Purgatory Snowcat Adventures kicks off this weekend. Courtesy/Purgatory

Purgatory News:

This weekend, Purgatory Snowcat Adventures kicks off for the 2023 season with more than 5 feet of untracked snow from recent storms.

Purgatory Snowcat Adventures is Colorado’s largest snowcat skiing operation with access to 35,000 acres of guided terrain, outside of the resort boundaries. Guests can expect an average of 8-10 runs and 10,000′ of vertical depending on skier ability and terrain conditions. With exceptional views of the Northern and Southern San Juan Mountains, this will be a day of skiing to remember forever.

The day of snowcat skiing or snowboarding includes avalanche gear, lunch and water (bringing a water bottle is recommended). Morning orientation begins at 8 a.m. in the Purgatory Snowcat Adventures office  in the Village Plaza. Purgatory’s highly trained guides will make an assessment of up-to-date snow conditions and skier ability to choose from three primary zones in the 35,000-acre terrain area.

Skiers must be comfortable skiing black diamond runs consisting of deep powder, tight trees, steep pitches and unmarked hazards. Avalanche safety equipment and lunch is provided by Purgatory Snowcat Adventures.

For those looking for a more laid-back experience, there also are scenic tours and snowcat dining excursions.

Learn more at purgatory.ski/activities/snowcat.