Ski Beach at Purgatory Resort

Come on up and try out the flavors of the season at our Purgatory Oktoberfest celebration on Sunday, September 15th from noon to 4:30 pm. With great brews, beautiful views, live music and a festive atmosphere it will be a blast! We can't wait to cheers the season with you! Featured Breweries Live Music:

The Motorcycle Hill Climb is BACK! This is one of the most exciting events of the Four Corners Motorcycle Rally. Watch as motorcycles attempt to ride straight up the front of the mountain. 

Join expert guides who will lead you around the forests above Purgatory Resort.  These woods are known for having a wide variety of mushrooms.  During the hunt, the guides will educate you about edible vs. non-edible mushrooms, techniques for finding mushrooms, and any other questions you have. Complimentary wine and snacks are included. Space is […]

The greatest chainsaw carving competition in the country returns to Purgatory Resort!  Come watch these amazing artists create magnificent works of art right before your eyes!

Beer festival in the spectacular San Juans with live music! Enjoy unlimited samples of all your favorite summertime beers from the best breweries in Durango and Colorado! Plus, live music from State 38. Tickets are just $29! Kids are free! Bring the whole family. (Online ticket sales close at Midnight, Friday 7/12. Tickets will be available […]

Join us for a sizzling showdown as our talented teams serve up their tastiest chili recipes in our very first Purgatory Chili Cook-off! You'll be the judges as Purg departments vie for bragging rights and the title of chili champion!

Gather round at 6:30 as the sky darkens over the slopes and enjoy a spectacular fireworks display followed at 6:40 pm by the patrollers and ski instructors coming down the mountain, lighting up the night with bright torchlights.