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A winter paradise in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Purgatory Resort in Durango, Colorado, is the perfect family vacation destination. It’s known for unmatched scenery, terrain for all abilities, and a vibrant, historic downtown. Purgatory Lodge has all the amenities, including restaurants, shops, a pool and spa, fitness center, private lounge, game room, and concierge.

With over 1,600 skiable acres, multiple terrain parks, plus Colorado’s largest snowcat skiing operation, Purgatory has something to offer everyone.

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Purgatory Resort Information

Purgatory Resort

Closest Airport: DRO

#1 Skier Place, Durango 81301 #1 Skier Place, Durango 81301 Get Directions

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24hr

48hr

Mid-Mt Depth

Surface Conditions

0”

Lifts Open

Activities

Tubing
Snowcat Skiing
Snowshoeing
Nordic Skiing
Scenic Snowcat Tours
Fatbiking
Snowmobiling
Snowbiking
Guided Tours
Coaster
Terrain Park

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Score the best deals on lift tickets by reviewing the online ticket calendar and purchasing well in advance. Off-peak hours are heaven at Purgatory!

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Annual Snowfall:

260 in / 660 cm

Base Elevation:

8,793 ft / 2,680 m

Summit Elevation:

10,822 ft / 3,299 m

Skiable Area:

1,635 acres / 662 hectares

# of trails:

105

Snowmaking

250 acres / 129 hectares

Nordic Skiing

yes

Mountain Coaster

yes

Terrain Parks

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There’s plenty new at Purgatory, but the reasons people love to come here haven’t changed. Purgatory is located just 25 miles north of the historic mining town of Durango, Colorado. Named as Best Value Ski Resort in North Amercia by TripAdvisor and one of America’s Best Small Towns by Outside magazine, Durango offers a wide array of winter activities, shopping, and more restaurants per capita than San Francisco. A spectacular location, fun winter activities, friendly staff, no lift lines, and some of the best ski weather in America make Purgatory the perfect place for a memorable ski vacation.

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