I'm an upper intermediate snowboarder. I mostly like groomers and wide open blues. I was told by many people that Taos is an advanced mountain. While I agree with that statement, I also think It would be unfair to say its TOO advanced. There is plenty to offer for beginners and novices on the mountain. The last time I was in Taos was February 2014 and there was plenty of snow, everything was open except for Kachina, and I was with my Friends who are a married couple, and my girlfriend. All 3 were beginners and they have said to this day that Taos was the best place they've been so far. (we have since been to ski apache, aspen, aspen snowmass, heavenly mountain) I have personally been to santa fe, ski apache, aspen snowmass, heavenly, angel fire and red river. And out of all of those Taos is the best place I've been.

With all of that said I'm a little disappointed that the new owners are trying to turn the place into a "blown out of proportion" resort. Part of the magic of Taos is that Not that many people know about it, but the new owners plan to change that. Its been a hidden gem in the mountains of New mexico, so If you want to ride Taos before it becomes another overrun Giant commercial resort, I suggest you get there quick. Its getting more well known with every season.

With all that said... Even if it does become a super crowded resort, its such a big mountain, and there is so much to do. I will keep going back to Taos Ski Valley unless something sways me otherwise in the future.

This is an excellent mountain for skiers. I've been skiing here since I was a kid. It's such a great little community of passionate outdoors men and women. It's not over crowded like Vail and Aspen. If you want to REALLY ski, come to Taos. If you want to wear fashionable clothes and enjoy a "scence" this is not the Mountain for you.

There is nothing like coming down the back side of the mountain and having a refreshing beer at the beer garden!

I've been skiing since the early 70's and this place is totally stuck in the 70's! Yes they have some challenging runs (we could see them even though it was summer), but the buildings, the layout, condos, all of it...YUCK! We were there to check it out prior to our planned winter visit and to hike the trail to Williams Lake at 11,100' elevation. The hike was fantastic! Lots of people hiking. TSV, well, have to say we preferred Angel Fire. TSV offered no downhill mountain biking either, which Angel Fire did. The drive up to TSV is scenic, but the road is pitted with holes, rough. Locals drive like maniacs, be prepared. Stop and put your feet in the beautiful river running beside the road!