The “Purgatory†is derived from Purgatory Creek, which runs down the mountain. The name Purgatory set the stage for the trails during the first years: El Diablo, Upper and Lower Demon, Upper and Lower Hades, Styx, Pandemonium, Limbo, Limbo Alley and Catharsis.
Purgatory is your number one source for what to do in Durango, Colorado. Named as the number one best value ski resort in North America by TripAdvisor, Purgatory Resort offers a great value for ski vacations and getaways any time of the year.
Purgatory is a great resort for beginners and it has good progressions from one level to the next. For the little kiddies there is the covered magic carpet that on exit has a non-slip mat to allow an easy traverse. This learning area also has little play features.
Here are all the latest facts and statistics about Purgatory Resort: Base Elevation is 8,793 feet (2,680 meters)Summit Elevation is 10,822 feet (3,299 meters) (That's over two miles high!) Vertical Drop is 2,029 feet (618 meters)
A lift ticket provides you with access to the mountain and to the ski lifts. Everyone needs a lift ticket to access the snow anywhere on the mountain, whether you plan to use the lifts or not. THE PURCHASE OF A LIFT TICKET IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY. Lift ticket prices vary.
Headquartered in Durango, Colo., Mountain Capital Partners (MCP) owns and manages the largest collection of ski resorts in the Southwest, including Purgatory Resort, Arizona Snowbowl, Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort, Pajarito Mountain, Hesperus Ski Area and Colorado's largest snowcat skiing operation, Purgatory Snowcat
Do I need Chains or 4WD? Yes, depending on the weather and road conditions. Contact UDOT at 866-511-8824 for updated road conditions.
The Epic Pass gives you access to Park City Mountain and Snowbasin Resort, the Ikon Pass puts you on the hill at Alta, Snowbird, Solitude Mountain Resort, Brighton Resort and Deer Valley, while the Mountain Collective Pass provides two days of skiing at Alta and Snowbird.
Number of Runs71 Runs: 30% Easiest, 35% More Difficult, and 35% Most Difficult.
College students can get an early start to the weekend with College Night every Thursday night at Brian Head Resort (no student I.D.
One buddy pass per passholder, per visit. Discounted passes must be claimed on the day of intended use at the ticket window on the first floor of the Brighton Center with valid passholder present.
| Pass Type | Age | Rate |
|---|
| Adult | 30 - 64 | $999* |
| Late Twenties | 26 - 29 | $849* |
| Young Adult | 19 - 25 | $699* |
| Youth | 11 - 18 | $479* |
Brian Head receives over 360+ inches of famous Utah powder every year. The resort features Utah's highest base elevation of 9,600 ft. with a lift-served vertical drop of 1,320 ft.
The Ikon Pass is tailor-made for a ski vacation in Utah. Although you can spend your entire trip at just one stellar ski resort, your Ikon Pass and the accessibility of the Salt Lake City/Park City metro area makes it possible to enjoy them ALL.
Mountain Standard Time
| Monday – Friday | Weekends/Peak Periods |
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| 10:00AM – 4:00PM | 9:30AM – 4:30PM |
