The state of New Mexico offers residents and tourists an opportunity to ski on its various mountains. Because the state has warm weather much of the year, the resorts often have to make a lot of their snow during the winter. In addition to skiing, these resorts also have lodging accommodations and dining establishments for guests.
The Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort was founded in 1952 and has the longest ski season in New Mexico. The resort is open from November to April each year. For families with no skiing experience, the resort offers three free skiing lessons to help guide beginners and prepare them for the slopes. There are 41 trails on the mountain, with 20 percent for beginners, 40 percent for intermediate skiers, 24 percent for advanced skiers and 16 percent for experts.
Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort
Highway 518
Route Box 29
Vadito, NM 87579
800-587-2240
sipapunm.com
The Angel Fire Resort offers families an opportunity to participate in daytime and nighttime skiing. Seventy-four trails are available for beginner, intermediate and advanced skiers. The mountain opens for skiing in mid-December and closes in late-March each year. Tubing is available at the resort for children and adults who are unable to ski.
Angel Fire Resort
P.O. Box 130
10 Miller Lane
Angel Fire, NM 87710
575-377-6401
angelfireresort.com
The Taos Ski Valley Resort offers beginning, intermediate and expert slopes for skiers and snowboarders of all levels. The resort has an adult sports school that provides individuals and families an opportunity to improve their skiing ability. The Kids Center offers children and teenagers a chance to build their confidence on the slopes and participate in other indoor and outdoor activities.
Taos Ski Valley Resort
P.O. Box 90
Taos Ski Valley, NM 87525
866-968-7386
skitaos.org
