Red River vs Ski Santa Fe
Comparing Red River (NM) and Ski Santa Fe (NM) on price, terrain, snowfall, and lift wait. Numbers from the 2026 season.
Red River
Red River, NM
Independent pass
Window price$85
Online (advance)$75
Season pass—
Ski Santa Fe
Santa Fe, NM
Independent pass
Window price$50
Online (advance)$45
Season pass$549
Side-by-side
| Stat | Red River | Ski Santa Fe | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $85 | $50 | Ski Santa Fe |
| Online (30+ days) | $75 | $45 | Ski Santa Fe |
| Season pass | — | $549 | Ski Santa Fe |
| Annual snowfall | 214" | 161" | Red River |
| Skiable acres | 250 | 660 | Ski Santa Fe |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 1,725' | Ski Santa Fe |
| Runs | 64 | 87 | Ski Santa Fe |
| Lifts | 8 | 7 | Red River |
| Summit elevation | 10,350' | 12,075' | Ski Santa Fe |
| Beginner terrain | 32% | 20% | Red River |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 40% | Ski Santa Fe |
| Average lift wait | — | 5 min | Ski Santa Fe |
The Match
Ski Santa Fe is cheaper at the gate ($45 vs $75 entry). Ski Santa Fe is significantly bigger (660 vs 250 acres). Red River sees more snow (214" vs 161"). Both are on the Independent pass — same pass, same wallet.