Purgatory Mushroom Festival - Mushroom Foray

Sat, September 5, 2026
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  
DESCRIPTION
Join expert guides who will lead you around the forests above Purgatory Resort on a mycological adventure! These woods are known for having a wide variety of mushrooms. During the hunt, the guides will educate you about edible vs. non-edible mushrooms, techniques for finding mushrooms, and any other questions you have. Complimentary wine and snacks are included.

Guests will meet in the plaza at 9:00 am to check in and sign waivers. At 9:10 am, guests and guides will head to the Purgatory Express (lift one), take the scenic ride up, and explore the wooded area behind the top terminal of lift one for a fun mycological adventure. Afterwards, complimentary wine, refreshments, and light snacks will be provided at the Durango Mountain Institute patio.

The guided foray is open to all ages.

  Not a free event
DATE & TIME
Sat, September 5, 2026
9:00am - 1:00pm
  
LOCATION
Purgatory Resort
1 Skier Place
Durango, CO  81301
LOCATION
Purgatory Resort
1 Skier Place
Durango, CO  81301