Purgatory

Purgatory

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Located in Colorado's rugged San Juan Mountains, Purgatory Resort combines authentic mountain charm with world-class skiing and riding. Since 1965, this family-friendly destination has offered visitors a genuine Rocky Mountain experience, featuring 1,605 acres of diverse terrain that caters to beginners and experts alike. The resort's distinctive character comes from its mix of wide-open cruisers, challenging glades, and steep tree runs, all set against the backdrop of stunning mountain peaks.

Purgatory's network of 12 lifts, including the high-speed six-person Village Express, ensures quick access to 105 trails across the mountain. The thoughtfully designed lift system minimizes wait times and maximizes skiing time, with convenient access points from both the base village and midway facilities. Our recently upgraded chairlifts feature safety bars and footrests, providing comfortable rides even on the coldest days.

Purgatory Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 12
6-Person Chair
1
6-Person Chair
Quad Chair
2
Quad Chair
Triple Chair
3
Triple Chair
Double Chair
3
Double Chair
T-Bar
1
T-Bar
Surface Lift
2
Surface Lift

Purgatory Resort Elevation

10820ft3298mResort Summit2028ft618mVertical Drop8793ft2680mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

105

Total Area

1650 ac

667.7 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
20%
Intermediate
45%
Advanced
30%
Expert
5%
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Location

Just 25 miles north of historic Durango, Colorado, Purgatory offers the perfect blend of accessibility and mountain solitude. The resort is easily reached via US Highway 550, part of the scenic San Juan Skyway, and sits just 52 miles from the Durango-La Plata County Airport. The surrounding San Juan National Forest provides a stunning natural backdrop and endless opportunities for year-round outdoor adventure.

Purgatory

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Season Info

Winter at Purgatory typically runs from late November through early April, delivering an average of 260 inches of pristine snow annually. The resort's prime location and elevation of 8,793 feet to 10,822 feet create ideal conditions for consistent snowfall and excellent snow preservation. Spring skiing here is particularly special, combining warm sunshine with well-maintained snow conditions that can extend the season into April.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

11/15/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

150

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

6.6m

660cm

Imperial

21.7ft

260in

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