Purgatory vs Steamboat
Comparing Purgatory (CO) and Steamboat (CO) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Purgatory
Durango, CO
Independent pass
Window price$89
Online (advance)$79
Season pass—
Steamboat
Steamboat Springs, CO
Ikon pass
Window price$339
Online (advance)$149
Season pass$1,329
Side-by-side
| Stat | Purgatory | Steamboat | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $89 | $339 | Purgatory |
| Online (30+ days) | $79 | $149 | Purgatory |
| Season pass | — | $1,329 | Steamboat |
| Annual snowfall | 260" | 342" | Steamboat |
| Skiable acres | 1,635 | 3,741 | Steamboat |
| Vertical drop | 2,029' | 3,668' | Steamboat |
| Runs | 105 | 184 | Steamboat |
| Lifts | 12 | 23 | Steamboat |
| Summit elevation | 10,822' | 10,568' | Purgatory |
| Beginner terrain | 23% | 14% | Purgatory |
| Advanced terrain | 26% | 44% | Steamboat |
| Average lift wait | 5 min | 10 min | Purgatory |
The Match
Purgatory is cheaper at the gate ($79 vs $149 entry). Steamboat is significantly bigger (3,741 vs 1,635 acres). Steamboat sees more snow (342" vs 260"). Pass affiliation: Purgatory is Independent, Steamboat is Ikon.