Taos Ski Valley Details and Photos
Taos Ski Valley, NM (Directions)
Last Updated: 2/11/2012 11:25 PM
Overview
- 14 Beginner
- 17 Intermediate
- 34 Advanced
- 22 Expert
Taos Ski Valley blends Swiss/French/Austrian founders' roots with the traditions and customs of the local Hispanic and Pueblo Indian cultures and comes up with something unique and almost magical. Home of extreme skiing in the U.S., Taos' terrain was first tamed by founder Ernie Blake. But, it is not just a resort for experts, having loads of beginner and intermediate... runs, and one of the nation's best ski schools. It also has an excellent children's day care and ski facility, some superb lodges, and beautiful scenery. Its hike-to terrain is world-famous, but don't come to party all night - most people are too tired after a day on the slopes to rock 'n' roll after sunset, though the venerable charms of the Hotel St. Bernard's bar always await.
Taos used to be skiers' only, but no more. Snowboarders are welcome. Read more
Taos used to be skiers' only, but no more. Snowboarders are welcome. Read more
Operations
Status
Open
Lifts Open/Total
13 of 13
Weekday Hours
Mon-Fri: 9a-4p
Trails Open/Total
110 of 110
Weekend Hours
Sat/Sun: 9a-4p
Stats & Conditions
Base Elevation
9,207 ft
24-hr Snowfall
0"
Vertical Drop
2,612 ft
Avg Base Depth
54-75"
Peak Elevation
11,819 ft
Photos
Taos Ski Valley Logo
Taos Ski Valley Trail Map
Reviews & Tips (18)
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I went last year and am stoked for an upcoming trip in only 11 days!! Last time there, I experienced three great things! First - the atmosphere was fun and lively Second - very little to NO wait in lift lines (but three lifts were down) and Third - my goPro had fallen off and I was bummed until this cool old dude came by and said "You looking for this?". Turns out, he is a carpenter that built all of the benches at the Bavarian. I took him for a reward beer and he introduced me to some really cool people which made my apres ski fantastic!
The terrain park was fun and good for riders/skiers of interm to advanced. Two knuckles on the booters were >20 feet. FUN!
See ya in two weeks! Party at the Sierra Del Sol!
written Jan 24 2012 - 12:37 AM
The snow was great, Monday was a bit windy but Tuesday was amazing. George one of my instructors helped me make quite a few breakthroughs that will keep me on my board. All staff is super friendly and willing to help.. No lines at all
written Jan 19 2012 - 04:19 AM
One of the toughest mountains to ski, but definitely one of the better skiing atmospheres I've been around. The snow was decent, staff was great and no issues with lifts. Never had to stand in any lines, just ski and ride. We are returning customers, and will return as soon as possible.
written Jan 14 2012 - 08:24 PM
Just returned the snow is great - NO LINES at all even over Christmas week - Friendly staff - Cheap prices for drinks and food - Lodging in Taos is very reasonable - What more can you ask - Great Skiing and prices that make skiing affordable for a family - You can keep Colorado ( Except Wolf Creek ) and thier RIDICULOUS PRICES and resorts that GOUGE you every chance they get - MY MONEY will stay in NEW MEXICO
written Jan 01 2012 - 08:30 AM
Me and my wife have just returned from Taos Ski Valley right after Christmas and we hit it perfect. Taos Ski Valley has currently the most snow of all the resorts in the USA. Take advantage of it if you can and go!
written Dec 28 2011 - 02:08 PM
Skied Taos opening day and the snow was already great. Best opening day experience I've had. Since then I see they received over two feet of new snow. Can't wait to go back at Christmas. All the staff is top notch. No wonder their ski school is rated so high. Some of these people have been instructors for over 25 years. Great variety of runs.
written Dec 19 2011 - 02:13 PM
Incredible snow this season (Skied Dec 18, 2011) with lots coming tonight. Big base and everything is open. As an expert skier this place is fantastic, the variety and steeps are awesome. As for beginers, skiing with my 7 and 9 years olds there is fantastic too, we went all over. Had lunch on the deck of the bavarian - don't miss this. Skiing there is truly a great european skiing experience. No lines, friendly lift ops. Drove back to denver in 4 hours. This is the best kept secret in skiing.
written Dec 19 2011 - 02:11 PM
Had a great trip last weekend (March 17-20, 2011). Very much a spring skiing experience, so needed the sunscreen. If you are in good shape and a reasonable skier and it's a nice day, hike Kachina Peak (~45 min). The ride down is not as difficult as the hike up. Then head to the Bavarian at the bottom of Lift 4 and order a liter of Spaten Optimator. You are worth it!
written Mar 26 2011 - 08:19 AM
Wish there had been more snow, but you can't have a bad time at TSV. I wish I was on the deck @ the St. Bernard eating a burger right now. Caught a great sale on boots at the BootDoctor (they really work with you to get a great fit). Also, was our 1st time to use Liftopia--worked like a charm.
written Mar 22 2011 - 11:53 AM
Spring time slush at the bottom but it's 50 F
that's expected 3rd time to the mountain great fun. Lift tickets were waiting thanks Liftopia
written Mar 21 2011 - 04:16 PM
I had only skied at Taos when there was just man-made snow on 2 runs in early December. What a wonderful mountain. Because this is a la nina year there is not a ton of snow, but the bump runs are still wonderful (and challenging) and the intermediate runs do ski like other areas' expert runs. In an el nino year, with lots of snow, this place would be awesome. And since I've just moved from Chicago to Albuquerque I'll get to find out.
written Mar 02 2011 - 05:54 PM
Great time with 11 guys from college...great snow, great mountain, great times at the Bavarian. The steeps are awesome!
written Feb 28 2011 - 12:34 PM
Diana Webb
Intermediate Skier
I only ski once a year or so, and I hadn't in over 2 years, so I chose Taos this time, where I first learned to ski way back in the 80's. Taos is great for solid intermediate skiers because their blues are more like most other places' blacks, making them more fun and challenging.
Town is great also. Recommend the Chow Cart for breakfast. Also try 5 Star Burgers for dinner. For a real treat, try Graham's Grill. Pricey but worth it.
written Feb 21 2011 - 08:22 AM
The skiing was amazing as we lucked out with 20" over the week. Truly a skiiers mountain. St. Bernard and Rhodas have good food and reasonable prices for lunch/apres. No line ups when we went first week of Feb. Big mountain with small line ups and incredible charm
written Feb 15 2011 - 09:18 AM
