The Purgatory Faux'teener Challenge

The Purgatory Faux'teener Challenge

Colorado’s “59th fourteener.” It’s not a real peak. But your legs won’t know that. Purgatory Resort invites you to take on the Purgatory Faux'teener Challenge - a one-day endurance event that dares participants to climb 14,000 vertical feet without ever leaving the resort. Modeled after high-altitude “Everesting”-style events, this course takes you from the base area to the top of Lift 1 repeatedly, until you’ve earned that symbolic 14,000-foot summit. Whether you’re pushing yourself solo or splitting the grind with teammates, the Faux'teener is a true test of grit, stamina, and determination. With multiple class categories, short-course options, and relay divisions, it’s a challenge for everyone - from the hardcore to the just-curious. The Faux'teener is more than just an endurance event - it’s a personal summit. Whether you’re chasing a milestone, testing your limits, or teaming up for a challenge with friends or family, this is an unforgettable way to close out summer in the San Juans. You’ll earn bragging rights, push your boundaries, and experience the kind of mountain challenge you won’t find anywhere else in the region.