Durango Mountain Resort - Colorado

Durango Mountain Resort
World-Class Skiing

Durango Mountain Resort is located in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado, 25 miles north of Durango. Carved by glaciers, the mountain is a unique blend of roller coaster benches and headwalls, double fall lines and glades, and wide-open cruisers with stunning views.

The mountain receives over 260 inches of snow annually, much of it in overnight snowfalls followed by bluebird days. This phenomenon has earned Durango Mountain Resort the #1 ranking in North America for winter weather.

The front side of the mountain features many runs named after or inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy: Pandemonium, Paradise, Catharsis, Demon, and Divinity to name a few. The front side also offers some of Durango Mountain Resort's premier mogul runs - such as Lower Hades and Styx - as well as the gentle, forested beginner terrain surrounding the Twilight chairlift.

On the back side, Durango Mountain Resort has some of its signature runs, such as Dead Spike, Peace, and Sally's Run. The back side is a mix of great cruisers (Durango Mountain Resort's grooming is considered some of the best in Colorado) and longer, challenging steeps. When you're really ready, try the big bumps on Elliott's, Wapiti, or Bull Run, or the glades of Paul's Park.

The mountain has an addition two terrain parks: Paradise Terrain Park, with a 400 feet halfpipe, hits, rails & drops; and Pitchfork Terrain Park, which features hips, rails, table tops and gaps.

After a day of adventurous skiing and boarding, take in the majestic views of the San Juan Mountains while perusing a variety of shops and restaurants and participating in resort activities among the resort. The Village is the center of your vacation, as well as a great place to relax and grab some rays in a sunny beach chair, or watch the evening alpenglow over the Needles Peaks.

Choose from a scenic winter train ride, dinner sleigh ride, Snowcat skiing, snowmobile tours, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, casino gambling, snow tubing at the Alpine SnowCoaster hill, spectacular Mesa Verde National Park and many more.

The choices in lodging are as vast as the ski mountain, ranging from the luxurious slopeside condominiums of Durango Mountain Resort's cozy alpine village to the nearby Old West town of Durango. Durango offers a wide range of restaurants, shopping and nightlife. It's all here at Durango Mountain Resort.

MOUNTAIN STATISTICS
Base Elevation: 8,793 ft (2,680 m)
Summit Elevation: 10,822 ft (3,299 m)
Vertical Drop: 2,029 ft (618 m)
Skiable Area: 1,200 acres (486 hectares)
Annual Snowfall: 260 in (660 cm)
Longest Run: 10,560 ft (3,219 m)
Snowmaking: 21 %
Number of Lifts: 9
Uphill Lift Capacity: 15,050 per hour
Types of Lifts: 1 Surface Lift
1 Magic Carpet
3 Double Chairs
4 Triple Chairs
1 Hi-Speed Quad
1 Hi-Speed 6
Number of Trails: 85
TRAIL RATINGS
Easiest: Easiest 23%
More Difficult: More Difficult 51%
Most Difficult: Most Difficult 26%
Experts Only: Experts Only 0%
Trail ratings indicate the relative difficulty of the runs within a given ski area and are not meant to be used for comparison between ski areas.
AREA DETAILS
Alpine Skiing: Yes
Snowboarding: Yes
Required: Yes
Snowcat Skiing: Yes
Terrain Park: Yes
Cross Country: 16 km
Half Pipe: Yes
Snow Tubing: Yes
 
FEATURED LODGING
$214.00 - $214.00
501 Camino Del Rio Durango, CO 81301
With over 12 feet of snow this year, now is the perfect time to come to Durango for your ski vacation. The Doubletree Hotel Durango, nestled in the San Juan Mountains of Durango, Colorado, is ''picture perfect'' in every way. As downtown Durango's premier luxury hotel, we offer service, value and…
$0.00 - $0.00
50827 US Highway 550 Durango, CO 81301
Located just 2 miles north of the main entrance of Durango Mountain Resort, Cascade has a large selection of vacation rentals and lodging accommodations from a studio for two to a single family home in the valley overlooking Engineer, all with wood burning fireplaces for mountain rustic comfort.…
$184.00 - $264.00
21691 US Highway 160 West Durango, CO 81301
Newly renovated, located 1/4 mile west of the US 550 and Hwy 160 W intersection. 1/2 mile from Historic Downtown Durango.
$142.00 - $159.00
800 Camino Del Rio Durango, CO 81301
Located in Historic Downtown Durango the Holiday Inn is conveniently located just 1 block off of Historic Main Street. Recently renovated, the hotel offers guests the convienence of easy access to shopping, dining, and galleries as well as many exciting activities. The world famous Durango…
$125.99 - $139.99
2930 N. Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301
Centrally located on Main Avenue. Historic downtown area 1.5 miles. Rooms have exterior entrance. Coffee maker, hair dryer, HBO, basic cable, FREE Local Calls and data port in all rooms. FREE Continental Breakfast. Indoor hot tub and outdoor heated pool (seasonal). Activities in Durango…
$75.00 - $143.10
125 W. 10th St Durango, CO 81301
Located in the heart of the Historic District, we are Durango's only all suite hotel. Start your morning with our deluxe continental breakfast. Our unique property has only 21 rooms, with the atmosphere of bed and breakfast. All of our rooms are equipped with a full sized appliances. Gaze at…
$159.00 - $189.00
699 Main Ave Durango, CO 81301
The Strater Hotel has been the centerpiece of Historic Durango since 1887. Walk into the lobby and lose a century. Memorabilia of historical significance fill display cases throughout the hotel. Each of our 93 guest rooms is appointed with hand-painted wallpaper, custom made window dressings, and…
$119.99 - $149.00
455 S. Camino Del Rio Durango, CO 81303
Durango's newest hotel with 123 comfortably appointed guest rooms and suites. Comfort Inn and Suites has become the activity center for adventure seekers, business professionals, and nature lovers. Conveniently located at the south entrance to Durango. Now serving an excellent, complimentary hot…
$95.00 - $151.00
50827 HWY 550 North Durango, CO 81310
Located one mile north of Durango Mountain Resort - Cascade Village is the quinessential Colorado Mountain Lodge. The property has incredible views of the Needles Range and Engineer M ountain. The main lodge has restaurants for breakfast and dinner. A rental shop on property offers top of the…
$169.00 - $169.00
40292 US Highway 550 N. Durango, CO 81301
As of September 1st 2007, The Lodge at Tamarron has completed a million and a half dollar renovation to the common areas of the Lodge. The Lodge at Tamarron offers charming condominiums on a large resort property approximately 15 miles from downtown Durango, CO. This expansive property offers…
$95.88 - $115.88
20 Stewart Dr. Durango, CO 81301
* Welcome to Durango, the heart of Colorado & number 39; old and new west! * Durango has been a bustling railroad town since the 1880s and today you can still ride the historic steam train from downtown (just a short drive from the Super 8 Motel) through the beautiful San Juan Mountains, to…
$99.01 - $113.01
2970 Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301
The Travelodge Durango offers a lodge atmosphere in a great location. The hotel is located on the Animas River, and offers guests Free Continental Breakfast, Free High Speed Wireless Access, plus all amenities offered by Travelodge. Room types offered are Standard Rooms, Suites, and Rooms with…
$79.00 - $179.00
5 Skier Place Durango, CO 81301
This ski-in/ski-out resort features a wide variety of services such as 24 hour front desk, fitness center, wedding services, complimentary Internet access in public areas, restaurants, conference rooms and free parking. Purgatory Village Condominiums also provides on-site security, grocery…
$99.00 - $129.00
5800 North Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301
Welcome to the Iron Horse Inn of Durango, Colorado, where every room is a bi-level suite. A great location, friendly and knowledgable staff, and comfortable, affordable accommodations, makes this a great value that you will not want to miss while in Durango. We include a free continental…
$111.60 - $124.00
3255 North Main Avenue Durango, CO 81301
This Durango, Colorado hotel offers comfortable accommodations at a great value with close access to Colorado area ski resorts. The Best Western Mountain Shadows is centrally located in Durango, Colorado and provides guests with all the comforts of home including a free daily continental…
$122.39 - $239.99
21382 US Highway 160 West Durango, CO 81301
An outdoor adventure is only steps away at this comfortable, unique Colorado hotel! Discover what Colorado can offer at the outdoors-oriented Best Western Durango Inn and Suites. Nestled on a hillside, this hotel is perfect for a one night stay on a cross-country trip or for those seeking to…
$93.00 - $103.00
3030 N. Main Ave. Durango, CO 81301
The Ramada Limited Durango is located on Highway 550 and 30th Street just 2 miles from Historic Downtown. Our hotel is just minutes from the Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Biking and Hiking Trails, and the San Juan Mountains. When visiting Durango there are other interesting sights and…
$109.80 - $122.00
401 E 2nd St Durango, CO 81301
Downtown Durango at Your Doorstep. Wyndham Durango, located at the heart of Durango's most popular attractions, is your best resort choice to relive Old West Americana culture and enjoy plenty of modern recreational pleasures at the same time, including winter skiing and snowboarding, and…
$169.00 - $169.00
40292 Highway 550 North Durango, CO 81301
Tamarron is located 15 miles north of Durango in a beautiful valley tucked beneath the rugged Hermosa Cliffs. Tamarron is 8 miles south of Durango Mountain Resort. The Lodge offers guests a beautiful spa facility complete with indoor/outdoor pool.. a favorite for families. Tamarron has a deli for…
$148.50 - $175.00
400 East Second Avenue Durango, CO 81301
Experience the splendor and adventure of the Southwest while based at the Best Western Rio Grande Inn, located in historic downtown Durango, Colorado. The timeless Durango and Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad runs daily and is only two blocks from the hotel. Train packages are available year…