Purgatory Resort
About Purgatory Resort
A family-oriented San Juan stronghold where Southwestern grit meets unpretentious, high-altitude adventure away from the I-70 crowds.
Highlights
- Rugged San Juan peaks
- Family-first atmosphere
- Wilderness mountain biking
- Southwestern charm
Key Facts
- Altitude: 2696m
- Top lift: 3294m
- Ski pistes: 68.7km
- Ski lifts: 14
- 4000m+ peaks nearby: 27
- Lakes nearby: 13
Ski Area
Weather and 10-day forecast for Purgatory Resort
- Today: 5 to 16 °C, clear sky, 13 h of sunshine
- Freezing level today: about 4295 m (4160 to 4440 m)
| Day | Min / max | Sky | Precipitation | Sunshine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| dim. 20 sept. | 5 / 16 °C | clear sky | dry | 13 h sun |
| lun. 21 sept. | 6 / 17 °C | overcast | dry | 4 h sun |
| mar. 22 sept. | 4 / 15 °C | drizzle | dry | 3 h sun |
| mer. 23 sept. | 5 / 13 °C | rain showers | dry | 0 h sun |
| jeu. 24 sept. | 6 / 14 °C | rain showers | dry | 1 h sun |
| ven. 25 sept. | 4 / 16 °C | drizzle | dry | 1 h sun |
| sam. 26 sept. | 5 / 16 °C | drizzle | dry | 9 h sun |
| dim. 27 sept. | 4 / 18 °C | overcast | dry | 3 h sun |
| lun. 28 sept. | 5 / 18 °C | rain showers | dry | 9 h sun |
| mar. 29 sept. | 5 / 19 °C | clear sky | dry | 11 h sun |
Things to do in Purgatory Resort
Mountain biking near Purgatory Resort
- Elbert Creek Trail (512)
- Cascade Creek Trail
- Upper Dutch Creek Trail
- Big Lick Creek Trail
- Little Elk Creek Trail
- Pass Trail
- West Cross Trail
- Graysill Trail
Getting to Purgatory Resort
Door-to-door travel times as used by the MR. ALPS ranking.
- Nearest airport: Durango La Plata County Airport (DRO), 53 km away, about 1h40 by road
Where to stay in Purgatory Resort
78 places to stay for a night on 2026-09-25, from 294 EUR per night, median 368 EUR. Prices are direct with hotels and destinations, compared live on the Purgatory Resort page.