Albuquerque serves as the perfect hub for skiing anywhere in New Mexico. The city’s centralized location makes it perfect to plan day trips to some of the best ski resorts in New Mexico. And Albuquerque’s own Sandia Peak, with its 10,678-foot summit, also offers some great skiing conditions. In a good snow year, Albuquerque's winter months provide gorgeous weather for New Mexico skiing and a wide variety of outdoor winter activities. The average New Mexico ski season runs from the end of November to the end of March. New Mexico ski resorts tend to be steep and at a relatively high altitude, but almost every resort is family-friendly. There are multiple resort options for all levels of skiers. Below are four of the closest ski resorts to explore while staying in Albuquerque.
