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PURGATORY News:

Purgatory Resort received more than a foot of snow as of this morning, and a week-long storm track could bring an additional 38 inches over the next five days.

Lift 8 and more trails opened today, putting the mountain on track to be fully open in time for the holiday weekend.

Purgatory Resort is the ideal place to ring in the new year after a long powder day of skiing or snowboarding, with excellent snow conditions and a variety of exciting holiday and on-mountain activities. Revel in the snowy San Juan mountains, get merry on the slopes, and watch the torchlight parade and fireworks display on New Year’s Eve.

A Purgatory tradition on New Year’s Eve, watch patrollers and ski instructors form a glowing train down the mountain, lighting up the night with bright torchlights. Stay for the fireworks show display over the snow-covered mountain, accompanied by festive music and drinks.

New Year’s Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks Show: 6 p.m. Sat, Dec. 31