Want to get a more intimate experience in the mountains? Try backpacking! You can experience the wildflowers, lakes and beauty surrounding Telluride and most times, you'll have the wilderness all to yourself. 

Please remember these simple rules when backpacking:

• Camp at least 200 feet away from water sources.
• Carry water for cleaning at least 200 feet away from water sources.
• Pack it in and pack it out. Everything that comes in should come out with you.