‘Purgatory Resort’ replaces Durango Mountain Resort

· Feb. 26, 2015, 5:58 pm

A local resident and businessman has finalized his purchase of Durango Mountain Resort in southwestern Colorado and says he is changing the name to Purgatory Resort — a nod to the ski area's historical name.

The Durango Herald reports James Coleman closed the deal with a group of longtime owners Wednesday. Financial terms were not disclosed.

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