KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
General Info
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Telluride Town Park- 500 E. Colorado Avenue Telluride, CO 81435
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Camp Alderwild is located at the Telluride Town Park - a strikingly beautiful venue surrounded by towering San Juan mountains, with a pristine river flowing through the campgrounds. The venue is located in one of the last true remaining mountain towns in the United States. The venue itself is a large grass field with hard packed dirt and gravel pathways.
The venue can be accessed on foot, via the Gondola from Mountain Village, by bike, or by shuttle.
During the day, we strongly encourage everyone to explore the historic town and the surrounding nature, whether it’s visiting one of Telluride’s many art galleries, enjoying the diverse culinary offerings, or immersing yourself in the endless natural adventures. Please see our “Town of Telluride” highlight to discover more about this amazing town and surrounding areas.
Starting at 4pm, we invite everyone to join us for music on the event grounds.
All of the necessary facilities are available on the festival grounds, including food, craft vendors, water refill stations, medical services, and bathroom facilities.
Weather changes quickly and can be severe in Telluride. Expect highs above 80 and the potential for lows in the forties overnight. Pack warm clothes and rain gear.
There is limited ticketed capacity for the after parties, but the town’s local waterin’-holes come alive after the main event each night.
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Re-entry into the venue is allowed with your festival wristband.
Bags will be checked upon entry into the concert grounds.
Chairs and inflatable couches may only be used behind the sound booth.
No pets are allowed on the festival grounds or in the campgrounds. Service animals, of course, are an exception. Please review our accessibility policy below.
No moshing, crowd surfing, or stage diving.
No unauthorized solicitations, handbills, sampling, give-aways, etc.
No professional cameras with detachable lenses.
No outside alcohol or illegal substances.
No weapons of any kind including pocketknives, pepper spray, or any objects that could be used as a weapon.
No fireworks, sparklers, or smoke bombs.
No megaphones, air horns, musical instruments, or amplified sound equipment.
No glass of any kind.
No drones or remote-control planes/ cars.
No balloons, inflatables, or kites.
No balls, frisbees, or sports equipment.
No laser pointers.
No vending is allowed on the festival grounds, unless approved by the event.
Leave it better than you found it by ensuring you’re familiar with Leave No Trace Principles and Tips here.
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Allowed Items (Subject to search)
*rules are subject to change without notice
Outside food
Medication/NARCAN
Chairs, Seats, & Blankets
Flow toys
Sunscreen, sealed chapstick, & feminine products
Empty water bottles or factory sealed liquids description
Factory sealed containers up to one gallon are permitted for water.
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Sustainability is at the forefront of our mission with this gathering. We are lucky enough to experience this pristine mountain oasis together, and it’s important to treat it with respect. We hope this is the first of many electronic events in Telluride, and the impression we leave is the responsibility of all attendees, staff, and artists.
Single use plastics are not allowed at this event. We will provide reusable cups at the bars, and encourage everyone to bring reusable water bottles.
Using the correct trash, recycling, and compost bins remains imperative to keeping our footprint small. There will be at least one recycling and composting center in each campground. However, these efforts only work if you take the time to use them appropriately - please ensure you are disposing of your waste in the correct receptacles.
Please limit music on speakers, to respect both the wildlife and residents.
Do NOT feed wildlife at any point in time.
Bring as many reusable items as possible, like coffee mugs, utensils, and bags.
Carpool or use our shuttle services (see transportation information below).
Pack out all your waste - including cigarette butts, apple cores, and all of your camping gear.
Ensure you’re familiar with Leave No Trace Principles and Tips here. There are no excuses for leaving waste in Telluride.
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Camp Alderwild has always been about celebrating our connection to nature. This year, we're taking that commitment one step further.
We're proud to introduce the Alderwild Nature Fund, created in partnership with PLUS1.
Through the fund, $1 from every Camp Alderwild ticket will directly support organizations working to protect the places that inspire this community.
Our first initiative will benefit the Telluride Foundation's Ouray County Fire Fund, providing immediate relief and recovery support for wildfire response, first responders, local organizations, and families impacted by active fires in the Ridgway, Ouray region.
The landscapes that shape this experience deserve our care long after the music ends. -
Wheelchair Viewing Platform:
We reserve a raised viewing platform (with ramp access) for attendees in wheelchairs or with ambulatory challenges in front of our sound booth.
Chairs are not provided.
One (1) companion may accompany the eligible attendee on the viewing platform.
This area is most appropriate for anyone who is in a wheelchair since this area provides a better view of the stage.
A wheelchair accessible portable toilet is located close to this area.
ADA Parking:
A limited amount of designated accessible parking is available. A valid disability placard or license plate is required to park in an accessible parking space. The person with whom registration of the disability placard or license plate belongs to must be in the vehicle and identification will be required.
Please present your permit, placard, or plate to staff at the informational barricade when you enter the Town of Telluride. Proceed through town to the entrance of the Town Park campground where you will be required to show proof of your ADA parking permit and will be directed to park next to the Festival grounds.
All parking is first come, first serve, so guests are encouraged to arrive as early as possible to ensure availability.
Another option is to drop off the person needing assistance and our staff will help park your vehicle remotely.
Management reserves the right to take appropriate action regarding misrepresentation of parking privileges which may include ticketing and towing cars at owner’s expense, reporting of misuse of disability plate/tag to Colorado Motor Vehicle for possible revocation of parking privileges, and/or criminal charges.
Service Animals:
Service animals are permitted in the Concert grounds. Emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs are not service animals as defined by the 2010 ADA Guidelines. Each service animal must remain with its owner and be restrained. If a service animal interferes with other guests, corrective action may include re-arranging seating or removal of the service animal from the Concert grounds.
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While Telluride is no stranger to live music, we are lucky enough to be the first electronic music concert held at Town Park in almost a decade. While we’re here, let’s treat the town and the people who call it home with mindfulness and respect.
We encourage everyone to explore the town and surrounding mountains. You can find out more here.
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San Miguel is under Stage II Fire Restrictions:
Smoking is NOT ALLOWED in Town Park, Campground, River Trail, and Open Space properties with the exception of Paved or concrete hardscape portions or any of the crusher fine pathways located within Town Park.
Lawson Hill Campground is not located in the Town of Telluride and smoking is only allowed in vehicles or enclosed buildings. If there is an exception, an area will be designated with clear signage.
Outdoor cooking is allowed on propane stoves only.
Fireworks are prohibited.
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FOOD VENDORS:
Bloomberries: Hand dipped Corn Dogs /all beef, Impossible Corn Dog (vegan dog, batter has eggs), Waffle fries, Bavarian hot pretzels, Chicken nuggets, Veggie nuggets
Boba and Mi: Bahn Mi sandwiches, Vermicelli noodle bowls, Available with Chicken, Pork, or Avocado, Boba Tea in Strawberry, Mango, Thai, Milk, Taro, and Blueberry
Denver Pops: Serving a variety of homemade Fruit and Cream Popsicles
Stoker’s Sicilian Slices: Pizza By the Slice: Veggie (Vegetarian), Cheese (Vegetarian), Pepperoni, Rotating Speciality (Some Vegetarian), Giant Cookies (Vegetarian)
Tot Box: Homemade Tots served with choice of Chicken, Beef, Bacon Cheese, Spinach Saag, Mushroom Poutine, Aioli, or Avocado Sauce
Whitewater Wraps: Burritos, Tacos, Quesadillas, Nachos, Key lime pie, Options: grilled chicken, pork carnitas, sweet potato
Travel/Transportation
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Need help getting to camp? Check out our Getting to Camp Alderwild post below for travel tips, nearby airports, shuttle information, and more.
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Telluride is full of beautiful lodging options from hotels, to rental homes, to hostels. You can find available options on the “travel” page in the website menu.
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The venue can be accessed on foot from downtown Telluride, via the Gondola from Mountain Village, by bike, or by shuttle. Everything is fairly walkable once you are within the town of Telluride.
Gondola
The best way to travel to and from Mountain Village is by the Free Gondola! The extended hours for the event are from 7am - 2am.
#1 Oak Street to Mountain Village (12 min)
Station Telluride (Oak Street) – access in Telluride.
Station St. Sophia (mid-mountain stop) – access to trails and runs.
Station Mountain Village – access to Mountain Village
#2 Mountain Village to Station Village Parking (5 min)
A shorter gondola stretch connects to Station Village Parking, where the free parking garage, Town Hall and the Mountain Market are located.
Lawson Hill Shuttle
The Lawson Hill Shuttle will run every 15 minutes from Lawson Hill Campground to the Concert grounds from 10am - 3am.
Town Shuttle
You can hop on the Galloping Goose shuttle which loops around town every fifteen minutes, 7 days a week from 7am to 2am.
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The gondola connects the downtown of Telluride and the event grounds with the Mountain Village - where many hotels reside. The gondola is a free transportation option, taking approximately 13 minutes and showcases the beauty of the surrounding San Juan Mountains. The gondola runs until 2am on the weekends.
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Please note that parking in general in Telluride is very limited. Carpooling is highly encouraged (and more fun).
There will be an informational station set up on Colorado Ave, at the entrance to Town, to assist concert attendees with parking, camping, and ticket information:
Thursday, August 27th 9am – 8pm
Friday, August 28th 9am – 7pm
Saturday, August 29th 9am – 7pm
Parking (if you don’t have lodging or aren’t camping)
Follow the FESTIVAL PARKING AHEAD signs to Mountain Village to park. Once you park in Mountain Village, ride the free gondola (12-18 min) down into the Town of Telluride and walk to Town Park. We recommend leaving ample time to park, ride the gondola, and get into the venue ahead of the sets you want to see!MOUNTAIN VILLAGE PARKING
Parking Structure: 433 Mountain Village Blvd., behind Market Plaza and northwest of the gondola terminal station
Daytime - FREE
Overnight parking (2 a.m.-6:30 a.m.): Passenger Vehicles (Zone 3910): $30
Heritage Parking Garage is located under the Madeline Hotel and Residences, however the entrance is located across from the front door to the hotel (turn west off Mountain Village Boulevard to enter the garage).
$2 for the first 2 hours, then $2 per hour, up to $40 max per 24 hours
Hourly parking rates apply overnight. Max 14 days.
Parking meters remain in effect 7 days a week in Telluride & Mountain Village.
Car camping is not allowed in public parking lots, on streets or rights-of-ways in the Town of Telluride or in festival parking lots.
If you have lodging, parking instructions should have been provided to you. Please plan to walk/shuttle/gondola to the venue.
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Handicap parking is available at the Concert Venue with an authorized handicap sticker.
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Please contact: travel@superfan.live
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Travel Check-In Hours
Thursday, August 27th 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Friday, August 28th 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
The Peaks
Will Call Desk Location
Travel Package Will Call will be located inside of The Peaks lobby. When entering the hotel, look for signs directing you to Camp Alderwild Travel Package Will Call.
Mountain Lodge
Will Call Desk Location
Travel Package Will Call will be located inside of the Summit Board Room located on the second floor of the main lobby and restaurant building. Follow directional signs to take the stairs on the restaurant side of the first floor up to find the Summit Board Room.
Camping
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Proceed directly to your campground and staff will direct you from there. In-depth camping details will be sent out no later than August 24th on arrival information.
Please also plan to arrive at the same time as the crew you’d like to camp with.
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Telluride is one of the most breathtaking landscapes on the planet. To keep it that way, and to ensure we can continue gathering here, we ask that you please:
Be respectful of the land and trees.
Follow campground rules.
Stay informed about regulations.
Be patient and flexible during arrival and setup.
Clean up after yourself. Leave no trace.
Thank you for helping us protect this magical place!
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LAWSON HILL: Lawson Ballfields, Greenfields Lane, Telluride, CO 81435
Opens: Thursday, Aug 27 at 9am
Closes: Sunday, Aug 30 at Noon
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TOWN PARK CAMPGROUND: 500 E Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO
Town Park has a unique lottery load-in process due to limited space. Choose the option that works best for your group.
Option 1 - Arrive before 2pm on 8/27 and participate in the Town Park Lottery.
Park your car legally in Telluride (MAP) (don’t park inside Town Park)
Walk to Town Park with only a tarp to claim space
Join the line HERE between 1:30pm & 2:00pm
Show your Town park ticket confirmation to receive a lottery ticket
Staff will guide you through the randomization process
Claim your space with your tarp and request a temporary vehicle pass from the Camp Host to retrieve your car for unload.
Option 2 - Arrive after 4pm on 8/27 and drive straight to the campground for unload
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ZONE 1 CAMPGROUND: 500 E Colorado Ave, Telluride, CO
Zone 1 has a unique load-in process to avoid traffic jams. Choose the option that works best for your group:
Option 1 - Arrive before 9:30am on 8/27 and participate in the Zone 1 Lottery
Park your car legally in Town (MAP) (don’t park inside Town Park)
Walk to Town Park with only a tarp to claim space
Join the line HERE between 9:00am & 9:30am
Show your Zone 1 ticket confirmation to receive a lottery ticket
Staff will guide you through the randomization process
Claim your space with your tarp and request a temporary vehicle pass from the Camp Host to retrieve your car for unload.
Option 2 - Arrive after Noon on 8/27 and drive straight to the campground
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You may enter the campground and start setting up as long as you have your tent camping pass confirmation, but please bring your ticket confirmation to the Box Office ASAP to exchange for your 2-Day Event and camping wristbands.
The Box Office is located where E. Pacific Ave dead ends at Town Park, near the Post Office. Be sure to grab your wristbands Thursday (if possible) or early Friday to avoid long lines!
Box Office hours are:
Thursday 8/27: Noon - 8pm
Friday 8/28: 11am - 10pm
Saturday 8/29: 1pm - 10pm
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Everyone must have their own camping pass
No pets allowed
No open fires, including “smokeless” fire pits. Propane pits are OK but must have an on/off switch (subject to restrictions).
No drones or renegading
No tent stakes longer than 6” (protects irrigation)
Use metal pans under camp stoves (available from hosts)
Leave no trace – compost, recycle, and trash stations are on-site
No generators – use solar or battery packs
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Shuttles: Yellow School buses will run from Lawson Hill to the Event Grounds. They will pick up HERE and HERE every 30min in the morning and every 15min after 2pm. Their schedule is:
Thursday, Aug 27: 9am – 3am
Friday, Aug 28: 9am – 3am
Saturday, Aug 29: 9am – 3am
Sunday, Aug 30: 7am – 2pm
SMART Bus: A free public bus runs between Lawson Hill and Town Park that picks up HERE. Make sure you get on the right bus!
Walk or Bike:
The Bike Path (#4) – smooth and easy
The River Trail (#1) – scenic and rugged (bring water, snacks, and a helmet!)
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TOWN PARK:
https://www.campalderwild.com/town-park
ZONE 1:
https://www.campalderwild.com/zone-1
LAWSON HILL TENT:
https://www.campalderwild.com/lawson-hill-tent
LAWSON HILL VEHICLE:
Ticketing
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All tickets can be exchanged for wristbands at the Box Office, which is located where E. Pacific Ave dead-ends at Town Park, near the Post Office. Be sure to grab your wristbands Thursday (if possible) or early Friday to avoid long lines!
Box Office Hours:
Thursday 8/27: Noon - 8pm
Friday 8/28: 11am - Close
Saturday 8/29: 1pm - Close
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Email planet@bluegrass.com or call 303-823-0848.
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No, there are no age restrictions however please be thoughtful of the sensitive ears and eyes of little ones. Everyone, regardless of age, needs a ticket to enter.
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No, tickets are not refundable.
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