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"Framed by the San Juan Mountains just north of Durango, Purgatory blends steep tree skiing and wide cruisers away from I-70 crowds and appeals to families with perks like free skiing for kids 12 and younger plus on-mountain attractions such as a mountain coaster and snow tubing; adventurous skiers can book Purgatory Snowcat Adventures—the largest cat-skiing operation in Colorado with access to over 35,000 acres—while non-skiers can enjoy snowcat dinners, guided snowshoe tours, the Nordic Center, and nearby Durango Hot Springs." - Jen Murphy