The Best Skiing in New Mexico
Looking for the best skiing in New Mexico? We've got you covered with the top trails, trips, hiking, backpacking, camping and more around New Mexico. The detailed guides, photos, and reviews are all submitted by the Outbound community.
Top skiing spots in and near New Mexico
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Red River, New Mexico
Cross Country Ski or Snowshoe the Enchanted Forest Snowplay Area
Just above the town of Red River up Bobcat Pass is the Enchanted Forest. As you approach the top of the pass you’ll see signs that point you toward the forest into what looks like a neighborhood. Trust the signs and make the turn. Follow the main road up through the neighborhood and take your sec...Read more -
Taos County, New Mexico
Ski Red River Ski Area
The resort itself, sits right in town, with 6 lifts. Two of the lifts come down to the river and access various parts of the town, it’s a place that makes you remember what skiing used to be like. The mountain has roughly 170 acres of skiable terrain, and appeals to those of all abilities. The u...Read more -
Los Alamos, New Mexico
Guaje Canyon Trail
5.51 mi / 633 ft gainGuaje Canyon Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Los Alamos, New Mexico.Read more -
Jemez Springs, New Mexico
Cerro La Jara Loop Trail
2.94 mi / 85 ft gainCerro La Jara Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Jemez Springs, New Mexico.Read more -
Cedar Crest, New Mexico
King of the Mountain
3.53 mi / 351 ft gainKing of the Mountain is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Cedar Crest, New Mexico.Read more -
Sandia Park, New Mexico
Double Eagle Ski Trail
2.86 mi / 1565 ft gainDouble Eagle Ski Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Sandia Park, New Mexico.Read more -
Santa Fe County, New Mexico
Alamo Vista Trail
2.37 mi / 1184 ft gainAlamo Vista Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Tesuque, New Mexico.Read more -
Alto, New Mexico
Lookout Mountain via Sierra Blanca Trail
6.06 mi / 1762 ft gainLookout Mountain via Sierra Blanca Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Ruidoso, New Mexico.Read more
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