Purgatory

Local News

Preliminary plans for new Purgatory Resort chairlift approved

yearlong delay, momentum picks up on long-planned addition

May 6, 2026

Regional News

Mild to Wild rafting trips begin early, following months of warm, dry weather

Tourists pivoting to water sports in bad ski conditions inspired decision, manager says

April 28, 2026

Local News

Several leadership changes announced at Purgatory Resort

General Manager Dave Rathbun to become CEO, among other changes

April 22, 2026

Local News

Fastest skier in American history, who grew up skiing at Purgatory Resort, to be honored

Durango Mayor will declare April 19, 2026, as Ross Anderson Day

April 17, 2026

Local News

21-year-old Olympian with Durango roots meets fans at Purgatory Resort Downtown

Charlie Mickel says discipline is key to high-level competition

April 5, 2026

Local News

Skier narrowly avoids landing on child while skiing at Purgatory Resort

of close-call stunt goes viral; resort reminds patrons to follow safety etiquette

March 31, 2026

Local News

Purgatory Resort announces closing day, end-of-season celebration

shutting down earlier than expected, the ski area pulled off a 127-day season

March 25, 2026

Sports

Raising an Olympian: Mickels’ sacrifices have led to skiing success

Mom, Molly, and dad, Alex, have seen son, Charlie, turn into elite mogul skier

March 22, 2026

Local News

Mountain Capital Partners’ $37.5 million commitment to be partially allotted to Purgatory upgrades

Funding to go to new Gelande Lift, snowmaking, Lift 1 system

March 20, 2026

Sports

Durango High School ski team’s slalom state qualifiers set

will host giant slalom event at Purgatory Resort on Friday

February 5, 2026

Local News

Winter storm blesses Durango with modest 4 inches of snow

Purgatory receives a foot of powder, skiers ‘stoked’

January 24, 2026

Local News

Photos: Purgatory Resort opens for skiing

Randy Reames, with Purgatory Resort, scans Justin West’s lift ticket during opening day on Friday. (Jerry McBride/Durango Herald)cca Owen Haines,…

November 29, 2025

Local News

After 30 years, Olde Schoolhouse remains hidden gem in La Plata County

Community support key to success, owner says

November 28, 2025

Local News

Purgatory Resort aims to open Friday

Snow, cooler temperatures expected later this week

November 26, 2025

New Mexico

Sipapu kicks off New Mexico’s ski season

Purgatory ready to open on Friday

November 26, 2025

Local News

Purgatory Resort delays opening day

weather, lack of snow push back start of 2025-26 ski season

November 20, 2025

Local News

Appellate court dismisses Purgatory Resort’s water lawsuit against Forest Service

area’s bid to access groundwater in Hermosa Creek ends in setback

October 23, 2025

Local News

Durango named as host city for 2030 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships

800 athletes from 55 nations expected to compete at Purgatory Resort

September 25, 2025

Local News

Hesperus Ski Area to remain closed for 2025-26 season

remains that one day lifts will resume spinning at local hill

September 18, 2025

Local News

Brian Buerger steps down as Durango Winter Sports Club freeride ski director

says greatest joy is introducing kids to skiing and watching them grow

September 14, 2025

Local News

Purgatory Resort’s new chairlift won’t open this winter as planned

Regulatory delays push construction to 2026; bike park expected to reopen next summer

September 9, 2025

Local News

Purgatory Resort promised a new chairlift. Will it happen in time for ski season?

of summer is approaching, construction has yet to begin

August 22, 2025

Sports

Sippy’s confidence level ‘quite high’ in Durango’s 2030 MTB world championships bid

will announce 2030 world championship venue on Sept. 25

August 9, 2025

Gallery

Photos: Archers take aim

Purgatory Resort hosts the Total Archery Challenge

July 13, 2025