Angel Fire Resort Ski Resort
# 1Family Friendly in North America
# 1Beginner Terrain in United States
# 1Intermediate Terrain in New Mexico
All ReviewsOverview
Host to the Shovel Racing World Championships and home of the Big Ol’ Texas Weekend, New Mexico’s Angel Fire Resort accommodates skiers and riders of all ages and abilities. The mountain features an abundance of trails with terrain parks and excellent tree skiing.
The resort is located near Angel Fire, New Mexico, and is home to terrain that spans over 560 acres. The base village sits at 8,600 ft and is host to multiple restaurants, ski rentals and ski schools. The ski area also features an extensive snowmaking system.
Where Is Angel Fire Resort Located?
Angel Fire ski resort is near two major airports: Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF). There’s also an airport three miles from the resort: Angel Fire Airport (AXX). Shuttle services and rental cars are available from all major airports.
Inside Scoop
Angel Fire Resort is an excellent year-round mountain destination. Additional winter activities include snowmobiling, tubing, sledding, ice fishing and sleigh rides. The resort also provides lift-accessed mountain bike trails during the summer. Other summer activities include ziplining, golfing, scenic chairlift rides, tennis and playing in the lake.
Advanced skiers should hike to C-4 trail, which is a black diamond trail featuring a 1,000-foot vertical drop. Angel Fire is the only New Mexico resort to offer night skiing as well as night access to the terrain parks.
Restaurants
Breakfast
- The Bakery & Café at Angel Fire serves breakfast all day long, and you can even order food to go if you’re in a rush. 3420 Mountain View Boulevard, Angel Fire, NM 87710
Lunch
- Hail’s Holy Smoked BBQ specializes in Texas-style BBQ, smoked over a blend of oak, hickory, apple and mesquite. 3400 -F Mountain View Boulevard, Angel Fire, NM 87710
Dinner
- Mikuna Grill features Peruvian favorites as well as twists on comfort foods. 48 N Angel Fire Road, Angel Fire, NM 87710
Après/Nightlife
- Enchanted Circle Brewing Company has live music on Saturdays as well as craft beers on tap. 20 Sage Lane, Angel Fire, NM 87710
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
41"
26"
17"
9"
0"
8"
Nov
30"
Dec
28"
Jan
34"
Feb
23"
Mar
0"
Apr
Terrain Overview
22%
Beginners Runs
56%
Intermediate Runs
22%
Advanced Runs
81
Runs in Total
3 mi
Longest Run
560 ac
Skiable Terrain
50 ac
Night Skiing
230 ac
Snow Making
Total Lifts: 7
2
High Speed Quads
3
Double Chairs
2
Surface Lifts
Elevation
10677'
Summit
2077'
Vertical Drop
8600'
Base
Important Dates
December 15, 20232023/12/15
Projected Opening
March 17, 20242024/03/17
Projected Closing
100
Projected Days Open
101
Days Open Last Year
57
Years Open
210"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
Angel Fire Resort
P.O. Box 130
87710 Angel Fire, New Mexico
United States
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