Resort Comparison

Loveland Basin Ski Area vs Purgatory Resort

Purgatory Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

The Verdict

Purgatory Resort leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Purgatory Resort

Ski school from age 3

Best Snowfall
Purgatory Resort

118" average season

Best Terrain
Purgatory Resort

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Loveland Basin Ski Area

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Purgatory Resort

0.5h from DRO

Best Village Vibe
Purgatory Resort

Pleasant base area

Loveland Basin Ski Area
Colorado, United States
$$
Purgatory Resort
Colorado, USA
$$Ikon

Family

Ski School Age
-
3+
Full-Day Program
-
Beginner Terrain
5.0
8.0
Walkability
5.0
7.0
Village Vibe
5.0
7.0

Mountain

Vertical
2,022'
2,029'
Skiable Area
0 ac
1,635 ac
Green Runs
17%
23%
Trails
92
105
Lifts
7
11

Getting There

Airport
DEN
DRO
Drive Time
2h
0.5h
Road Ease
5.0
8.0

Cost

Passes
None
Ikon
Day Pass
$0
$149
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Moderate
Grocery
Spa
Pool

Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Loveland Basin Ski Area

114"

avg season

2024-25 season

107.6" total

94%

Purgatory Resort

118"

avg season

2024-25 season

88" total

75%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
118"59"0"
Loveland Basin Ski Area
Purgatory Resort

Key Insights

Purgatory Resort excels for families prioritizing beginner terrain.

Key Differences

  • Purgatory Resort's beginner terrain score (8.0) exceeds Loveland Basin Ski Area's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Purgatory Resort's walkability score (7.0) exceeds Loveland Basin Ski Area's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing walkability
  • Purgatory Resort's family village atmosphere score (7.0) exceeds Loveland Basin Ski Area's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing family village experience
  • Purgatory Resort offers more terrain variety (1,635 acres vs 0 acres)

Best For

Loveland Basin Ski Area

  • Budget-conscious families

Purgatory Resort

  • Families with first-time skiers (excellent beginner terrain)
  • Those seeking a walkable village experience
  • Families wanting a charming, kid-friendly atmosphere

More Comparisons

Explore More