Purgatory Resort

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Durango, CO 81301

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The base area - Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort

Taking the Stand Up Paddleboard out on Twilight lake, one of the activities included in the Total Adventure Ticket.

Tree skiing on a powder day

Skiing one of the many groomers at Purgatory.

Take a day out in the backcountry with Purgatory Snowcat Adventures! Call (970) 385-2115 for information on Snowcat skiing in the San Juans.

Hitting the Mountain Bike trails at Purgatory!

Family powder day on the mountian!

Sending it off of some powder stashes on the backside of Purgatory.

Family hikes through the wildflowers.

The Inferno Mountain Coaster is open year round

New Year's Eve at Purgatory!

Take one of our guided AlpenGlow Snowshoe tours, available all winter long.

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Overview

Find out why Condé Nast named Purgatory Resort #10 on their list for "Best Ski Resort in the U.S. and Canada: Readers' Choice Awards!" Located in the rugged San Juan Mountains in southwest Colorado, Purgatory Resort is only 25 miles north of historic downtown Durango. Carved by glaciers thousands of years ago, Purgatory offers a unique blend of steep tree skiing trails and wide-open cruisers with stunning views. Averaging 260 inches of snow annually, Purgatory is known for consistent, dry powder from frequent storms which are followed by sunny, bluebird days - creating perfect conditions for pure alpine nirvana. Purgatory features over 1,600 acres of skiable terrain, 105 trails, 11 lifts, multiple terrain parks and a vertical drop of 2,029 feet. Renowned as a family-friendly resort, there are many ways to enjoy the incredible winter wonderland at Purgatory.

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Amenities

Discounts:

Military, Other: FREE Season Pass For Kids 10 & Younger, Senior Citizen

Facility Amenities:

ADA-compliant, Childcare Services, Concessions, Lockers Available, Lodging on Site, Parking on site, Restrooms

General Information:

Average Annual Snowfall (in.): 260, Average Season Dates (Range): Nov-Apr, Guides Available, Hours of Operation: 9am-4pm, Longest trail (mi.): 1.3, Number of High-speed Lifts: 3, Number of Lifts: 12, Number of Restaurants: 8, Number of Skiable Acres: 1605, Number of Terrain Parks: 4, Percent of Beginner Runs: 20, Percent of Expert Runs: 35, Percent of Intermediate Runs: 45, Private Instruction Available

Group Amenities:

Accommodates Tour Groups, Bus/Motorcoach Parking off site, Bus/Motorcoach Parking on site, Group Instruction Available, Group Rates Available, Minimum Group Number: 20, Team-building Activities Offered

Guest Information:

Family-friendly

Payment Methods:

American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

Rate Information:

Lift Ticket Prices : $99 adults

Rentals:

Kids Equipment, Other: snowbikes; helmets, Skis, Snowboard, Snowshoes

Suitable for Ages:

Adults (18+), Children (up to 12), Teens (13-18)