The ultimate packing list

[dnewgent]

Thanks for the great tips Hot Sugar! Yeah I thought about buying chairs and a cooler on my way in. We fly into ABQ. That was the most direct and reasonable from Birmingham.

DC, We always come through ABQ from Oklahoma and from there take Hwy 550 to Durango. Very nice drive, coming in from the west following the Dolores River. If you like Mexican food, there is a great place in Cuba, NM called Bruno's. We make the stop every year! You will have no problem finding what you need from the airport.

Good Luck and Bueno Festival!!!!

Newg

[dcsharpe]

How long is the drive from ABQ? I was hoping 5 hrs.

[dnewgent]

How long is the drive from ABQ? I was hoping 5 hrs.

5 hours is pushing it! Closer to to 6.

[AnythingAtAll]

My hubby and I have been attending concerts and festivals since the 70's but this will be my first time at Telluride. We are so excited!!  We will get in Sunday night to Town Park, do you think we will be able to find a good campsite then?

I have also searched all the posts and can't find a minimalist's packing list! We are flying in and I own everything under the sun for camping but I do not want to bring it all, nor can I on the flight. I also recently had an unplanned hysterectomy (2 weeks ago) and carrying too much will be an issue.  I was not sure if there are golf carts to help if you are not physically capable? I understand what I need to bring for basic camping (I have camped many times out west), but what would be helpful to have specifically for this festival? I also saw the walkie talkies on the Ultimate list is that because the cell traffic is so heavy?

Also I was really planning on buying food vs packing it in. Are there healthy options with the festival fare? i.e. Paleo and gluten free?

Hi,

You should be able to get a very nice spot Sunday evening.

I'd take Hippie's list and decide what is minimal for you with some things to keep in mind: altitude, Telluride is 8700'; weather- everything from bright, sunny hot days to wet snow.  We have Verizon and cell coverage is great (the list was probably made before widespread cell phone use); cash, Telluride is pricey, but not in the extreme.  Make time to visit the Farmer's Market on Friday in town too. Oh, and quarters for the showers- 5 minutes of hot water for $3 in quarters, cold water is free, it exacts its toll in different ways...

Albuquerque has lots of places depending on preferences and memberships- REI, Costco and Sam's are all located at approx. I-25 and Montgomery/Montano, which is on your way thru town well to the north of the airport.  Search "Albuquerque sporting goods" for other options.

If you are the social types, you might want to set up near some folks that seem to know what they're doing and make friends.  Supplies and knowledge are usually freely shared.

[colokathy]

FYI

Red Mountain Pass has closures.
Check with CDOT

http://www.cotrip.org/roadWork.htm

US 550 is closed over Red Mountain Pass daily, Monday-Saturday 8:30AM-12:30PM & 1:30PM - 6:30PM during rockfall mitigation work likely through June 13th.
Alternate route: From Ridgeway, Hwy 62 to Hwy 145, then to US 160 (reversed coming from Durango). Alternate route is approximately 88 miles
All other times traffic will be in a single-lane alternating traffic operation controlled by a traffic signal.
Road Closure began May 11th, 2014 at 10:42am.

Safe travels,

Kathy

[rcm11]

I created "Ultimate Festival GuideThe Ultimate Festival Guide" on my blog after 2 years at telluride bluegrass! Hope yall like it!

http://www.bluemountainbelle.com/the-ultimate-festival-guide/

[dnewgent]

FYI

Red Mountain Pass has closures.
Check with CDOT

http://www.cotrip.org/roadWork.htm

US 550 is closed over Red Mountain Pass daily, Monday-Saturday 8:30AM-12:30PM & 1:30PM - 6:30PM during rockfall mitigation work likely through June 13th.
Alternate route: From Ridgeway, Hwy 62 to Hwy 145, then to US 160 (reversed coming from Durango). Alternate route is approximately 88 miles
All other times traffic will be in a single-lane alternating traffic operation controlled by a traffic signal.
Road Closure began May 11th, 2014 at 10:42am.

Safe travels,

Kathy

Yes, that way will be trouble. I think, if you take Hwy 160 from Durango to Hwy 184 at Mancos, then Hwy 145 thru Dolores, You will have better luck!
Good Luck and Bueno Festival!

[dcsharpe]

Thanks for the info about road closures.  Very helpful! I have another question, are there any size limits on tents? I have a back-packing tent and a larger one with a vestibule which will allow me to store my luggage. I would not think going back and forth to my car in remote parking would be very feasible or a good use of my time.


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[AlohaGirl]

From what I understand...there is no size limit on tents. Bring the one with the vestibule. Of course...depending on what day you get there...you may have to squeeze in somewhere.

[Hot Sugar]

From what I understand...there is no size limit on tents. Bring the one with the vestibule. Of course...depending on what day you get there...you may have to squeeze in somewhere.

This is correct.

[Hooch]

I created "Ultimate Festival GuideThe Ultimate Festival Guide" on my blog after 2 years at telluride bluegrass! Hope yall like it!

http://www.bluemountainbelle.com/the-ultimate-festival-guide/

Holy sh*t!!  Two whole years?!?  Amazing!!  Also, how come your "ultimate list" links to a bunch of online stores? 

[AlohaGirl]

Okay people...I need a serious pep talk. I feel like I have way overpacked for Town Park. My SUV is loaded for just ONE person. How hard is the unload and reload out of your vehicle on Saturday land rush??? I may have to rethink this.

[Hooch]

Just add a few more items and your over-pack will be complete.

[completejohn]

Thanks for the great tips Hot Sugar! Yeah I thought about buying chairs and a cooler on my way in. We fly into ABQ. That was the most direct and reasonable from Birmingham.

DC, We always come through ABQ from Oklahoma and from there take Hwy 550 to Durango. Very nice drive, coming in from the west following the Dolores River. If you like Mexican food, there is a great place in Cuba, NM called Bruno's. We make the stop every year! You will have no problem finding what you need from the airport.

Good Luck and Bueno Festival!!!!

Newg

If you're in a hurry and don't want to sit down for a meal in cuba, I hgihly recommend the Chacoan Grill in a gas station across from Brunos.  It's a real dive, but the burritos are outstanding!

[Hot Sugar]

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