Red River vs Taos Ski Valley
Comparing Red River (NM) and Taos Ski Valley (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—
Taos Ski Valley
Taos, NM
Mountain Collective pass
Window price$115
Online (advance)$80
Season pass—
Side-by-side
| Stat | Red River | Taos Ski Valley | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Window lift ticket | $85 | $115 | Red River |
| Online (30+ days) | $75 | $80 | Red River |
| Season pass | — | — | Tied |
| Annual snowfall | 214" | 177" | Red River |
| Skiable acres | 250 | 1,294 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Vertical drop | 1,600' | 3,131' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Runs | 64 | 119 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Lifts | 8 | 13 | Taos Ski Valley |
| Summit elevation | 10,350' | 12,481' | Taos Ski Valley |
| Beginner terrain | 32% | 13% | Red River |
| Advanced terrain | 30% | 33% | Taos Ski Valley |
| Average lift wait | — | 5 min | Taos Ski Valley |
The Match
Red River is cheaper at the gate ($75 vs $80 entry). Taos Ski Valley is significantly bigger (1,294 vs 250 acres). Red River sees more snow (214" vs 177"). Pass affiliation: Red River is Independent, Taos Ski Valley is Mountain Collective.