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Durango - One of America's Top Ski Towns
A trip to Durango isn't complete without some memorable meals at a few of our unique, local restaurants. As you're enjoying the sights, try something new, or ask a local which restaurants are their favorites, you'll be surprised at all the fine dining that Durango has to offer.
You may not know that on top of historical sights and old west experiences, Durango also has a wide variety of shops and boutiques to satisfy your shopping bug. Be sure to check out some of these shops and get some great souvenirs to remember your trip to Durango!
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Polar Express November 20 - December 27, 2009
Ride the train to the North Pole to pick up Santa. Durangotrain.com
Annual New Year's Eve Special Train December 31, 2009
Ring in the New Year on the Presidential-class train. Durangotrain.com
Snowdown January 27 - 31, 2010
Durango's Winter Festival - 100+ events. www.snowdown.org
Durango Independent Film Festival March 3 - 7, 2010
http://durangofilm.org
Hozhoni Pow Wow March 26 - 27, 2010
Visit www.durango.org or contact us at 800-525-8855 for more info.
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1. The Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad has been in continuous operation since 1881 and has appeared in more than a dozen movies including How the West was Won (1963) and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969).
2. Durango's name comes from the basque word "Urango" meaning "Water Town".
3. Durango enjoys more than 300 days of sunshine per year!
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A winter paradise in the heart of the San Juan Mountains, Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort is the perfect family vacation destination known for it's unmatched scenery, terraced terrain ideal for all abilities, and a town that offers a slice of history. With 1200 skiable acres, two terrain parks and a children's specific play area, the mountain has something for all members of the family. And the resort community continues to grow with additions and upgrades to Purgatory Village and on the mountain. |
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CLOSEST TOWNS:
Durango
Telluride
Pagosa Springs
Silverton
SEASON - Nov. 26, 2008 to April 5, 2009
HOURS - 9am-4pm
ELEVATION
Peak - 10,822 ft.
Base - 8,793 ft.
Vertical Rise - 2,029 ft.
TERRAIN & SERVICES
Beginner 23%
Intermediate 51%
Advanced/Expert 26%
Skiable Acres 1,200
Number of Trails 85
Longest Trail 2.5 miles
Terrain Parks 2
Total Lifts 10
Avg Annual Snowfall - 260 inches
Avg Days of Sun per Year - 300 days
INFORMATION
970.247.9000 / 800.982.6102
Snow Report: 970.247.9000 x1
dmrr@durangomountain.com
www.durangomountainresort.com
LODGING | CENTRAL RESV
800.982.6102
www.durangomountainresort.com
ADDRESS
Durango Mountain
#1 Skier Place
Durango, CO 81301
MILES FROM DENVER - 330 |
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GREAT DEAL
Book early and save big. The Purgatory Early Bird Package offers lodging and lift tickets from $59 per person/per night. Package is based on double occupancy, some restrictions apply. Call 800-982-6102 for information and reservations.
MOUNTAIN DINING
Take in amazing scenic views at the mountain top cafe, Backside Bistro; featuring regional cuisine, locally brewed beers and wine and 360 degrees of the San Juan Mountains. Reservations are recommended.
LESSONS
Ski and Snowboard School. Ski School: 3 years and up. Daycare: 2 months and up. Lessons: Alpine, snowboarding, telemark, advanced, women's clinics, snowbiking. Of Note: 3 to 4-year-olds are taught on special nordic skis that attach to their snowboots. And, the Snow Monsters live in Durango and make daily appearances on the hill. Contact: Ski School, 970.385.2149; Daycare, 970.247.9000 x5152.
FYI
The first phase of Purgatory Lodge will open this winter season with upgraded skier services and amenities, including a new ticket office, public restrooms, retail and rental outlets and more. Visit the new Purgy's Day Lodge with extended beach area and outdoor seating. Following the Village upgrades, Purgatory is working on final approval for on-mountain improvements including a new high-speed quad in the Legends Area and new tree runs on the backside.
BIGGEST EVENT
SNOWDOWN (Last weekend of January): A weeklong winter festival featuring wild games, hilarious costumes and the huge Snowdown Parade on Main Street. This year's theme is Snowdown in De Nile.
APRES SPOT
Saddle up slopeside with the locals at the new Purgy's Day Lodge bar and sip on locally made beer from Ska and Steamworks. Or head to the Old Schoolhouse and get tips on the best spots for tomorrow from Purg Ski Patrol and Instructors.
ALTERNATE DAY
Give your legs a break and take a trip into history on the Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad. The winter train departs Durango and travels the same route miners and cowboys used over a century ago deep into the wilderness of the San Juan Mountains. www.durangotrain.com |
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Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad & Museum
970.247.2733 or www.durangotrain.com.
Purgatory at Durango Mountain Resort
Enjoy skiing 75 trails on 1,200 acres of terrain, 11 lifts and 40 miles of groomed trails. 970.247.9000; 800.982.6102 or www.durangomountainresort.com.
Hot Springs
Trimble Hot Springs located just six miles outside of Durango is a National Historic Site with day spa facilities. 970.247.0111.
San Juan Skyway
A 236 mile, breathtaking loop of paved, state maintained highways through the San Juan Mountains. A designated "All-American Road".
Mesa Verde National Park
Ancient Ancestral Puebloan Cliff Dwellings. A UNESCO World Heritage site, open year-round.
Historic Downtown Durango
Award-winning restaurants, eclectic art galleries, historic hotels and a host of special events. 970.247.3500 or www.durango.org.
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DIRECTIONS BY CAR
150 miles from Grand Junction via US 50 and US 550; 237 miles from Albuquerque via NM 44 and US 550; 330 miles from Denver via US 285, US 160 and US 550.
DIRECTIONS BY AIR
Direct flights to Durango La Plata County Airport arrive daily from Denver on United Express and Frontier from Phoenix on US Airways. | |
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