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No new snow to report today, with snowpack levels sitting at 0.0". Weather today, a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly between 1pm and 5pm. mostly sunny, with a high near 61. light and variable wind becoming south 5 to 10 mph in the afternoon.
Get driving directions| Snowpack Percent Normal | % |
| Max Recorded Snowpack | 202" |
| Snowfall Past 24 Hours | 0" |
| Snowfall Next 24 Hours | 0" |
| Snowfall Next 5 Days | 0" |
| Terrain Surface | NA |
| Powder Score | NA |
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About the Area
Some of the pertinent mountain ranges and mountain aspects of Durango Mountain Resort (now known as Purgatory Resort) in Colorado include:
1. San Juan Mountains: The resort is located in the San Juan Mountains in southwestern Colorado, known for their rugged and scenic terrain.
2. Purgatory Peak: The highest peak at the resort, reaching an elevation of 10,822 feet. It offers challenging terrain for advanced skiers and riders.
3. Lift-served terrain: The resort offers a variety of lift-served terrain for skiers and snowboarders, with a vertical drop of 2,029 feet.
4. Tree skiing: The resort is known for its excellent tree skiing, with gladed runs throughout the mountain providing a unique and challenging experience for advanced skiers.
5. Backcountry access: The resort also offers backcountry access to the surrounding San Juan Mountains, allowing experienced skiers and riders to explore off-piste terrain.
Overall, Durango Mountain Resort (Purgatory Resort) offers a diverse range of terrain and mountain aspects for skiers and snowboarders of all levels.
Durango Mountain Resort, located in Colorado, boasts over 1,200 skiable acres and 85 trails, with something for every skill level. One of the best trails is the "Pitchfork," which offers stunning views of the San Juan Mountains. Interesting fact: Durango Mountain Resort was originally opened as a summer resort in the early 1960s, with skiing added as a winter activity a few years later. For beginner skiers, the "Purgatory Plunge" is a great starting point. As for après ski, the "Powderhouse" is a popular spot with a variety of beers on tap, live music, and a lively atmosphere.
| Night Skiing | No |
| Lift Count | 9 Lifts |
| Hourly Lift Capacity | 15050 per hour |
| Base Elevation | 2680 Meters |
| Terrain Park | Yes |
| Acreage | 1200 Acres |
| Established | 1965 |
| Run Count | 85 Trails |
Ski Resort Forecast View more
| Ski Area | Next 24 Hours | Next 3 Days | Next 5 Days |
| Snowmass | 0" | 0.07" | 0.57" |
| Crested Butte Mountain Resort | 0" | 0" | 0.65" |
| Echo Mountain Park | 0" | 0.17" | 3.11" |
| Eldora Mountain Resort | 0" | 0.38" | 7.23" |
| Hesperus Ski Area | 0" | 0" | 0.06" |
| Ski Broadmoor | 0" | 0.08" | 4.11" |
Regional Snowpack Conditions View more
| Location | Overnight | Snowpack | SWE |
| SPUD MOUNTAIN | 0" | 41" | 8.6" |
| BEARTOWN | 0" | 40" | 9.5" |
| BLACK MESA | 1" | 37" | 9" |
| NOHRSC MC CLURE PASS | -1" | 29" | 6.8" |
| MANCOS | 0" | 16" | 2.9" |
| NOHRSC RED MOUNTAIN PASS | -1" | 48" | 11.7" |
| NOHRSC IDARADO | 0" | 36" | 6.4" |
| NOHRSC WAGER GULCH | -1" | 29" | 7.2" |