The Durango Mountain Resort / Purgatory Ski Area is located in the majestic South West Corner of Colorado. Durango Mountain Resort's location places the diverse terrain squarely in the middle of two weather systems with a reputation for producing big snow followed by bluebird days.With unsurpassed views of the Needle Mountain Range & the San Juans, the Durango / Purgatory Resort offers a rare combination of natural beauty and fantastic terrain. Experience Durango - Ski Colorado!
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Durango / Purgatory Mountain Statistics:
- Dates and Times: Open November 2009 to April 2010
- Base Elevation: 8,793’ (2,680m)
- Summit Elevation: 10,822’ (3,299m)
- Vertical Drop: 2,029’ (618m)
- Skiable Area: 1,200 acres (486 hectares)
- Annual Snowfall: 260” (660cm)
- Snowmaking: 21%/250 Acres
- Number of Lifts: 9 lifts
- Uphill Lift Capacity 15,050/hour
- Types of Lifts: 1 High Speed Six Person
- 1 High Speed Quad
- 4 Triple Chairlifts
- 3 Double Chairlifts
- 1 Magic Carpet
- Number of Trails: 85 Trails
- Trail Ratings: 23% Beginner
- 51% Intermediate
- 26% Advanced/Expert
- Terrain Parks: 2-Paradise Freestyle Arena
- Pitchfork Terrain Garden
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