fest in 2023, we stayed at the Mary E campground just 10mins outside of town and it only cost us $20 in cash. There are TONS of affordable camping options near by. So grab your gear and embrace the fresh air! Here are a few options we recommend:
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Camping at the Jazz Festival! This option is for all you festival lovers out there. The Jazz Festival offers camping onsite for $50. You must plan on checking in on Thursday at 2pm and checking out on Monday by 12pm. You will need to provide proof of purchase to the festival, so please LET US KNOW if you are planning on this camping option so we can help coordinate.
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Alta Lakes Campground. Walking distance from the Ceremony site and where the bride and groom will be lodging. If you need anything, we are just a 10 min walk around the lake. It is FREE and is first come, first serve.
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Matterhorn Campgrounds. This one comes with flush toilets and a shower. $26 per night and reservations are required.
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Sunshine Campground. Halfway between the Ceremony site and the Town of Telluride. $28 per night and it is first come, first serve.
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Mary E Campground. Right near downtown Telluride and a lovely place to stay with a fire pit and picnic table. $20 per night and it is first come, first serve.
