New Mexico Ski Resorts

New Mexico ski resorts benefit from an abundance of light snow as well as bluebird days, thanks to their location in the southern portion of the Rocky Mountains.

Taos Ski Valley prides itself on being a rugged, authentic place for skiers to challenge themselves, thanks in large part to the skiing and snowboarding that can be accessed from 12,481 foot Kachina Peak. Head 30 minutes to the east, and you’ll find Angel Fire Resort, known for an abundance of beginner and intermediate terrain as well as quality terrain parks – the perfect place for skiing in New Mexico.

Sandia Peak, located just outside of Albuquerque, is New Mexico’s oldest ski and snowboard resort and is accessed via an aerial tram that offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Ski Apache in southeastern New Mexico is owned by the Mescalero Apache Native America Tribe.

Which New Mexico Ski Resorts Are Best for Families?

The best ski resorts for families and beginners include the following:

• Taos Ski Valley


• Ski Santa Fe


• Angel Fire

Which New Mexico Ski Resorts Are Closest to Texas?

Ski Apache and Ski Cloudcroft are the two closest ski resorts to Texas. From El Paso, it’s less than two hours to Ski Cloudcroft and three hours to Ski Apache.

Click on any resort below to find out ski and snow reports for New Mexico resorts, or click on the other tabs for information on New Mexico resort stats, chairlifts or user reviews of New Mexico ski areas.