Taos Ski Valley
New Mexico, USA
High, steep and sunny New Mexico skiing with a European flavor and a 12,481-ft summit.
Taos Ski Valley is a steep, high-altitude gem hidden in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of New Mexico. Famous for challenging terrain, incredible fall lines, and a historic European ski culture, TSV offers some of the most technical inbounds skiing in North America. The combination of high elevation (12,481 ft summit), desert sun, and legendary steeps like Al's Run make this a bucket-list destination for expert skiers.
Taos Ski Valley at a glance
- Base elevation: 9,350 ft
- Summit elevation: 12,481 ft
- Vertical drop: 3,131 ft
- Skiable terrain: 1,294 acres
- 110 runs and 13 lifts
- Average annual snowfall: 300 inches
- Ski passes: Ikon Pass, Mountain Collective
- Nearest major airport: ABQ
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