Purg Plunge Zipline

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Take the Plunge and Elevate Your Summer Adventures! 
Purgatory Plunge Zipline, opening June 24th, 2011.

Take one part incredible scenic views, add in some cables, harnesses, trolleys and helmets; connect it to the tallest tower in Durango and what does it produce?  Screams of delight, heart-thumping exhilaration with breathtaking views from Durango Mountain Resort’s new zipline, called the “Purgatory Plunge.” 

The Purgatory Plunge is named for the sensation of literally “plunging” off the tower as zipliners experience both vertical and horizontal motion.  The adventure starts near the top of the Purgatory Village tower in the resort’s main plaza and features two parallel ziplines that stretch over Purgy’s Bear Bar and the “Purgatory Beach.”  Soar for more than the length of a professional football field at speeds in excess of 35 mph. 

The Purgatory Plunge is open year-round, coinciding with resort hours of operation.  For a different take on Après Ski, thrill-seekers can zip over skiers and spectators on the Beach.  In the summer, soar over mountain bikers, hikers and patio diners.  And the spectacular fall colors will never look so incredible as thrill-seekers fly past streaks of brilliant gold, orange, yellow and green.

The Purgatory Plunge costs just $25. Guests purchasing a summer Total Adventure Ticket or daily winter lift ticket can save $5 off the Plunge.  Season Pass holders also save $5 per ride.  Guests taking a second lap on the Plunge will save $5 starting with the second ride.

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• Persons under the influence of alcohol or illegal drugs or substances cannot participate and will be ejected from the property without a refund. Other conditions prohibiting participation include pregnancy, participants with recent, reoccurring or existing injuries, serious muscular skeletal disorders, epilepsy or seizure disorders which condition prohibits them from operating motor vehicles, or heart conditions that could require immediate medical attention.

• Children must be 7 years of age and weigh a minimum of 50 pounds and must be able to participate and make decisions independent from their parent or guardian. Participants may not weigh more than 240 pounds.

• No loose clothing or accessories (cell phones, cameras, purses, etc.) are permitted. Secure footwear is required.

• You are responsible for your own safety. If you have problems with your ability to perform any portion of the activities, you are responsible for asking for assistance. If you cannot perform any part of the activity, you are responsible for stopping and informing the DMR staff member that you cannot proceed.

• You are responsible for your equipment. If you have problems with your equipment or witness other guests potentially creating an unsafe situation with their equipment, you are responsible for reporting the incident to any staff member immediately.

• You must be physically fit to participate. You must be able to perform the following activities: walk up and down hills; climb up and down stairs; fit into a harness; have reasonable arm and leg strength; and stand and swing in the air without passing out, vomiting, becoming seriously ill, or hyperventilating.

• Management reserves the right to refuse to allow you to participate if management deems you unfit to participate due to the stated guidelines or due to your physical limitations or undisclosed physical health reasons, with no refunds.

• If you or your minor opts not to participate there are no refunds. If a minor opts not to participate and requires supervision on the premises, it is the parent's/ legal guardian's responsibility to attend to the minor.