Ophir Pass & Alta Lakes
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Alta Ghost Town Jeep Tour in Telluride
Our gentlest ride, into the Alta Lakes basin and the old mining town, with no shelf roads.
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Ages
- All ages
- Group
- Up to 30 guests
- High point
- 10,500 ft
- Trail rating
- 2 of 5
- Pickup
- Your door in Telluride
About this tour
Alta Ghost Town is the gentlest Jeep tour we run. There are no shelf roads and no rough climbs, just a steady ride into the Alta Lakes basin to walk the remains of a mining town that once had a mill, a tram and a thousand residents.
It is a good choice for grandparents, very young children, or anyone who wants the high country without the exposure of Imogene or Black Bear. The basin sits at about 10,500 feet, surrounded by the peaks that made this part of Colorado famous.
The route
Stops may shift with weather, road conditions and what your guide sees that day.
- Pickup in TellurideFront-door pickup in town.
- Alta Lakes roadA steady climb into the basin, with no shelf roads.
- Alta ghost townWalk the stone foundations and the old tram tower.
- Alta LakesA look at the turquoise lakes before the ride back.
What's included
- Local guide and driver
- Open-air Jeep Gladiator with safari top and blankets
- Complimentary front-door pickup and drop-off in Telluride
- Photo stops at the ruins and lakes
- First-aid and emergency kit in every vehicle
What to bring
- Layers and closed-toe shoes
- Water and snacks
- A camera
Who it's for
- Grandparents and guests who want the gentlest ride
- Families with toddlers
- Guests who are nervous about heights
- Anyone who wants a short, easy tour with real history
Guest reviews
What guests say about riding with us
Highly recommend!
“Absolutely fantastic experience! Our guide, Pace, did an excellent job providing facts about the area and local history. Highly recommend!!”
Great Time!
“We had a great time on the jeep tour, Pace our driver did a great job of driving (felt very safe on the small roads looking over the cliffs), he was very informative about the area, the history of Telluride, also the old mining towns. We will be doing it again when we go back to Telluride”
Perfect!
“The trip was perfect. Steve our guide was very accommodating to our group with young kids. Views were amazing. We will definitely be back for another trip.”
Good to know
Alta Ghost Town questions
Yes. Alta Ghost Town is our most gentle Jeep tour, with no shelf roads and no rough terrain. It is the route we suggest for guests who are nervous about heights or who want the shortest, easiest ride.
The Alta Lakes basin sits around 10,500 feet. Dress in layers; it is noticeably cooler than Telluride even on a summer afternoon.
There are no facilities at the ghost town site. Plan ahead before pickup in Telluride.
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