Purgatory Resort Employee Directory

HospitalityColorado, United States201-500 Employees

Purgatory Resort is a mountain resort in the hospitality industry located near Durango, Colorado, in the San Juan Mountains. The destination offers a mix of steep tree skiing and wide-open trails atop more than 1,600 acres of skiable terrain, supported by 11 lifts and a vertical drop of just over 2,000 feet. With an average of about 260 inches of annual snowfall, the resort benefits from frequent storms that yield dry powder followed by clear, blue-sky days, contributing to diverse alpine experiences for visitors. The operation has a long-standing foundation rooted in community and collaboration and has built a workforce consisting of several hundred employees, reflecting its emphasis on both guest experiences and staff care.

Its primary audience includes skiers and snowboarders seeking varied terrain and a welcoming environment for beginners, a focus reflected in awards recognizing Purgatory as a leading destination for beginners in North America for the 2024-25 season. In March 2026, Purgatory Group launched Beach Ruckus, a new seasonal event featuring color throws and a rail jam, signaling ongoing programming expansion.

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