Scheduled Season: November 19, 2005 to
April 9, 2006 or when the snow melts
please call ahead
| Base elevation |
8,200 ft. |
| Peak elevation |
9,255 ft. |
| Vertical drop |
1,055 ft. |
| Skiable acreage |
200 |
| Average annual snowfall |
190 in.
snowmaking on 70% of trails |
| Number of named trails |
37 : 20% beginner, 45% intermediate,
35% advanced |
| Number of lifts |
4 : 2 triples, 2 surface |
| Ski area hours |
lifts open 9:00 am
to 4:00 pm daily |
| Rental and Pro Shops |
8:00 am to 5:00 pm |
| Sipapu Grill |
7:30 am to 8:00 pm |
| Half-day ticket hours |
12:00
pm to 4:00 pm |
| Snowboards permitted? |
Yes |
| From Albuquerque |
• Take Interstate 25 north to Santa Fe and
exit 276B. This is the
exit for NM 599, the Santa Fe Bypass which routes
around the
city of Santa Fe.
• Take NM 599 north to US 285 north. Proceed
north about 24
miles on US 285 to Espanola.
• Continue straight through
Espanola as the road becomes NM
68 to Taos. Go north on NM 68 about
20 miles to the junction
with NM 75.
• Go east on NM 75 21 miles to the
junction with NM 518. Travel
on NM 518 about 5 miles to the lodge on
the right.
• Travel time from Albuquerque is about 2.5 hours. |
| |
Full-Day |
Half-Day |
Early Season |
Spring Season |
| Adult |
$38 |
$28 |
$15 |
$25 |
| Teen (13-20) |
$34 |
$25 |
$15 |
$25 |
| Child (7-12) |
$25 |
$21 |
$15 |
$19 |
| Senior (60-69) |
$22 |
$22 |
$15 |
$19 |
Seniors aged 70 & over,
Children 6 and under and 4th Graders ski free
Credit cards accepted:
Visa, MasterCard, Discover |
Early Season: 11/19 to 12/16/05
Spring Season: 3/20 to 4/9/06
Sipapu continues to add new terrain and features: 17 new trails and
two challenging terrain parks with new rails and box rails have been added
in recent years. Snowmaking continues to be expanded providing more coverage
and a longer season.
Buy a $38 lift ticket and enjoy FREE lodging in our hotel. First-time
skiers and boarders get the first THREE lessons FREE! Check out our Snow
Satisfaction guarantee. Early and late season lift tickets: just $15
- $25.
Performance, shaped skis, twin tips and snow blades from Salomon, Elan, and
K2. Nitro and Marvel snowboards. Salomon Soft Boots, cross-country skis,
snowshoes, and snow bikes.
Sipapu's "Family Friendly, Family Fun" philosophy
is most evident at Sue's Ski School. Sue Leslie directs the school, oversees
instructors,
and personally evaluates students of all ages and ability levels.
Arranged on an individual basis with private caregivers. Call for details.
Sue's Ski School accepts children as young as 4 years old.
See Featured
Lodging >>
Sipapu's base area lodging has accommodations for 240 in a mix of family-style
cabins, traditional hotel rooms and dorms. Sit around a roaring fire in the
lodge or explore Olive's Gifts and Groceries and sample your favorite flavor
of Sue's famous homemade fudge. The SipaGrill, complete with a cozy lounge,
serves traditional New Mexican fare and your favorite American food. Call
800-587-2240 for reservations!
Sipapu is a family owned and operated resort with
one goal in mind since beginning in 1952, "Family Friendly, Family Fun!" As
ski enthusiasts, we are here to share our passion for skiing with all levels
of skiers in
an intimate setting, which allows a guest to become part of the Sipapu
family. The peace and tranquillity of our secluded location makes Sipapu
one of the ideal destinations for those who appreciate the pleasure of
getting back to the basics.
Sipapu is perfect for pursuing the art of relaxation.
The resort is self-contained in the pines of the Carson National Forest
with its own grocery store,
restaurant, accommodations and gas station. For those wanting something
more than peace and quiet, the town of Taos is a quick drive away.
Taos has been a cultural cross-roads for centuries. The adobe-brick five
story
Taos Pueblo rose at the foot of Taos Mountain in the 13th century.
In the 1500's Spanish Conquistadors explored the Taos area seeking the fabled "Seven
Cities of Gold". The early 19th century fur trappers and mountain
men joined the pueblo people and Spanish settlers in the valley below
the snow-capped peaks.
The Sipapu grill is a full service restaurant and lounge serving everything
from burgers and fries to local New Mexico favorites. The grill is open daily
from 7:30 am to 8:00 pm serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and delicious snacks
in between.
Taos County Chamber of Commerce
800-732-8267
www.taos.org
• The historic Plaza serves as a hub for the
many shops and galleries in downtown Taos.
The La Fonda Hotel, with its collection
of D.H. Lawrence paintings, dominates the south
side of the Plaza.
• Taos is home to many museums and art collections including the Millicent
Rogers
Museum, the E.L. Blumenschein Museum, and the Fechin Institute.
• Explore Taos' rich history with a visit to the Kit Carson Home or the Martinez
Hacienda.
• Visit 600 year old Taos Pueblo, a World Heritage site, just 3 miles north
of Taos.
• View the majestic Rio Grande Gorge from 650 feet above the river at the
Rio Grande
Gorge Bridge 11 miles northwest of Taos on U.S. 64.
• Enjoy dinner at one of over 80 Taos areas restaurants.
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