Taos ski area, Sangre De Cristo Mountains, New Mexico

Taos ski area, Sangre De Cristo Mountains, New Mexico

This ski mountain gets heavier snowfall than the local average each snow season. You have to go 473 miles to get to a ski mountain with a greater vertical drop. Taos has a lot of ski runs and enough ski lifts to serve them all. This ski mountain boasts so much snow, 25 feet per year, and that is one of the finest characteristics of this ski mountain. Taos has a much higher than average fraction of challenging trails and a much lower than average fraction of intermediate or beginner trails. This ski mountain has a height

    difference of 2,612 feet which is ample for a delightful top to bottom run. All of the 12 ski lifts make for a comforting ride up the slope. Winter in the mountains of New Mexico and fantastic runs make the journey here worthwhile. The peaks of New Mexico covered
in white snow are something you can’t leave out if by chance you're keen on skiing or snowboarding. This is an average size ski hill featuring an average altitude difference compared to other US Rockies ski mountains. On this slope you'll bump into 94 different slopes; it's a wonderful assortment. In view of the fact that you're on this net page you are probably into skiing or snowboarding, either way, this neighborhood has lots of ski resorts. Some of the Taos ski trails may injure you easily; so do examine your bindings.

Please refer to the ski run map of Taos on this page for info. With such a good size ski terrain, 1,200 acres in all you won't lack skiable area. Skiing and snowboarding here in New Mexico is scores of fun the whole season. There are several magnificent hotels near the bottom area, but do book a room before you go given that it is a very popular destination. The peaks of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains make for a great scenery. Skiing here at Taos always an enjoyable experience where lots of the ski slopes push the limits of even the most excellent skiers. Getting a little tremendous exercise and getting out of the house for a while tops anything. The peaks of the Sangre De Cristo Mountains in wintertime are a pure skiing or snowboarding heaven. Taos is a brilliant ski hill with loads of different ski slopes; it's just not possible to get bored here.

Coordinates:
Latitude: 36.595068
Longitude: -105.450516

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QUICK STATS
Elevation drop: 2,612 feet
Expert and advanced runs: 51 %
Intermediate runs: 25 %
Beginner runs: 24 %
Runs: 94
Lifts: 12
Annual snowfall: 25 feet
Skiing Area: 1,200 acres
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Taos ski area Trail Map:

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These outdoors activities are available near Taos ski area.

Ski Areas Near Taos ski area:

Red River, New Mexico , 7 miles away
   1600 vertical feet
   58 runs - 7 lifts
   30% Expert & Adv.
   38% Intermediate
   32% Beginner

Ski Rio, New Mexico , 15 miles away
   2150 vertical feet
   111 runs - 10 lifts
   20% Expert & Adv.
   50% Intermediate
   30% Beginner

Angel Fire, New Mexico , 17 miles away
   2077 vertical feet
   67 runs - 6 lifts
   21% Expert & Adv.
   48% Intermediate
   31% Beginner

Sipapu Ski, New Mexico , 25 miles away
   1055 vertical feet
   31 runs - 4 lifts
   35% Expert & Adv.
   45% Intermediate
   20% Beginner

Eldora, Colorado , 47 miles away
   1600 vertical feet
   53 runs - 12 lifts
   35% Expert & Adv.
   43% Intermediate
   22% Beginner

Ski Santa Fe, New Mexico , 51 miles away
   1703 vertical feet
   43 runs - 8 lifts
   40% Expert & Adv.
   40% Intermediate
   20% Beginner

Pajarito Mountain, New Mexico , 76 miles away
   1410 vertical feet
   37 runs - 7 lifts
   30% Expert & Adv.
   50% Intermediate
   20% Beginner

Sandia Peak, New Mexico , 102 miles away
   1700 vertical feet
   35 runs - 7 lifts
   10% Expert & Adv.
   55% Intermediate
   35% Beginner

Wolf Creek, Colorado , 105 miles away
   1604 vertical feet
   77 runs - 7 lifts
   45% Expert & Adv.
   35% Intermediate
   20% Beginner

Monarch, Colorado , 123 miles away
   1171 vertical feet
   54 runs - 5 lifts
   42% Expert & Adv.
   37% Intermediate
   21% Beginner

Whitewater Near Taos ski area:

Red River, -blank- County , 16 miles away, Class IV+ - 14 miles long (Highway 515 to Dunn Bridge)

Rio Grande, Taos/Rio Arriba County , 17 miles away, Class V - 6 miles long (Chiflo Campground to Little Arsenic Trail)

Rio Grande, Taos/Rio Arriba County , 17 miles away, Class II-III - 8 miles long (Red River confluence to John Dunn Bridge)

Trails Near Taos ski area:

Number 3 Lift Trail, Taos , 0 miles away

Twining Blue Lake Trail, Taos , 3 miles away

Lost Lake Trail, Taos , 4 miles away

National Parks Near Taos ski area:

Fort Union National Monument, Watrous - NM , 45 miles away

Santa Fe National Historic Trail, Santa Fe - NM , 57 miles away