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Taos Ski Valley Overview

http://www.skitaos.org (575) 776-2291

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Taos Ski Valley

Taos Ski Valley is know for its rugged, authentic terrain in the Sangre de Cristo mountain range of New Mexico. Skiers and riders looking to challenge themselves have access to 12,481 foot Kachina Peak, where steep chutes and bowls await. Skiers and snowboarders of the beginner and intermediate variety also have something to look forward to at Taos, with miles of meticulously maintained groomers and cruisers. Taos averages 305 inches of annual snowfall and 300+ days of sunsine along with 1,294 acres of skiable terrain. The town of Taos offers tons of dining and nightlife as well as lodging specials. 

Elevation

  • Summit
    12481ft
  • Vertical Drop
    3243ft
  • Base
    9237ft

Terrain

Beginner Runs

15%

Intermediate Runs

16%

Advanced Runs

31%

Expert Runs

38%

Terrain Parks

2

Longest Run

3 MILES

Skiable Terrain

1294 ACRE

Lifts

  • Total Number Of Lifts: 14
  • Gondolas & Trams: 0
  • Eight Person Lifts: 0
  • High Speed Sixes: 0
  • High Speed Quads: 0
  • Quad Chairs: 4
  • Triple Chairs: 2
  • Double Chairs: 5
  • Surface Lifts: 3

Tourist Office

P.O. Box 90

87525 Taos Ski Valley

New Mexico

United States

Phone: (575) 776-2291

tsv@skitaos.org

Taos Ski Valley Website Tourist office

Important Dates

Projected Opening Ski Season: 11/22/2012

Projected Closing Ski Season: 04/07/2013

Projected Days Open: 131

Days Open Last Year: 137

Years Open: 58

Average Snowfall: 305"

Taos Ski Valley Reviews

  • by alanmoroney 9th March 2013
    • Overall Rating 5
    • Family Friendly 5
    • All Mtn. Terrain 5
    • Terrain Park 0
    • Nightlife 5

    Amazing ski heaven, in a cultural oasis

    Pros: Long Runs, views, steep
    Cons: Too many lifts without safety bars & footrests

     
  • by huwie 7th February 2013
    • Overall Rating 5
    • Family Friendly 4
    • All Mtn. Terrain 5
    • Terrain Park 5
    • Nightlife 5

    Epic Skiing

    Pros: Steep, Great Snow, Short Lift Lines
    Cons: None

     
  • by DMC806 28th January 2013
    • Overall Rating 5
    • Family Friendly 5
    • All Mtn. Terrain 5
    • Terrain Park 5
    • Nightlife 3

    GREAT EVEN BEFORE NEW SNOW

    Pros: great place for skiing partiers go to Colorado
    Cons: nothing

     
  • by themarmot 14th January 2013
    • Overall Rating 4
    • Family Friendly 4
    • All Mtn. Terrain 4
    • Terrain Park 2
    • Nightlife 2

    Great terrain, serious shredders. Where's the snow?

    Pros: Amazing terrain, views and very unique mountain culture
    Cons: Very little snow, a season here and you'll need new knees

     

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The Martini Tree is the center of the apres scene at Taos.
Old trail signs litter the walls of the Martini Tree.
Jimmy Stadler is the music man of Taos.
Old trail signs litter the walls of the Martini Tree.

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Towes Ski Valley, Tows Ski Valley

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