Snow & Ski Conditions Purgatory

The Purgatory snow report for Mar 30 is a 42" base depth with 5 of 11 lifts open. Please note ski conditions and snowfall at Purgatory are sourced directly from the ski resort and are only recorded during the official ski season's opening to closing dates.
PurgatoryWeekends Only

Recent Snowfall

     
0"0"1"0"0"0"

Base

42"
Spring Snow

Mid Mountain

44"
Packed Powder

Summit

46"
Packed Powder

Depth vs Average

74%
vs average of 57" on Mar 30
Snow Reporter Comments: Purgatory plans to reopen Fri-Sun, as conditions permit, through April 20. With fresh snow this week we look forward to continue the ski season into April! Our 2025/26 Power Pass is on sale now with great savings, no change in price, all the great benefits you are used to, plus you can buy now and ski now! It’s Purgatory, and you belong here, now and next season. Be sure you let your family and friends know so they can join you on the slopes.
Lifts Open
5/11 open
Acres Open
677 Acres Open
Runs Open
65/107 open
Beginner Runs Open
22/24
Intermediate Runs Open
29/37
Advanced Runs Open
10/30
Expert Runs Open
4/16
Runs Open
61%

Firsthand Report

Spring conditions, but lots of fun on the backside. Even a little snow.
6 days ago
Purgatory - Village Express Summit Webcam
8 minutes ago

Resort Overview

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Nov 16
Projected Opening
Apr 13
Projected Closing
Purgatory is located in the San Juan Mountains of southwest Colorado. About 26 miles north of the historic town of Durango, the resort is an inexpensive family destination that has gorgeous scenery combined with short lift lines and terrain options for all abilities. Averaging 260 inches of snow a season, Purgatory Resort offers 1,605 acres of skiable terrain. The resort’s 12 lifts allow visitors to access 101 trails and 7 terrain parks.   The resort is also close to Mesa Verde National Park, an incredible ancient city and largest archaeological preserve in the United States. The park protects nearly 5,000 archeological sites, including 600 cliff dwellings.

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