Sangre de Cristo Mountains, northern New Mexico
Taos Ski Valley
Taos Ski Valley combines an alpine village and a mountain known for steep terrain with a dedicated beginner program. Skiers and snowboarders are both welcome; the resort's former ski-only identity should not guide a current trip or a friend's choice of equipment.
- Northern New Mexico alpine village
- Pioneer learning area
- Skiers and snowboarders welcome
Taos Ski Valley snow forecast
Forecast
Issued
No snow in this forecast through Sat, Nov 14, 2026 (night). Higher terrain can differ.
- Sun, Nov 8, 2026High 47°F (8°C)Low 25°F (-4°C)
Sunny
Night: Clear
Wind from the north, 0 to 5 mph (0 to 8 km/h)
- Mon, Nov 9, 2026High 50°F (10°C)Low 28°F (-2°C)
Sunny
Night: Clear
Wind from the northwest, 0 to 5 mph (0 to 8 km/h)
- Tue, Nov 10, 2026High 48°F (9°C)Low 30°F (-1°C)
Sunny
Night: Mostly Clear
Wind from the west, 5 to 10 mph (8 to 16 km/h)
- Wed, Nov 11, 2026High 49°F (9°C)Low 28°F (-2°C)
Sunny
Night: Mostly Clear
Wind from the northwest, 0 to 10 mph (0 to 16 km/h)
- Thu, Nov 12, 2026High 49°F (9°C)Low 29°F (-2°C)
Sunny
Night: Mostly Clear
Wind from the west, 0 to 5 mph (0 to 8 km/h)
- Fri, Nov 13, 2026High 47°F (8°C)Low 28°F (-2°C)
Sunny
Night: Mostly Clear
Wind from the northwest, 5 mph (8 km/h)
- Sat, Nov 14, 2026High 46°F (8°C)Low 29°F (-2°C)
Mostly Sunny
Night: Partly Cloudy
Wind from the northwest, 5 mph (8 km/h)
Forecast for the resort’s coordinates from National Weather Service (opens in a new tab). Conditions vary with elevation. It is a weather forecast, not an avalanche or terrain assessment. Leaving the ski area boundary? Check the regional avalanche forecast (opens in a new tab). Times are the resort’s local time.
Forecast source: National Weather Service. Check the update time and the resort's current operating report before confirming your day.
Terrain and ability at Taos Ski Valley
Pioneer is a learning area, while moving farther up the mountain brings different challenges. The official guide stresses that trail ratings are relative to Taos and may feel different from other resorts. Use the school's ability guidance and current map before following experienced friends onto advanced terrain.
Getting to Taos Ski Valley
Highway 150 ends at Taos Ski Valley, and Gila Lot is the first parking lot on the right as you arrive. Uber and Lyft are not currently available in Taos, so plan a rental car or one of the local transportation options the resort lists. Check NMRoads before leaving.
Arrival, bases and lessons
Taos Rentals is near Lift 1, but lesson and children's program check-in should follow the exact booking instructions. Collect tickets and gear before the on-snow meeting, and check the resort's winter arrival and road information before leaving the town of Taos.
Plan a meetup at Taos Ski Valley
Choose a specific village or school landmark for the first meeting, then schedule a return near the learner group's area. Stronger skiers and snowboarders can explore separately without making the steepest terrain the shared plan; regroup over a base-area break.
Use the meetup message planner for Taos Ski Valley to agree on your date, terrain, pace and meeting point.
Official sources for this mountain guide
Guide checked against these official sources on . Use these resort sources for current maps, lesson meeting points and visitor information. Confirm tickets, reservations and open terrain for your date.
- Taos first-visit and ability guide (opens in a new tab)
- Pioneer and the resort's snowboarding history (2023 article) (opens in a new tab)
- Official Taos location and trip information (opens in a new tab)
- Official getting-here guide (opens in a new tab)
- Official parking and maps (opens in a new tab)
- NMDOT NMRoads road conditions (opens in a new tab)
Spot something out of date? Email powwowllc1@gmail.com and we'll check it against the resort.
Ride Taos Ski Valley with SkiBuds
Find people to ski Taos Ski Valley with
Start with the date, terrain, pace, and a public meeting point. Confirm lift access and the resort's current report before the day. SkiBuds' rebuilt app is coming soon, with rider discovery and conversations to help you plan with ski and snowboard friends.
Use the snow forecast guide and powder-day group plan to confirm the weather together. Explore more Arizona and New Mexico mountains and riding meetups.
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Straight-line distance. Mountain roads make the drive longer.