Durango

AKA – Purgatory

This town has been named one of America’s Top 10 Ski Towns by Ski Magazine. 

Durango, Colorado is an all-year long getaway destination.

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 its unmatched scenery, terrain for all abilities and a vibrant, historic downtown. Purgatory Lodge has all the amenities a skier wants, including restaurants, shops, pool/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.

More than a ski area, this is a destination. Durango Mountain Resort at Purgatory is a slice of both winter and summer recreation heaven. A magical playground for families with children, and couples with winter romance in-mind. Whether you are a world-class avid skier or a young bare beginner, if you love the snow, this is the place. Durango Mountain Resort has been selected as one of the “7 Great Mountains to Ski” by Ski Magazine. This a village with amenities, world-class shopping and some of the finest dining establishments. Choose your desire. Ski, snowboard, snowshoe, snowmobile, cross-country, or take a sleigh ride. All this and some of the most spectacular views you will ever imagine..

Although Durango boasts some of the best snow-skiing conditions in the country, surprisingly winter is not the peak tourist season in Durango CO. So when the deep base and powdery perfect conditions beckon the real ski-lover, hotel rates in Durango become more affordable.

Mountain Stats

Base Elevation: 8,793 ft
Summit Elevation: 10,822 ft
Vertical Drop: 2,029 ft
Skiable Area: 1,605 acres
Annual Snowfall: 260 in (At
Number Of Trails: 88
Snowmaking: 320 acres
Terrain Parks: 4
Lifts : 10
Capacity: 15,050 people to the top of the mountain / hour

Trail Classification

🟢 Beginners Runs: 20%
🟦Intermediate Runs: 45%
⬛ Advanced Runs: 35%

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