Telluride Blues and Brews

For RV vehicles, you will likely want to look for the Telluride Town Park Campground; however, bear in mind there is a designated area for RV camping and separate areas for walk-in or tent camping. You can enjoy a wide array of different activities like hiking, playing tennis or volleyball, swimming in the pool, etc. Wood fires are forbidden, but you can use charcoal or propane if you wish to prepare food in most of the campground areas. It is important to note that this is a bear country, so do not leave your food out in the open, as it can attract animals. A small number of food lockers offer a place to keep food when needed.

Nearby campgrounds can be found within twenty to sixty minutes of Telluride in several directions. Camping is big in Colorado, especially at this time of year, and some areas are more labeled than others, so be sure to note if the size of your rig will be allowed in the area you would like to camp. RV accessibility may depend on the size of your rig in camping areas that are less established and likely do not have any services; be prepared to dry camp.

While most of the camping options near Telluride are only first-come, first-serve, a few may be reserved in advance. Even if your camping area does state bear safety regulations, it is wise to store food and scented items in a hard-sided, locking storage manner. Ridgway State Park and dozens of national forest lands encompass Telluride and its surrounding mountains.

Campgrounds, showers, and festival areas are ADA-accessible. The best way to enjoy your surroundings is to move on foot. There are different Camping Sessions that you can participate in during the day. You will need to follow the schedule if you wish to know where you need to be for specific performance. Visitors are allowed to bring a bicycle, but in the past, there has not been a designated area to lock it, so be prepared to keep it in your vehicle or otherwise locked. Bikes may not be ridden within festival grounds.

Colorado mornings and evenings can be chilly, but the afternoons are usually pretty warm in September, so pack items for layering as the temperatures change. If you plan to run, hike, or play sports, remember to bring your favorite comfortable footwear, shorts, and a few T-shirts. Don’t forget your shades and sunscreen. As always check the weather forecast the week of your trip and pack accordingly.

You can bring a tent, sleeping bags, blankets, bike, strollers, plastic water bottles, rain gear, warm clothes, coolers, and lawn chairs. Guests are not allowed to bring glass, drugs, alcohol, pets, weapons, shelled nuts, and professional photography equipment. While most vendors and community locations accept cards, having some cash on hand is also a good idea due to the remote nature of the Telluride and Mountain Village areas.

Stay active, get a lot of fresh air, and remain hydrated during the festival. Be responsible if you decide to consume alcohol, and respect the rules of the camp. Do not leave your food in the open, as it can attract bears. Remember to apply sunscreen even if it is a cloudy day; the sun can be intense if you are not accustomed to it at 8750 feet.

Cooking is allowed in the campgrounds on site. You may also use a generator or a metal grill, but open-flamed fires are not allowed. Telluride does have a small local grocery store, but options may be limited during the festival due to the crowds. It may be preferable to purchase food in Montrose, Cortez, or Durango and bring it in your RV rental if possible. Storing your food in a hard-sided bear-proof locker or properly in an RV kitchen is necessary for the safety of the bears and your meal supply.

Guests will have the option to attend a fundraiser dinner, where they will have an exclusive overview of the entire recording process. Telluride also boasts a variety of different cuisine restaurants so you will have a chance to eat Italian, French, Modern American, Mexican, and Thai food, depending on where you opt to eat out while in the area.

Food vendors at the festival will serve all sorts of yummy delights, which include vegetarian and gluten-free food options. Since this is also a brew fest, guests can try specialties from different brewery houses. Telluride Blues and Brews Festival will usually post brewery names on their website as the event nears each year.