A short shuttle takes you up to Purgatory Village and the base of the slopes. January 23, 2012 by Matt ThomasA short shuttle takes you up to Purgatory Village and the base of the slopes. Durango Ski Resort About Matt Thomas Matt is an avid writer and explorer, who loves to showcase his home state of Colorado. His favorite place to be is right here in the Centennial State. Previous Post:A short shuttle takes you up to Purgatory Village and the base of the slopes.