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Taos Ski Valley

Location

Taos County

United States

36° 34' 14.3724" N, 105° 27' 54.1548" W

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General info:

Taos Ski Valley is know for it's rugged, authentic terrain in the Sangre de Cristo mountain range of New Mexico. Skiers and riders looking to challenge themselves have access to 12,481 foot Kachina Peak, where steep chutes and bowls await. Skiers and snowboarders of the beginner and intermediate variety also have something to look forward to at Taos, with miles of meticulously maintained groomers and cruisers. Taos averages 305 inches of annual snowfall and 300+ days of sunsine along with 1,294 acres of skiable terrain. The town of Taos offers tons of dining and nightlife as well as lodging specials.

BASE: 9237ft
SUMMIT: 12481ft
VERTICAL DROP: 3243ft

NO. OF. LIFTS: 14
Gondolas: 0
Chairs: 11
Surface: 3

Costs:

DAY PASS ADULTS weekday: US$75.00
DAY PASS CHILDREN weekday: US$45.00
DAY PASS ADULTS weekend: US$75.00
DAY PASS CHILDREN weekend: US$45.00
6 DAYS ADULTS: US$432.00

We recommend to confirm the latest prices from the resorts website as the prices might have changed after last update.

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