With some awesome day trip options in the surrounding area, having your own car makes sense. Without one, it’d be much harder to experience all that Silverton, 20 miles away, has to offer. Explore the area starting with Kendall Mountain Recreation Area, Silverton Powdercats and Ice Lakes. Don’t miss Telluride either! Just 30 miles away, Mountain Village Gondola, Sheridan Opera House and Coonskin Ski Lift are must-sees here.