Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area

About

Chapman Hill Ice Rink and Ski Area is a moderate, in-town ski facility located in Durango, Colorado. Situated at 6,572 feet elevation, the ski area offers 500 vertical feet of terrain. The slopes are maintained using snowmaking and feature expert grooming, two rope tows, a bumps course, and park features. The facility operates from November through April, with typical visits lasting about two hours. Parking is available on-site, and the area is generally pet friendly, though unleashed dogs are asked to stay off the groomed snow during operating hours. Uphill travel is permitted via the perimeter road, but skinning up through the middle of the hill is prohibited when the snowcat is operating or during peak hours. The site also houses a refrigerated ice rink that hosts public skating, drop-in hockey, figure skating programs, and adult leagues. Roller skating is available on the same surface during the summer months. Ski and snowboard lessons for all ages and skill levels are offered, typically beginning in December and continuing through February. Concessions and skate rentals are available at the facility.