“After more than 45 years of skiing at Taos, there remain numerous expert slopes I have yet to explore.” - Jon Jay 2021 Reader Ranking of Taos Ski Valley: No. “Huge expert skiing in a small compact package,” says one reader. Don’t feel like hiking? Traverse to Hunziker Bowl for easy-to-access adventure. Kachina Chair closed? Earn your turns and hike to Highline Ridge or West Basin Ridge for more steeps and tree runs. Just point ’em towards the steep chutes under the very visible cornices between the summit and Cabin Chute. Taos’ windblown fluff is as good as it gets, too, and easy to find from the top of Kachina Peak. Those looking for less posh and more powder will still enjoy the numerous storms that deliver light and dry snowfall all season long, and the unique chalky snow provides strong edge grip during dry spells. 22), Taos remains a place that puts skiing first and everything else second. While there could be a few more options for Nightlife (No.
The soon-to-be-open Blake Residences build on the success of the hotel and will continue to add a number of modern updates to the main base village. The accommodations blend authentic New Mexican culture with a high level of comfort and class, best exemplified by the original Georgia O’Keefe art that decorates the hallways and the delicious green chile-infused options available at the 192 Restaurant. The ski resort’s most noticeable investment is the base area revitalization, including the Blake Hotel. “Now skiing and spending time with grown kids here is spectacular.” “Thirty years ago it was all about hiking the ridge and pounding down Longhorn,” comments one reader. 2 for Challenge, the steep terrain of Kachina Peak still gets as rowdy as ever-especially during the long-running Freeride World Qualifier 4-Star event-but improvements throughout the rest of the ski area have made things more friendly for families and intermediate skiers as well. With first-place rankings in both Charm and Overall Satisfaction, Taos Ski Valley has succeeded in becoming a welcoming world-class ski resort that will put a smile on every visitor’s face. This special corner of New Mexico has seen significant improvements and investments over the past decade, and, according to readers, that work is certainly paying off. Get access to everything we publish when you
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