Telluride Golf Course

Venue Overview

Telluride Golf Club, set in Mountain Village above Telluride, Colorado, is one of the highest-elevation golf courses in the world, perched around 9,500 feet atop Turkey Creek Mesa and ringed by the highest concentration of 13,000 and 14,000-foot peaks in the country. This 18-hole, par-70 mountain course opened in 1992 and trades difficulty for sheer spectacle: wide fairways, thin air that sends drives 15 to 25 percent farther, and jaw-dropping views with famed Wilson Peak dominating the backdrop. Access is reserved for members, their guests, and guests of the Peaks Resort & Spa, making it an unforgettable, exclusive setting for a high-country tournament, group golf trip, or resort event.

About the Course

Telluride Golf Club plays as an 18-hole, par-70 mountain course of roughly 6,550 yards, built atop Turkey Creek Mesa in 1992 and refined over the years by architects Todd Schoeder and Ken Kavanaugh. As a semi-private resort club, play is limited to members, their guests, and guests of the Peaks Resort & Spa and Mountain Village lodging. Course features: 18-hole, par-70 high-elevation mountain course Roughly 6,550 yards, with multiple tee options Sits around 9,500 feet, among the highest courses in the world Opened in 1992; refined by architects Todd Schoeder and Ken Kavanaugh Surrounded by the highest concentration of 13,000 and 14,000-foot peaks in the US Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary, certified in 2004 GPS-equipped golf carts and electronic tournament scoring Full-service pro shop and a halfway house grill Open seasonally, roughly May through mid-October

The Setting

The setting is the whole story at Telluride. From its mesa-top perch, the course delivers a constant parade of San Juan Mountain views, with Wilson Peak anchoring the front nine and wildflowers coloring the edges all summer. The thin mountain air is the real magic: the ball flies an estimated 15 to 25 percent farther, turning ordinary swings into the longest drives of your life. The course itself is generous and fun rather than punishing, with wide fairways, few hazards, and elevation change as its main defense, so rounds stay enjoyable and move at a relaxed resort pace. The signature 17th, a short par-3 reached by climbing a set of steep steps to an elevated tee, rewards a little shortness of breath with one of the best views in golf. It all adds up to a round that golfers remember long after they leave the mountain.

Practice Facilities & Amenities

Telluride backs up its scenery with a standout practice and hospitality setup: Expansive practice facility with a 350-yard hitting area and three 100-yard-wide tee boxes 7,900-square-foot chipping area and putting green Full-service pro shop Halfway house grill and on-course beverage and snack service GPS-equipped golf carts Electronic tournament scoring

Golf Lessons & Instruction

Instruction at Telluride is led by Dale Abraham, PGA, Director of Golf and Instruction (as of 2025), who was named the 2013 Southwest Section PGA Teacher of the Year. Abraham oversees the club's private lessons, clinics, junior programs, and golf fitness offerings for players of all ages and abilities. Contact the pro shop to arrange a lesson or program.

Tournaments & Events

With electronic tournament scoring, a full practice facility, and an unforgettable mountain backdrop, Telluride Golf Club is a memorable host for tournaments and group golf. Its exclusivity and scenery make it especially well suited to corporate retreats, member events, and destination golf gatherings. Event types hosted: Member and invitational tournaments Corporate and group outings Destination golf trips Charity and fundraising events Because access runs through the club and resort, events are arranged directly with the Telluride Golf Club and Peaks Resort teams.

Weddings & Private Events

The mountain setting that makes Telluride special on the course also makes it a spectacular backdrop for weddings and private events, hosted through The Peaks Resort & Spa and Telluride Ski & Golf. From ceremonies framed by 14,000-foot peaks to receptions with resort dining from venues like Allred's, the resort handles celebrations of all sizes. Contact the resort for available dates and event details.

Membership

Membership in the Telluride Ski & Golf Club unlocks full access to the golf course along with the broader ski and resort lifestyle of Mountain Village. Membership structure and benefits are available directly from the club; contact for current options.

Planning Your Event Here

Telluride Golf Club is a fit for organizers seeking an exclusive, high-altitude mountain experience with views that genuinely set it apart. Keep in mind the course is seasonal, roughly May through mid-October, and access runs through membership or stays at the Peaks Resort & Spa and Mountain Village lodging. Event availability and formats are coordinated directly with the club and resort and are subject to season and conditions.

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