Ski Santa Fe
Ski Santa Fe
4.5
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Monday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Sunday
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
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With a base elevation of 10,350 ft, Ski Santa Fe is the launching point for a ski experience your family will never forget. Located only 16 miles from the heart of Santa Fe, a city rich in culture, fine arts and exceptional cuisine, this is one of the country's most diverse and unique ski destinations.
Duration: More than 3 hours
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colorful500
San Antonio, TX12 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
I was in the midst of pulling together my winter ski plans at SSF in September when my dad lost his home to Hurricane Ian. 4 feet of water throughout, and I jumped to help him with FEMA and insurance paperwork since he had no internet, sketchy phone, and no electricity. Fast forward half a week and I contacted SSF to ask if they could cut me just a little slack on five passes I was about to buy the week before and extend that pricing ONE business day rather than hit me with an extra $150 cost. Sent them the waterline photos and the insurance paperwork from the house that I had been busy with instead of focusing on my recreation. Nope!!! Apparently they use computers and because of computers they, unlike so many decent and caring businesses when crises hit, cannot do ANYTHING. So I have my lodging that was booked and paid in September, and now they'll get $150 extra for me having jumped onto the FEMA queue for my dad instead of booking my skiing. Prices go up again in two days so despite my asking multiple times this month, asking them to have some higher-ups consider the decision, time's up. I guess my $150 is a big win for them.
Written October 30, 2022
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Krychek
40 contributions
Dec 2022
I spent 2 hours in a traffic jam up the mountain for my first visit to Ski Santa Fe; the traffic jam was the result of insufficient parking there. The experience got even worse once I hit the lift line. After paying for a half-day lift ticket at 12:15, I managed to complete only 4 runs by 3:30 PM. Lift lines were unreasonably long, with only a quad chair and two double chairs serving the lower mountain. The mountain had received 10" of powder the prior day, and it was clear from my experience that Santa Fe does not have adequate parking, lift capacity, and operational leadership to manage a ski resort. There was no management of the lifts, and about 25% of chairs were going up empty despite very long lift lines. Perhaps this mountain would be reasonable on a day without powder (but if so, why are you running a ski resort??), but I would stay away until they resolve parking and lift issues. I do not have an Epic or Ikon pass but was simply a skier in town who wanted to try Ski Santa Fe.
Written December 29, 2022
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luvplayacar
Rosemary Beach, FL736 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
Ski Santa Fe was so easy and so much fun! Great place to take the family. Day trips only. And I do recommend only driving a 4wheel drive since there are lots of shadows on the road that keeps the ice from melting.
7 lifts and all open at MLK weekend. I plan to retune every year now!
7 lifts and all open at MLK weekend. I plan to retune every year now!
Written February 11, 2020
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nbwrig
Lexington, KY56 contributions
Mar 2020 • Couples
First time skier! Ski Santa Fe offers group or private lessons, and I spent the day with my instructor (Shane) and a small group. Shane was patient and got us on our skis quickly. By the end of the day, I was flying down the green hill.
Ski Santa Fe provides lots of lunch options in their cafeteria. Prices are a bit expensive, but the food satisfies and tastes great!
Parking is just down the hill a bit. Brings layers for varying mountain temps. Also bring cash for locker tokens. And if you want to drink, BYOB in a cooler in your car.
We will definitely return.
Ski Santa Fe provides lots of lunch options in their cafeteria. Prices are a bit expensive, but the food satisfies and tastes great!
Parking is just down the hill a bit. Brings layers for varying mountain temps. Also bring cash for locker tokens. And if you want to drink, BYOB in a cooler in your car.
We will definitely return.
Written March 15, 2020
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Adam D
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Jan 2024 • Family
We knew it would be busy so we headed up the mountain at 8am. Traffic started at 845 and soon came to near halt 2 miles before the ski parking area. No cell service and stuck in a two lane road with 4 kids that had to use the restroom. We finally gave up at 10:30 when we had enough cell service to see the ski area parking was completely full and not letting anyone in until someone left. Very poor organization and we had prepaid for all our arrangements. Was easy enough to get refunds but it was 1130 before we were finally back in town after figuring out a way to turn around on that two lane road with a small trailer.
There could easily be better ways to manage this but they seem content to ruin hundreds of peoples day sitting in a line that will Never go anywhere for hours!
There could easily be better ways to manage this but they seem content to ruin hundreds of peoples day sitting in a line that will Never go anywhere for hours!
Written January 6, 2024
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Yablonski
Argyle, TX109 contributions
Dec 2019
We love Ski Santa Fe for its charm and authenticity. While not as large or challenging as Taos, there are plenty of runs for all skiing ability and rarely have we waited in a lift line. Even over Christmas. As a lover of Taos Ski Valley, I had never really considered Ski Santa Fe seriously. I wish I had opened my mind and tried this hill sooner. I've skied on three continents and Ski Santa Fe holds its own for a day destination slope without lodging at the base. The 45-minute drive up from Santa Fe is easy and very scenic. The view of the desert valley and distant Jemez Mountains to the West is spectacular. My favorite thing about the on-mountain amenities is Totemoff's, the mid-mountain lodge. Go inside an order the tamales from the bar! You will not be disappointed. The best ski food ever! Or order any number of items from the outdoor grill including hot chocolate. Or opt for stronger drinks inside the bar. You won't find a terrain park like many of the larger resorts offer but boarders and skiers can find challenging terrain in many places at Ski Santa Fe. I highly recommend this mountain if you're visiting the area.
Written January 3, 2020
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Lucybelle1
Tampa, FL1,602 contributions
Dec 2021 • Family
We drove from Santa Fe, we were lucky it has snowed earlier in the week and the lower but not upper part of the mountain was open.
My kids went to the school and they had fun, their instructors were nice but the check in process was atrocious. Unlike other places that everything can be done online, most things were required to do in paper (not easy to do while waiting outside while it was 15 degrees). The worst is that we had to repeat the process the following day… 🤦🏽
The rentals were fine, still a long line but we took them back to the hotel to avoid the line the following day.
The ski lifts were sometimes busy, maybe a little slow. I got the impression that signals were lacking, many first time skiers didn’t know where to go….
The slopes were pretty clean and the overall atmosphere was nice.
Probably will not go back…
My kids went to the school and they had fun, their instructors were nice but the check in process was atrocious. Unlike other places that everything can be done online, most things were required to do in paper (not easy to do while waiting outside while it was 15 degrees). The worst is that we had to repeat the process the following day… 🤦🏽
The rentals were fine, still a long line but we took them back to the hotel to avoid the line the following day.
The ski lifts were sometimes busy, maybe a little slow. I got the impression that signals were lacking, many first time skiers didn’t know where to go….
The slopes were pretty clean and the overall atmosphere was nice.
Probably will not go back…
Written January 10, 2022
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Getaway257933
1 contribution
Jan 2023
I also spent two hours in a traffic jam and despite calling the resort twice saying we weren't going to make it in time for a 1pm lesson, they insisted we come. They were part of the reason for the traffic jam as they were stopping cars at the entrance to the resort so they should have know how bad it was. of course when we got there they told us we were too late and my daughter was in tears.
Written January 11, 2023
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Amanda
Leander, TX2 contributions
Jan 2020
Good customer service, great skiing, appreciate the layout of the trails and lifts. Had an area for kids to learn beginner ski skills or just play, I went one week with kids and one without. The little lodge halfway down was always a fun stop. I liked having some healthy options available. All in all, favorite place to ski in New Mexico!
Written December 31, 2020
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Chicago, IL15 contributions
Feb 2022 • Solo
Fresh snow, first lift up (almost), I got lucky. I skied from one side of the mountain to he other and hit every blue run and a couple blacks multiple times. I only had on day in town so I just stuck with the fun runs, repeatedly. It was a blast. The quad lift is super slow but others are zippy.
Written February 13, 2022
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We're planning to ski over spring break (3/12-3/18). I'm getting worried about the lines. Is there a best day of the week to ski? Would you recommend renting skiis in town and if so, where?
Written January 10, 2023
Hi! I’ve gotten into the habit of skiing midweek to avoid the crowds. Sometimes up there you have to look for someone to ride the lift with on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday! Don’t pass on the Green Chile Stew at Totemoff’s (mid lodge), it’s really delicious!
I have my own gear, but my brother rents his gear at Ski Tech on St. Francis Rd. Really convenient and great service. Equipment seems in good shape and well cared for. He’s really happy renting from them. I’m sure the base lodge is ok, but always so slow and crowded.
Have a safe trip and enjoy Santa Fe!
Written January 11, 2023
How can we ensure that our minivan will safely traverse the mountain road between Santa Fe & the ski resort? Under what conditions would we need to consider modifications (snow chains?)
Written February 3, 2022
We had an AWD rental car and had no issue despite the fact it had snowed about 5” overnight. There was a plow already coming down when we were going up.
Some cars without AWD or 4WD had chains but I thought it was excessive.
If you drive slowly and carefully you should be fine but think it all depends on how much snow is around and your comfort level around snow…
Written February 4, 2022
Alyssa Guzman
San Antonio, Texas
Is there any where I can rent or do snowmobile rides?
Written January 31, 2021
Nohemy
Fort Worth, Texas
Just wanted to know if by latter December is snow I. Santa Fe ?
Written December 25, 2020
What is the parking situation at ski sante fe between Christmas and New Years? How far a walk for children to the base? Do the lots fill up?
Written December 23, 2019
It all depends on the amount of snow. Last year was so epic they turned people away. If you get there super early you should be fine if you are renting equipment there get there even earlier! They have these cattle trailers That carry you too The snow is ok this year but not epic like last year So it shouldn’t be as crowded as it was but again I stress if you get there early early everything should be fine and your visit will be much more enjoyable
Written December 23, 2019
Does the lodge have WiFi available?
Written December 17, 2019
Cuanto cobran los camioncitos que suben a esquiar a la montaña?
Written November 25, 2019
View the ski Santa Fa website all prices for lifts and every else you need to know are on the site.
Written November 26, 2019
Is is possible to ski there in December Christmas time?I see that the Ski Snata Fe season opens dec 9, but will there be enough snow to ski
Written July 24, 2019
Hi,
I am not a weather person but usually if it cold they will make snow at that time of the year.
Last year was so amazing because we had so much snow.
There are many other activities at that time of the year.
Written August 8, 2019
Is this a good place for non-skiers to just enjoy the snow around Christmas?
Written July 24, 2019
Santa Fe is an amazing place, especially the old town and the plaza Square is magical at Christmas time. I've been up to the ski area and there really isn't much to do up there other than ski, snowboard and walk.
Written July 26, 2019
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