SNowshoe
Tours
Slow down the pace and explore Colorado’s beautiful San Juan Mountains on a snowshoe tour! Visit some of the breathtaking out-of-bounds terrain with an experienced guide. They’ll enhance the tour with their knowledge of wildlife, geology, flora and fauna. We recommend bringing water, snacks, sunscreen waterproof boots, warm layers of clothing, beanie and gloves.
CLOSED FOR NEW BOOKINGS FOR THE 2022-2023 SEASON.
SEE BELOW FOR THE ALPENGLOW SNOWSHOE TOUR ON APRIL 6.
DETAILS
| Cost | 45$/person Ticket price includes equipment rental, lift up and down, guided tour and hot cocoa voucher. |
| Phone | (970)385-2147 |
| Dates | December 20, 2022 – April 9, 2023 Conditions permitting |
| Ages | 8+ Beginners welcome |
| Departure Times | 9:00am & 1:00pm Meet at the Guest Services area. |
| Trip Duration | 2 – 2.5 hours total |
Make it extra special!
Take your aprés ski to new heights with a sunset snowshoe tour, appetizers, and libations at the Powderhouse. Meet at Guest Services at 3:00pm and enjoy a scenic chairlift ride up the mountain followed by a scenic snowshoe tour. Make a stop at the Powderhouse for a deliciously crafted snack before snowshoeing back down to the base area.
Wear or bring warm layers. It is often colder up on the mountain than at the base area. Temperatures also drop with the sun. Layers help you regulate your temperature no matter the conditions. We also highly recommend bringing along some water.
Alpenglow Snowshoe + Charcuterie
| Time | 3:00pm – 7:00pm Please arrive 15-20 minutes early to get snowshoes and be on the lift by 3:00pm. |
| Cost | $70 Snowshoes and poles are provided |
| Dates | April 6 |
| Trip Duration | 4 hours |
| Meeting Place | Guest Services |
Snowshoe Rentals
$15/pair for 24 hours – Purgatory Nordic Center
If you’re looking to explore on your own, visit the Purgatory Nordic Center. Snowshoes may not be used in-bounds at the resort except with a guided tour. If you’d like to continue using your rented snowshoes for the duration of the rental period, we recommend checking out Purgatory Flats across the highway from the resort. Molas Lake and Andrews Lake are also great options, just 15 minutes north of Purgatory on highway 550.
Book Your Tour
Join one of our daily scheduled group outings or ask about a private tour. Availability varies.
The fine print
- Trips canceled 48 hours or more in advance will receive a full refund
- Trips canceled less than 48 hours prior to scheduled tour will receive a 50% refund or the option to reschedule during the same season for a $50 fee
- No refunds will be given for late arrivals or no shows
- Purgatory Snowcat Adventures reserves the right to cancel a trip at any time due to weather, safety concerns or mechanical issues. Refunds and the option to reschedule is at the discretion of PSA and on a trip by trip basis
- Minimum of 5 guests are required for Scenic Trips to operate.
