This Lesser-known Colorado Ski Resort Has Après Hot Spring Pools—and Lift Tickets Starting at $9

"I found that Purgatory Resort offers lift tickets for as low as $9 when they first go on sale before the season, and the mountain is super family-friendly with a dedicated learning zone and free skiing for kids under 12; chances are the sun will be out, and Purg is known for its light, dry powder." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines