Mountain Biking at Purgatory: Trails for Every Level
Purgatory isn't just a ski resort. When summer hits, the lifts spin for mountain bikes, and the trail network covers everything from flowy greens to gnarly downhill blacks.
The Bike Park
Purgatory's bike park is lift-served, meaning you ride the chairlift up with your bike and ride down. This is a game-changer if you love downhill but hate the climb. The park has trails graded like ski runs — green, blue, and black — so you can find your comfort zone.
For Beginners
The green-rated trails are wide, smooth, and forgiving. Banked turns, gentle grades, and nothing that'll send you over the bars if you take it easy. If you've never mountain biked before, this is a great place to start. Rentals are available at the base area, including full-face helmets and pads.
For Intermediate Riders
The blue trails add more features — berms, small jumps, rock gardens, and steeper pitches. You'll feel the mountain under you more, and the speed picks up. These trails are where most riders spend their day.
For Advanced Riders
The black trails are the real deal. Technical rock sections, steep chutes, drops, and roots. If you're an experienced rider looking for a challenge, Purgatory delivers.
Beyond the Park
Durango itself is a mountain biking mecca. The trails around town — Horse Gulch, Raider Ridge, Animas Mountain — are legendary. You could spend a week riding different trails every day and not repeat.
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