Red River Ski Area, New Mexico
We love hearing our guests’ “I learned to ski here” stories! It’s a joy to our award-winning ski school staff to see skiers return year after year, bringing their little ones to Red River to learn on our slopes. With 85% of our trails accessible to advanced snowmaking equipment, Mother Nature has help when she needs it and you are assured of a memorable family ski vacation.

Red River Ski Area

Red River, New Mexico 87558

Mountain Facts:

Base Elevation: 8,750 ft

Summit Elevation: 10,350 ft

Vertical Drop: 1,600 ft

Skiable Area: 290 acres

Annual Snowfall: 218 in

Snowmaking: 87 %

Number of Lifts: 7

Uphill Lift Capacity: 6,720 per hour

Types of Lifts:
1 Rope Tow
4 Double Chairs
2 Triple Chairs

Number of Trails: 57

Longest Run: 13,200 ft

Specialties:

Youth Ski Center: Kids have their very own lodge at Red River, a place where parents can feel comfortable about leaving their children while they ski. Professional staff members utilize innovative teaching methods and creative activities that help unlock the joys of skiing.

Lodging Options:

Lifts West Condominiums
Ponderosa Lodge
Valley Condominiums