New Mexico, United States

Taos Ski Valley Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 110 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain

12,481ft

Peak Elevation

3,274ft

Vertical Drop

110

Trails

305"

Annual Snow

Overview

Taos Ski Valley is a ski resort in New Mexico, United States, with an elevation range from 9,207ft (2806m) to 12,481ft (3804m). The vertical drop is 3,274ft (998m) across 110 trails served by 14 lifts and 1,294 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Albuquerque International (ABQ), about 150 minutes away by car. Taos Ski Valley receives an average of 305 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Early April

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Early April

Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

85cm(33in)Heavy

Average snowfall in January, Taos Ski Valley's snowiest peak-season month.

305"

Annual Snowfall

(775cm)

-4°C

January Avg High

-13°C

January Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 22% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

305"

annual avg

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

110

Total Trails

Lifts

1,294

Skiable Acres

3,274ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

24%

Beginner: 26 trails

25%

Intermediate: 28 trails

25%

Advanced: 28 trails

26%

Expert: 29 trails

24%Beginner (26)

25%Intermediate (28)

25%Advanced (28)

26%Expert (29)

Taos Ski Valley has 110 trails: 24% green, 25% blue, 25% black, and 26% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 51% of the terrain at Taos Ski Valley.

Lift System & Elevation

Total Lifts

3,274ft

Vertical Drop

998m

(3,274ft)

Elevation Profile

12,481ft

Peak

9,207ft

Base

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$152

avg/day

$165

Jan

$165

Feb

$149

Mar

$129

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

$129

Nov

$175

Dec

Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: April ($129)

Best Month to Visit Taos Ski Valley

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallLow crowdsPeak conditions

score

85cm

Low

$165/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Taos Ski Valley, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 85cm. Crowd levels are low.

Open

55cm

snowfall

-2°/-11°

high/low °C

crowds

$175

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Taos Ski Valley.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$149

per day

Season Pass

$999

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Ikon

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Taos Ski Valley is included on the Ikon pass.

Getting to Taos Ski Valley

Nearest Airport

Albuquerque International (ABQ)

Approx. 150 min drive

Location

New Mexico, United States 🇺🇸

36.5945°N, 105.4536°W

The drive from Albuquerque International to Taos Ski Valley takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Taos Ski Valley open for the season?

Taos Ski Valley typically opens in Late November and closes in Early April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Taos Ski Valley?

A day lift pass at Taos Ski Valley starts at $149 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Taos Ski Valley good for beginners?

Taos Ski Valley has 24% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Taos Ski Valley get per year?

Taos Ski Valley receives an average of 305 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 22% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Taos Ski Valley?

January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Taos Ski Valley in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 85cm of snowfall and low crowd levels.

Overview

Terrain & Trails

110

Total Trails

Lifts

1,294

Skiable Acres

3,274ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

24%

Beginner: 26 trails

25%

Intermediate: 28 trails

25%

Advanced: 28 trails

26%

Expert: 29 trails

24%Beginner (26)

25%Intermediate (28)

25%Advanced (28)

26%Expert (29)

Taos Ski Valley has 110 trails: 24% green, 25% blue, 25% black, and 26% double-black. Black and double-black trails make up 51% of the terrain at Taos Ski Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Taos Ski Valley open for the season?

Taos Ski Valley typically opens in Late November and closes in Early April. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.

How much is a day lift pass at Taos Ski Valley?

A day lift pass at Taos Ski Valley starts at $149 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.

Is Taos Ski Valley good for beginners?

Taos Ski Valley has 24% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.

How much snow does Taos Ski Valley get per year?

Taos Ski Valley receives an average of 305 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 22% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

What is the best month to ski at Taos Ski Valley?