Located 25 miles north of Durango, Purgatory Ski Resort offers a wide range of skiing for beginners to the most advanced riders. Take in the incredible views as you relax down wide-open groomed routes or challenge yourself zipping through difficult terrain. There is truly something for everyone at Purgatory.

You can expect consistent, dry powder followed by Colorado bluebird skies in the San Juan Mountains.

Don’t worry- there is plenty of skiing for everyone with 1,600 acres of skiable terrain, 105 trails, 13 lifts, and 4 terrain parks.

There is much more to this ski resort than world-class skiing. There are many other family-friendly activities that will keep you busy if you find yourself looking to try out something else.

Snow Tubing

Snow tubing at the resort is something that the whole family can enjoy. The Snow Coaster Tubing Hill has multiple lanes for you to cruise down and have a blast! At just $10 per hour, you can get started at the Columbine Ticket Office. 

Snowcat Skiing

Are you a powder junkie looking for untouched lines in the backcountry? We can help you get there. Purgatory has access to over 35,000 acres of terrain in the San Juan mountains and their experienced team can take you to some of the best conditions in the country. 

Purgatory Snowcat Adventures is the largest backcountry skiing operation in Colorado and will bring you to untouched lines that will forever be remembered. A day with snowcat skiing includes experienced mountain guides, powder-specific gear, avalanche equipment, lunch, and water. 

Snowmobile Adventures

With all the amazing backcountry offered by the San Juan Mountains, there are many locations that are fitting to take out a snowmobile and experience the scenery in a new light. The guides will make sure to teach you how to ride a Polaris snowmobile and lead you on a safe and thrilling adventure in the backcountry.