Taos Overview

Taos Ski Valley

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Taos Ski Valley blends Swiss/French/Austrian founders' roots with the traditions and customs of the local Hispanic and Pueblo Indian cultures and comes up with something unique and almost magical. Home of extreme skiing in the U.S., Taos' terrain was first tamed by founder Ernie Blake. But, it is not just a resort for experts, having loads of beginner and intermediate runs, and one of the nation's best ski schools. It also has an excellent children's day care and ski facility, some superb lodges, and beautiful scenery. Its hike-to terrain is world-famous, but don't come to party all night - most people are too tired after a day on the slopes to rock 'n' roll after sunset, though the venerable charms of the Hotel St. Bernard's bar always await. Taos used to be skiers' only, but no more. Snowboarders are welcome.

Elevation

Summit

12481 Ft.
Vertical Drop

3244 Ft.
Base

9237 Ft.

Terrain

Beginner Runs

24%

Intermediate Runs

25%

Advanced Runs

31%

Expert Runs

20%

Longest Run

2.0

Skiable Terrain

1294

Snow Making

N/A

Lifts

Total Number Of Lifts: 13
Gondolas & Trams: 0
High Speed Sixes: 0
High Speed Quads: 0
Quad Chairs: 4
Triple Chairs: 1
Double Chairs: 5
Surface Lifts: 3

Contact Details

P.O. Box 90

Taos Ski Valley, 87525

Phone: (575) 776-2291

tsv@skitaos.org

Important Dates

Projected Days Open: 131

Days Open Last Year: 137

Years Open: 57

Average Snowfall: 305

Taos Reviews

by brokenrx7 Dec 21, 2011
- Overall Rating 4.0
- Family Friendly 3.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 4.0
- Terrain Park 2.0
- Nightlife 3.0
The Best in New Mexico, but not for everyone.

Pros: Steep terrain, Bumps, Easy bowl/chute access, no crowds or lines.
Cons: Shorter runs, Bumps, steep, limited selection of terrain.
by lacanadio Dec 20, 2011
- Overall Rating 5.0
- Family Friendly 5.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 5.0
- Terrain Park 2.0
- Nightlife 1.0
Taos is a four letter word for steep

Pros: Challenging terrain, laid back, no crowds, great skiing
Cons: Not many if you're interested in serious skiing
by meattray Nov 29, 2011
- Overall Rating 5.0
- Family Friendly 5.0
- All Mtn. Terrain 5.0
- Terrain Park 4.0
- Nightlife 3.0
steep and fun

Pros: great terrain,friendly staff,no crowds,
Cons: no big hotels or commercial restaurants