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What's one of your favorite things about Taos Ski Valley? One of ours has got to be the smell of the monsoon rains arriving on hot summer afternoons. â¤ï¸ . . . #taosskivalley #landofenchantment #mountaintown #mountainscapes #explorethemountains #wideopenspaces #solitude #summerrain #monsoon #petrichor #sangredecristomountains

At the end of the mountain road you'll find a quaint little village that we are glad to call home. It may be small, but it has mighty views. #taosskivalley #newmexicotrue #landofenchantment #mountainview #mountaintown #mountainscapes #explorethemountains #wideopenspaces #solitude #newmexicolandscape #wheelerpeak

Loving these summer views of bare high peaks and bright green aspens. This is Wheeler Peak (13,159') as seen from the South Boundary Trail just east of Taos. . . . #taosskivalley #taos #newmexicotrue #landofenchantment #newmexicolandscape #wideopenspaces #wheelerpeak #aspentrees #sangredechristomountains

Just a little bit of the great outdoors can bring a lot of happiness. Get out and recharge with your family or friends (at a distance, of course). . . . #taosskivalley #landofenchantment #mountainlife #mountainlove #explorethemountains #naturedaily #natureappreciation #beautyinnature #wideopenspaces

Coming to you from direct from Taos, New Mexico - LIVE on facebook - Jenny Bird plays for you at 6pm tonight! Check it out with secolive.org @arroyosecolive #livemusictaos #livemusicathome #stayathomemusicseries #arroyosecolive #taosnm #taos #livetaos #knce #rollingstill #supportthearts #livestream #togetherapart

There is more to Taos than skiing & snowboarding. Just a short drive out of town you can find amazing and warm desert vista trails with views of the snowy mountains on the horizon. . #taosskivalley #taos #newmexicotrue #landofenchantment #taosmountain #mountainview #mountaintown #newmexicolandscape #springtimeintherockies #naturedaily #natureappreciation #orillaverde

We're all in this together and once this human struggle is a part of human history the mountains will still be waiting. Stay healthy out there folks, we can't wait to see you again soon. â¤ï¸ . Photo: Prayer flags on top of Kachina Peak, Taos Ski Valley . . . #skitaos #taos #taosnewmexico #kachinapeak #prayerflags #newmexicotrue

Spring has been in the air, the sun is warming all our faces, but there are still powder stashes to be found. Get up there and find them. . . . . #taosskivalley #taos #visittaosskivalley #visittaos #visitnewmexico #newmexicotrue #landofenchantment #skitaos #snowboardtaos #springskiing #springbreak #offthebeatenpath

February is one of the snowiest months of the season and this year has proven exceptionally #powderiffic, the next storm is lining up some #powderdays this week ahead of the K2 Bumps Challenge & #PaintforPeaks, including the Snowboard Art + Silent Auction featuring custom, one-of-a-kind artwork created on snowboards, skateboard decks, helmets and more. Shred the Love with us on Feb. 15th, at this popular event with @b4bc. Visit our website link in our bio for more info and to contribute to the fundraiser ð #ridetaos #shredthelove #boardingforbreastcancer #mountainadventures #taosskivalley.com #skitaos #skithechange #taosair #kachinapeak

Taos has long been known for the natural beauty thatâs inspired and attracted artists to our beloved area. When you experience it youâll know - whether itâs immersed in a sunset at the Rio Grande Gorge or seeing a powdery winter scene youâve dreamed about, inspiration and enchantment abound. This piece is by @woodallfineart. Check out his gallery when you visit, weâre sure youâll be amazed! #localart #taostrue #inspiration #taosartist #mountaintownlove #mountainvibes #newmexicotrue

Alongside the world-class skiing at @skitaos youâll find amazing cross-country and backcountry opportunities to explore the Carson National Forest during winter, steps from your room at lodges like the Austing Haus in Amizette. Conveniently close to both the ski slopes and thousands of acres of wilderness, this historic lodge is one of the most unique in our village where the charm of alpine #skiing and #mountainculture is rooted deep in #TaosSkiValleyâs heritage âï¸ #ernieblake #legendsoftaos #taosmountains #alps #alpine #outdooradventures #skiing #snowboarding #alpental #deeppowder #taossteep #snow #snowlove like #mountainlove! #knowbeforeyougo - Now you can hone your beacon skills at the new training park by Lift 4 and the Phoenix lodge, and check @taosavalanchecenter for recent and current info about #backcountry conditions

Exploring the peaks and ridges above #TaosSkiValley on a #snowmobiletour with Big Al ð He guides one of the most scenic and unique tours in the #southwest, with amazing views of #KachinaPeak and the #ColumbineHondoWilderness above our village. Experience the new #WildWest in #TaosNM #TaosAir #MountainAdventures #RideTaos #TravelNM #VisitTaos #WheelerPeak #WinterFun #TaosTrue

Stoked to see the sun after a chilly night, these #bighornsheep love hanging out near the top of Kachina. One of the four highest lifts in the Rocky Mountains brings you to the top of this lovely mountain, thanks to Ernie Blakeâs vision of lift-accessed #skiing among #NewMexicoâs highest summits. #KachinaPeak #TaosSteep #SkiNewMexico #SkitheChange #NMWildlife #TheBlake #MountainLove #MountainTownVibes

The storm is producing, tomorrowâs going to be a sweet #powderday! 4â in town and 10 on the mountains so far and currently snowing hard, looks like itâs going to keep up through the night. Take your time and drive cautiously if you come up here tomorrow, and enjoy the #freshies! #tgif #newmexicopowderday #taospowder #skitaos #ridetaos #skithechange #shoplocaltaos #locallove

We have #powdersnow in the forecast for #mlkweekend! Itâs starting to fly and we could get about a foot by Saturday. Most of the mountain is open for you to find #powstashes and #smiles for days âï¸ #flytaosair #skinewmexico #skitaos #ridepowder #powsurf #taosskivalley #wildwestglade #kachina #nmtrue

Looking to #earnyourturns on a #mountainadventure? The peak is open to hike! Thanks to an amazingly snowy December and tireless work by our ski patrollers through the early season storm cycle. Itâs a little breezy up high so bundle up if you go. #skitaos #skinewmexico #skithechange #kachinapeak #taostrue #ridetaos #pow #steepanddeep #taossteep #hiketheridge

You all made 2019 a year to remember, from an epic ski season and through the summer, into this year with roaring style. Cheers to a new year, a new decade, and lots of wonderful adventures in the mountains and the progressive evolution of our community. Keep rockinâ with your #mountainlove! #TaosSkiValley #NewMexicoTRUE #MountainTown #PositiveVibes

If you like the #NewMexicoSunshine, #bluebirdskies and #powdersnow then #TaosSkiValley is the place to be this week, conditions are great all-around! If you're looking for adventure beyond the resort there's a lot of #snowshoeing and cross-country skiing opportunities in our area now that we have so much snow, check out our website for links to gear rentals and trail recommendations, and give us a call or send a message for more specific info about our #mountainparadiseâ #skiing #snowboarding #powderdays #newmexicotrue #sunshine #adventureoutdoors #travelnm #visittaos #skinewmexico #wheelerpeak

Loving this season, nearly 100" of snow already with a foot fresh from this current storm, conditions are great as we're getting close to the #wintersolstice and the longest #December nights âââ have you hiked the ridge yet? Lots of #powstashes on the way to #Treskow. #ridetaos #snowboarding #skiing #mountainvibes #locallove #taosnm #skitaos

ðSki #aroundtheworld tomorrow! Super stoked for some new terrain and amazing views. Annnd ð #TheBavarian opens too! Nice way to start the weekend, ahead of some #powderdays. #demodays #skidemo #terrainalert #skitaos #ridetaos #freeski #winter #skiseason #mountaintown #rockies #skithechange #freshsnow

If you're looking for a charming place to stay in the town of Taos for the holidays we highly recommend the Burch Street Casitas - these comfortable and cozy modern rentals are available nightly, we guarantee you'll love their Southwest appeal, privacy (including off-street parking) and proximity to the middle of town from an historic district that holds remarkable beauty in its own character. Oh yeah their nightly rates are quite affordable also! Find them in our website member directory or give us a call and we'll be happy to help you ⺠#Taos #TaosNM #TravelNM #NewMexicoVibes #TaosSkiValley #Southwest #RioGrande #EnchantedCircle

We have a couple lodging options that just became available for the holiday season - Twining Condos 6A and the St. Moritz are each a short walk from the main village and lifts, if you're looking for a place slopeside each of these has wonderful accommodations. Find them in our member directory on our website or give us a call directly for booking info, all of our lodges are filling up and these won't be available very long #stayandplay #taosskivalley #happyholidays #skitaos #skiseason #skitrip #skinewmexico

Lots of #freshsnow today (it's dumping currently), and lots of new terrain open including Al's Run, Rhoda's and other lower frontside steeps. This is what #skiing and #riding at #TaosSkiValley is all about! Oh yeah there's no lift lines â Come enjoy some great conditions this week, see you on the slopes.

The sun's starting to shine through the clouds, nice to see the snowcapped peaks around our beautiful village! What an awesome opening weekend this has been to kick off the 2019-20 ski season. We're going into December with a respectable base, and more snow coming later next week looks great to keep the powder days going. Come ski with us, visit our website to find hot deals on lodging and upcoming events through the month ahead.

Snow is really coming down again! We're ready for you for opening day Thursday - if you need to make any last minute plans visit our website link for lodging deals, webcam views, conditions updates and more. Looks like we're going to have some powder days to kick off the season, woohoo! #skitaos #ridetaos #powderdays #taospowderday #taosskivalley #newmexicotrue #steepanddeep #skitown #mountaintownvibes #snowlove

Last week's storm was great, we're expecting a few to several more inches through the next five days, so far off to a great start to an exciting new ski season. Keep your snow dance going cuz it's been working! #powderdays #nolovelikesnowlove #locallove #mountaintownvibes #skitown #ridetaos #skinewmexico #redorgreen #newmexicotrue #visittaos

Ahh the #bluebirdsky after the storm. Another round of snow is in the forecast next week, anyone down for an opening day #powderday?!? Speaking of blue skies, if you're looking for a place to stay in Taos that's as much an experience as it is lodging, check out @blueskyretreat at the historic San Geronimo lodge. Possibly the most unique #bedandbreakfast we know about, they'll provide you with an energetic setting we know you'll love. #taosblues #powderalert #skinewmexico #taosmountain #ridetaos #bluesky #snowlove #taos

Snow is falling, we got a brief glimpse of #TaosMountain with a fresh coat. So far about an inch has accumulated with much more expected today and tomorrow! Got your skis and boards ready for opening day?!? 8 more days! Surf over to the link in our bio for hot deals on lodging and more, and everything you need to book an amazing holiday or ski trip to #Taos. #TaosSkiValley #FlyTaos #TaosAir #skiing #snowboarding #mountainadventure #TravelNM #VisitTaos #NewMexicoTRUE

A new #skiseason is just over the horizon â with unique perspectives to experience #NewMexico and #TaosSkiValley, like a #snowmobiletour on Frazer Mountain that will bring you to views you've dreamed of! Surf over to our website in our bio for everything you need to build a trip you'll never forget. #stayandplay #visittaos #ridenewmexico #flytaosair #taosnm #bigalsnowmobiletours #ridenorthside #taostrue #adventure in the #mountains #skitexas #skitaos #locallove in your #mountaintown #travelnm #skithesteeps #snowboardtaos #openmindsopenmtns #aawildernessadventures

Less than 2 weeks till opening day! Now's your chance to get any gear you need at the annual skis swap, this year's #WinterventionSkiSwap is @sagebrush_inn tomorrow and Sunday, find some great equipment to hit the slopes and also benefit the @taoswintersportsteam. Visit our website www.TaosSkiValley.com for more info about this event. #ridetaos #skitaos #skiswap #taosfreeride #kachinapeak #skiseason #winter201920 #taosskivalley

T-minus two weeks + two days until #OpeningDay on the #TaosSkiValley #slopes! (And, of course, that _secondary_ celebration known as Thanksgiving. ) Are you cranking to get your work done and out the door so that you can celebrate #Thanksgiving sliding downhill? Excellent, so are we. We know you're busy, so we crafted a bit of a tongue-in-cheek check list that might actually prove handy. Or make you smile. Or both. Check it out in this month's blog: taosskivalley.com/blog. And come join us where the #Rockies begin to give thanks, "Taos Ski Valley Style!" #TaosSkiValleyOpeningDay #OpeningDay #SkiTaos #BoardTaos #Thanksgiving #TaosThanksgiving #Taos #TaosNewMexico

The weather here has been perfect for exploring while we wait for more snow and ski season to start. This #petroglyph is believed to be among some of the oldest in New Mexico along the #RioGrandeGorge. Any thoughts about what it represents? #hiketaos #travelnm #exploretaos #taosskivalley.com #almostwinter #riograndedelnorte #history #archaeology #NavajoNation #TaosPueblo

âin the forecast tonight, last night we went down to the #Rio Grande for some #Taos time with the stars ðð â Speaking of time, 23 days until the slopes open! Are your #skis and #snowboards ready? Swing by @cottamsskishops to get a tune, and everything else you need to carve up the slopes in three weeks. #taosskivalley #skiing #snowboarding #locallove #mountaintown #ridetaos #openmindsopenmountains

Some of our favorite signs, along the #trail to our favorite #alpinelake. With a couple inches fresh yesterday the #hikingtrails all have snow, you don't need snowshoes yet but wear sturdy boots. Through this weekend we expect sunny days with cool temps and a light breeze at times, conditions should be great for some #hiking before winter sets in âð²ð and of course to warm up afterwards with a hot bowl of #greenchile @straydogcantina! #hiketaos #hikenm #travelnm #taosskivalley #williamslake #wheelerpeak #goldhill #longcanyon #bullofthewoods #newmexicotrue

The air is better up here - beginning December 19th fly non-stop from #Austin or #Dallas to #Taos on #TaosAir â You can be on the slopes #skiing and #snowboarding a few hours from your front door! Click the link on our bio for everything you need to book the perfect #skitrip this winter ââð The views of our planet ð from the sky are marvelous as you approach the mountains #skitaos #ridetaos #sangredecristos #skitexas #txtonm #visit #taosskivalley #kachinapeak #lonestar #longhorn #newmexicotrue

The mountains look great with the first Winter snow ââ As you gear up for the season hit up #BootDoctors in the village, they've been here a long time and their crew are some of the most experienced in the industry Specializing in: Custom Boot Fitting Precision Ski Tuning Demo Ski Rental Snowshoe Rental Clothing & Accessories #skitaos #ridetaos #telemark #freeride #skiseason #snowboarding #skiing #skishop #WheelerPeak #Kachina #TaosSteep #TaosSkiValley.com

Signs of things to come - less than five weeks 'till the slopes open, and the #Bavarian ðð» Even though it's still #October the excitement is growingðð + the new #KachinaBasin area is pretty cool * * * #skitaos #taosskivalley.com #ridetaos #kachinapeak #skinewmexico #greenchile #travel #skiing #snowboarding #sunnydays #snowynights

Celebrating its 37th year, the Taos Mountain Balloon Rally has become one of them most popular Taos community events. This Friday October 25th through Sunday, vibrant color is added to the vista as the Taos skies are filled with dozens of bright hot air balloons lifting into the clear, cold dawn of a Taos Mountain sunrise. Smaller than many such events, the Taos Mountain Balloon Rally is an invitational and typically hosts 35-50 balloons and crews each year. The rally â primarily because it is smaller and more intimate â has become a popular stop for balloonists, families and crews, Taoseños and visitors alike. Parents and kids get âup-close and personalâ with the balloonists every morning as the crews prepare for launch. Want to experience a hot air balloon ride yourself? @puebloballooncompany offers guided rides above the Rio Grande most days, give them a call and visit our website www.taosskivalley.com for more info

The road to adventure leads to #TaosNewMexico ð How would you like to experience the majestic #landscape of the #RioGrandeGorge while floating above the river in a #hotairballoon? ð@puebloballooncompany can take you there #riograndedelnorte #nationalmonument #explore #newmexicotrue #adventure #travelnm #taos #visit www.taosskivalley.com

Calling all #mountainbikers, #outdoorlovers, #storytellers, #conservationists, and anyone who needs a #weekendgetaway when the airfares and other rates are lower but beauty still at full tilt! Read about Ride the Rift (ridetherifttaos.com) on Oct. 13âand many, many more exciting events that October brings in #TaosCounty and elsewhere in northern NMâin our latest blog at taosskivalley.com/blog. #Outdoors #NatureLovers #OctoberInTaos #TaosSkiValley #Taos #NorthernNewMexico #NewMexicoTrue #NMTrue #MountainBike #Bike #RideTheRift #FITaos #Hike #Hiking #SOMOSTaos

Some of the best #rockclimbing in -#NewMexico is found right here in the ski valley, but don't take it for #granite 'cause there's also endless opportunities nearby like the #basalt cliffs in the #RioGrandeGorge. @mountainskillsguides pioneered many of the local routes and now provides guided opportunities to learn basic skills or utilize your experience on the best rock around. Check out their feed for some amazing pics. This energizing sport is one of the best ways to experience the mountains, test your skills or push yourself to new heights on a climbing #adventure in #TaosSkiValley! #climbtaos #taostrue #rocks

The local #aspentrees are at their peak right now, you can find one of the best places for amazing #Autumn views at the Kachina Vista Municipal Park - head up Twining Road and take a left onto the Phoenix Switchback, then turn right onto Kachina Road. Dogs are welcome on this one mile #hike (or #bikeride!) across the valley from the #Longhorn and #NorthAmerican ski runs Looks like there's a cold front coming through tomorrow with a slight chance for snow, Friday could be a good opportunity to see a fresh dusting on the yellow leaves ððâ

Our last seasonal #fullmoonhike is this Sunday, October 13th, starting at 7:30pm. Meet at #WilliamsLake hiker parking and enjoy a casual hike to the lake - 2 miles from the trailhead. There is 1,000 ft. of elevation gain from the start at 10,200 ft. Bring a flashlight or headlamp, warm jacket, snacks and wear long pants - it's getting cold at night now. The trail is rocky so sturdy hiking shoes are recommended. Have fun under the #NewMexico #moonlight! It's amazingly beautiful and serene hiking through the #forest when the #moon is bright.

#RidetheRift October 13th - come ride with us and @fitaos96 at this annual community #mountainbike event ð geared for all levels of riding and all age groups! Always a fun event, there will be four different courses: a 12+ mile loop for more advanced and athletic intermediate riders, a 4.5 mile loop for novice adults and kids who can ride some singletrack and don't mind going uphill a bit, a shorter true beginner loop and a 1/3 mile kiddie loop for strider bikes, training wheels, and kiddos that aren't ready for full on singletrack. This is a free event, with donations and raffle to benefit @taoscomposite, our area's high school #mtb team Visit us at www.TaosSkiValley.com for more info and links to the registration page.

Check out this #aspengold at Garcia Park! Conditions are great to get your #Autumn bike rides in, this one is along the renowned #SouthBoundaryTrail between Angel Fire and Taos. @gearingupbikestaos has rentals available if you need a bike, as well as all the apparel and gear you need for an epic #singletrack adventure in the #TaosMountains, come see wht this is the most popular time of the year to #RideTaos #MTB! #MountainBike #BikeShop #EnchantedCircleTrails #NewMexicoMTB #TaosSkiValley.com

#AutumnColors are starting to shine in our beautiful #mountaintown! Come on up and enjoy the show, conditions are great on the #hiking and #mountainbike #trails and it looks like the peak colors are going to be sometime next week. Also there's a slight chance we could see some snow on the high peaks tomorrow ð£ #taosskivalley.com #hiketaos #travelnm #taosnm #naturesbeauty #aspentrees #mountainlove #mountainvibes

#RidetheRift ð support the local #Taos area high school #mtb team - a fun day of riding on the #RiftValleyTrail, ana amazing scenic part of the #RioGrandedelNorte #NationalMonument. This is a free event sponsored by @taosmtb @northsidetsv @gearingupbikestaos #TaosCyclery #TaosLandTrust @taoscow and more. #RideTaos #BikeTaos #RioGrandeGorge #MountainBiking #NewMexicoMTB #TaosTrue #TaosNM #VisitTaos

One of the first Aspen trees to go full-gold so far this year, there's a hint of autumn in the air but it seems like summer is holding on. Last year the peak colors were this week but this year it's just starting, there's a chance of snow developing for this weekend, could these be signs for a great winter ahead? We sure hope so, stay tuned! By the way trail conditions are perfect to enjoy a hike or bike ride, got to love the #TaosOutdoors!

One of our favorite resaurants is the Terrace Bar and Grill @taoscountryclub - pair Golf and dinner for two every Thursday at 4pm. Three course dinner for two with green fees and cart $89/couple. Call 575-758-7300 and mention TSV Chamber to reserve #GolfTaos #VisitTaos #TravelNM #NewMexicoTRUE #NewMexicoGolf #Golfing #TerraceRestaurant

River season is still going strong, with the highest water we've had at the end of summer for several years. The mountains are cooling down you can still enjoy warm summer-like temps in the #RioGrandeGorge. Reposted from @losriosriverrunners - Want to enjoy the wild and scenic of the Middle Box in the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument, come and float with us on our Middle Box Funyak full day Adventure Tuesday, September 17. Book now at www.losriosriverrunners.com . . . #adventure #adventuretime #becauseitsfun #funyaks #visittaos #discovertaos #nmtrue #taos #losriosriverrunners #losrios #riograndedelnortenationalmonument #riverrunners #RioGrande #newmexico

Well #Autumn is starting to show the first colors of the season it's a good time to jump on the @cumbrestoltec for a ride through some of Northern #NewMexico's most beautiful country! Chugging over #CumbresPass you'll be treated to some amazing colors through lots and lots of aspen and mountain oak forests. Enjoy the ride before winter sets in, it'll be here soon! #newmexicotrue #narrowgauge #railroad #visittaos #travelnm #beautifulnm #adventure

Reposted from @paseoproject - For 5 years we've brought art to the streets of Taos. Don't miss this year's amazing festival. September 13 and 14! . . . #paseoproject #taos #nmtrue #taosisart #paseo #paseotaos #paseotaos2019 #interactive #installationart #largescalesculpture #projectionart #performanceart

The new #mountainbike #flowtrail is looking pretty rad! Thanks to a lot of intense work by @taosbikeparktrailcrew and @gravity_logic we're going to have a sweet #mtbpark accessed by Lift #4. After this one is completed a few more are in the plans for next Summer. Stay tuned as this exciting project continues ... #ridetaos #skitaos #downhillmtb #taosskivalley #bikes #flow #ridenm #cycling #taosmtb #taosoutdoors

#TrailRunners - 8 more days to register for the #BulloftheWoods #TrailRun! Reposted from @taostread - Race course recon today - it still blows our mind! ð¸Kachina Peak Marathon ridge descent 12,000ft â Bull of the Woods Trail Run Sept. 14th - @taosskivalley Registration closes 9/12/19 Bullofthewoodsrun.com â #trailrunning #bullofthewoodsrun #halfmarathon #marathon #kachinapeakmarathon #mountain #race #running #taos #mountains #vert #highcountry #views #taosskivalley #run #highaltitude #mountainrunning #bethebull

It's #sunflower season in #Taos! That means warm sunny days and warm fleeces/down jackets at night in #TaosSkiValley. With the crowds gone and kids back in school, September can't be beat. It's literally and figuratively cooler up here. Learn all about upcoming eventsâlike the ski valley's #Oktoberfestâand late-summer/fall activities in our latest blog at www.taosskivalley.com . . #Sunsets #LateSummer #FallWeather #Hiking #MountainBiking #Climbing #HorsebackRiding #TaosNewMexico #NewMexico #NewMexicoTrue

Mark your calenders for this Saturday, August 31st and tell your pups because we will be hosting the 2nd Annual Mutt Strut! The day will be filled with a 5k Dog Fun Run/Walk, dog activities, music, food and fun with proceeds benefitting @strayheartstaos This fun event will be held out of the Resort Center Plaza, visit our site www.taosskivalley.com for registration info and more #muttstrut #taosskivalley #nmtrue #doghike #hikenm #fun #welovedogs #mountaindogs #mountaintownvibes

Have you ever found yourself at a #SecretLake hidden in the #mountains? The weather is great for a hike up here! #williamslake #wheelerpeak #kachinapeak #hiketaos #taosskivalley #visittaos #taostrue #outdooradventure #taosoutdoors #alpinelake #forests #trees #hiking #beauty #naturalwonders #sangredecristomountains

Dust off those #lederhosen and #dirndls folks, because it's how much time for #Oktoberfest at #TaosSkiValley! Join us at the #BavarianRestaurant on Saturday & Sunday, September 14th & 15th for this Celebration! Authentic Schuplatter band, German beer and food, activities and crafts for kids, stein holding contests and so much more. Visit www.taosskivalley.com to purchase your steins add a discounted pre-sale price, which includes tokens for beer or soda. Every year this is a fun event, hope to see you here!

Mark your calendars Saturday, Auguat 31st and tell your pups because Taos Ski Valley will be hosting the 2nd Annual Mutt Strut! The day will be filled with a 5k Dog Fun Run/Walk, dog activities, music, food and fun with proceeds benefitting Taos Stray Hearts This fun event will be held out of the Resort Center Plaza, visit our site www.taosskivalley.com for registration info and more #muttstrut #taosskivalley #nmtrue #doghike #hikenm #fun #welovedogs #mountaindogs #mountaintown #skiareavibes #rockymountains

Reposted from @gearingupbikestaos - @northsidetsv has some incredibly fun #trails, like this one the #WheelerPeak trail at the top of #FrazerMountain. Monsoon season is winding down and dry conditions currently are perfect to explore this amazing #crosscountry #bikepark in @taosskivalley Need a bike? We have @iamspecialized_mtb #Enduro and #Stumpjumper rentals perfect for this #trailsystem! And some other models. Give us a call or come by the shop for availabilities and sizing.

Have you ever heard of a #wine festival offering complimentary, guided activitiesâranging from night #skywatching with a seasoned #astronomer, to #flyfishing clinics, to #horsebackriding through fragrant aspen and pine groves, and moreâwith a festival ticket? Well, you have now. The third annual #TaosSkiValley Summer Wine Festival 2019âcoming up next weekend (Aug. 23-25)âhas a slew of free, guided outdoor activities for those who sign up early (while slots last) alongside the sipping of a well-curated selection of the fermented grape⦠all for the price of entry. Find all the details in our latest blog at taosskivalley.com/blog. . . #DrinkWine #WineFeativals #WineTasting #NightSkyWatching #Hiking #MountainClimbing #Outdoors #SangreDeCristo #Taos #TaosNewMexico #NMTrue #NewMexicoTrue

Thirty years ago in 1989, millions of filmgoers were introduced to the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad when it starred as the âcircus trainâ in the blockbuster movie, Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Today, Indyâs boyhood home as depicted in the movie is a Bed & Breakfast blocks from where you can board the Cumbres & Toltec and ride over the same route that was used in the movie, traveling by steam locomotive for 64 miles across the Rocky Mountains. You might not encounter snakes, a rhino or a giraffe, but you will see railroading just as it was depicted in the film â and youâll pass by a special water tower erected for the movie, which Indiana Jones used to make his escape.

Is rosé still the ânew black?â Come to #TaosSkiValleyâs 2019 Summer Wine Festival, August 23-25, to find out. Where else can you sample a variety of wines under the soaring Sangre de Cristos with #wine experts to guide you PLUS get a slew of _free_ outdoor activities with your wine festival ticket? Nowhere. Learn more in our latest blog at wwww.taosskivalley.com/blog. #TaosSkiValleySummerWineFestival #Taos #TaosNewMexico #WineFestival #WineTasting #Viticulture #Vino #SummerWine

Itâs not too late to join us for tomorrowâs (Saturday, Aug. 3) 14th Annual Up & Over 10K in #TaosSkiValley (TSV). Itâs a great stand-alone experience OR training race for longer trail runs like Septemberâs TSV #BullOfTheWoodsRun. You can register in person or pick up your packets in the Resort Plaza today, Friday, Aug. 2, 4:00-6:00 p.m. and tomorrow morning from 7:00-8:45 a.m., before the race starts. Either way, happy trails!ððð¼ð #UpAndOver10K #TrailRace #TrailRun #TrailRunning #TrailRunningViews #TrailRunningNewMexico #Running #NewMexicoRunning #RunNewMexico #RunTaos #Taos #TaosNewMexico #NMTrue

Afternoon showers and thunderstorms are possible each day through the weekend, if you're hiking get started early and bring a rain jacket, and enjoy the wildflowers, the mountains are so lush this year! #hiketaos #hikenm #travelnm #continentaldivide #riogrande #sangredecristos #taosskivalley.com/play

#explorethehighcountry - have you ever ventured to hidden places full of mystique and the magical essence of enchanted history? Whether the #RioGrande or the #SangredeCristo #mountains are calling you, #HeritageInspirations will guide you to the most intriguing places in northern #NewMexico. Give them a call to book a #hiking tour and experience the #landofenchantment with pure amazement. Visit our site www.taosskivalley.com and navigate to Heritage Inspiration Tours to find out more https://www.taosskivalley.com/member/heritage-inspiration-tours #hikenm #travelnm #enchantment #riograndegorge #petroglyphs #ancienthistory #taostrue #hiketaos

#explorethehighcountry via #mountainbike @northsidetsv - the extensive network of handbuilt #singletrack on #northsideattaosskivalley's #trailsystem is geared for intermediate to expert riders seeking out #highalpine terrain, amazing #scenicvistas, and burly climbs rewarded with thrilling descents. All the trails are open, come check out this renowned #MTB park at the peak of #wildflower season! #ridetaos #biketaos #mtbnewmexico #taosmtb #thisistaos #visittaos #taosskivalley #newmexicotrue #enchantedcircletrails #bikes #cycling #forestride #summer #summerinthemountains #rockymountains #sangredecristomountains

#explorethehighcountry and experience the #oldwest - in #taosskivalley you can do both on a #horseback #trailride with Big Al! Al has been guiding folks of all ability levels on rides to some of the most amazing places in the #RockyMountains for over 30 years, starting from his #horsecamp on #BulloftheWoods mountain. We guarantee you'll love the views and create memories that will last a lifetime. Visit us at www.taosskivalley.com to find out everything you need to build your trip, and give Al a call to book a ride (575) 751-6051. #taossummer #ridetaos #mountainvibes #sangredecristos #taostrue #thisistaos #visittaos #newmexicotrue

Hey #trailrunners, have you dashed up #TaosSkiValley's high-alpine #hikingtrails that wind through stands of whispering aspen and flowering meadows to reach peaks that allow you to see all the way to #Colorado? No? Well, now's your chance to take in our cool #mountainbreezes and panoramic views while challenging your glutes, quads and perseverance in our #UpAndOver10K trail run. Learn all about this popular #trailrun, including how it serves as a good training race and how to register, in our latest blog (taosskivalley.com/blog). #UpAndOver10K #TaosSkiValleyTrailRun #TrailRunning #TrailRun #TrailRunners #TrailRunningViews #TrailRuns #Taos #TaosNewMexico #NewMexicoTrue #NMTrue

It doesn't get any better than this! Perfect weather, excellent trail conditions, and amazing views of the highest mountain in New Mexico. 74° at #WilliamsLake today. The new trail is pretty rad, look for it just uphill from the Phoenix and Lift 4, it rejoins the old trail a little ways after crossing into the #WheelerPeak #wilderness. #hiketaos #hiking #taosskivalley #alpinebeauty #publiclands #mountainlove #nature #naturalwonders #sangredecristos #newmexicotrue #landofenchantment

How many types of trout can you find in #TaosSkiValley and #NorthernNewMexico? This smiling #fisherwomanâand our fly fishing blog (taosskivalley.com/blog)âcan tell you. The trick is finding our many hidden lakes and streams as well as the best spots along our roaring rivers. Yes, there will still be solitary and serene spots to discover during the #July4th holiday stretch; with 30 years of casting expertise, #CutthroatFlyFishing can guide you to them. And ensure that your smile is as wide as the one in this photo. #FlyFishTaos #FlyFishing #FlyFisherwoman #FlyFisherman #FlyFisher #Fishing #Fisherman #Outdoors #OutdoorLovers #RioGrandeDelNorte #RioHondo #ChamaRiver

#wildflowers are out in the #mountains! Mornings this coming week should be perfect to enjoy a #hike, with a chance for afternoon showers as #monsoon season begins. Stop to smell the #wildroses! #fremontgeranium #yerbacanyon #lobopeak #hiketaos Check out our #hikingtrail report at www.taosskivalley.com for more info and conditions on our #localtrails

Have you ever enjoyed a #narrowguauge ride through the #mountains? Experience beauty of the northern #NewMexico and southern #Colorado mountains aboard the @cumbrestoltec #scenicrailroad, immersed in history and #westernculture - the #Cumbres&Toltec was originally constructed in 1880 as part of the #RioGrande's narrow gauge San Juan extension to transport #silver ore from #miningdistricts in the southern #SanJuanMountains. However in 1893 the repeal of the Sherman Act had a devistating affect on the silver mining industry, in the decades that followed this section of the railroad was left abandoned until a brief period of prosperity in the 1940's and 50's, then in 1970 Colorado and New Mexico jointly purchased the track from Antonito to Chama and converted it to a tour the next year the C & TS has been operating as a popular attraction since! The views are incredible as you travel through the heart of the southern San Juans along the #ContinentalDivide. Visit us at www.TaosSkiValley.com to link up with this awesome attraction!

Skeptical of #flyfishing? Never fear, #TaosSkiValley and the town of #Taos have excellent local guidesâincluding the #SolitaryAngler, who will take you to blue ribbon #trout-filled streams reserved strictly for clientsâfor everyone from the novice to the seasoned #flyfisher. Now is the time to visit. Check out our latest blog to learn more (taosskivalley.com/blog)! #FlyFishTaos #FlyFisherman #FlyFisherwomen #FlyFishingJunkie #Fishing

Of the many ways to experience #Taos and #NorthernNewMexico one of our favorites which we highly recommend is a guided tour with #HeritageInspirations - with an emphasis on adventure and passion for highlighting the artistic personalities, cultural significance, historic appeal and natural wonders of our beautiful area - you can experience anything from a scenic tour of the villages and pueblos, stargazing beneath a beautiful night sky, to a leisurely float down the Rio via #paddleboard. And many more opportunities! Guaranteed you'll have a great time and create wonderful memories, as well as an intimate understanding of what makes New Mexico such a magical an #enchanting place. visit our site www.taosskivalley.com for more info about this wonderful #locallyowned #travelcompany, and link up with them at www.heritageinspirations.com #travelnm #visittaos #newmexicotrue #taosskivalley #hiketaos #riograndedelnorte

The adage rings true in the #NewMexicoMountains - come for the winter, stay for the summer. The experience is magical! #TaosTrue #NewMexicoTRUE #TravelNM #HikeTaos #BikeTaos #Camping #WhitewaterRafting #FlyFishing #MountainBiking #TaosOutdoors #SummerinTaos #GreatOutdoors #SangredeCristos #RioGrande #RioGrandedelNorte Find great deals to accompany your adventures - lodging, dining, shopping and more at www.TaosSkiValley.com

#biketrail update - the #Pioneer flow trails @skitaos are open today, they're riding great thanks to the awesome trail crew's work getting them ready for a new season! These novice-intermediate trails feature small jumps and rollers perfect to warm up on or hone your technical skills. More trails are in the works, stay tuned for updates later this summer. Our favorite cross country #singletrack trails should be open soon @northsidetsv, there's still some snow up high while the lower trails are clearing out - come experience this one of a kind #mountainbike park and see why it's ranked as one of the best places to ride in the #RockyMountains! #RideTaos #BikeTaos #RideNorthside #VisitTaos www.TaosSkiValley.com

CALLING ALL ANGLERS! #Fishing holes at #TaosSkiValley are filled to the gills (pun intended! ð) with fresh water and #trout. Now is the time to hire a local #angler to introduce you to the watery side of our high-alpine and high-desert haven. Check out our latest blog for recommendations: taosskivalley.com/blog. #FlyFishing #Angling #TheSolitaryAngler #CutthroatFlyFishing #Taos #NewMexicoTrue

For a unique experience right in the heart of #Taos, visit the #JohnDunnShops where you'll find a colorful array of locally owned shops, galleries and eateries that offers something for everyone! Summer is almost here and Taos is in bloom, enjoy the flowers and gardens while you stroll around this historic area #shoplocal #shoplocaltaos #visittaos #taosplaza

#NewMexico's highest point #WheelerPeak from the south. Most of the snow has melted, the #WilliamsLakeTrail is still covered but it's melting out quick, most of the other #hiking trails in our area are clear. Visit www.TaosSkiValley.com for awesome info about #OutdoorAdventures in our area and more info about the hiking trails accessed from our village. #hiketaos #hikenm #travelnm #visittaos #sangredecristomountains

What a view from the top of #BulloftheWoods Mountain! If you've ever thought of going on a #horsebackride with #TaosSkiValley WildernessAdventures this is a great time to book a trip, the snow is melting and rides start soon. Big Al and his master #wranglers will bring you to some of the most beautiful places in #NewMexico. Visit www.taosskivalley.com for more info, or call directly to (575) 751-6051. #VisitTaos #NewMexicoTRUE #RideTaos #SangredeCristoMountains

Summer is quickly approaching and as you gear up for some #mountainadventures we have some info about the local trails to help plan your trips, visit our #hiking page at www.taosskivalley.com for more info and recommendations; There is still a lot of snow in the high country, more than we've seen during June for several years! The #WilliamsLake trail is snowpacked from the wilderness boundary to the lake. This is one of the most popular hikes in our area and is well traveled, though with the trail hidden by the above-average snowpack and not readily apparent there are foot paths that don't follow the actual route. A gps app such as #hikingproject can be useful, and look for the blue paint blazes on trees. The snow is pretty firm but softens during the afternoons, be prepared to posthole and get your feet wet, boot gators and trekking poles are recommended. Keep your eyes open for forest critters and other wildlife, the #chipmunks and #grayjays love to swoop in and say hi at the lake! If you're into #backcountryskiing and #snowboarding the #WheelerPeakWilderness has plenty of snow up high providing opportunities to ride some nice lines this summer, #knowbeforeyougo, and know how to assess conditions including avalanche potential. The trails in the #ColumbineHondoWilderness are mostly clear of snow, #YerbaCanyon gets our top recommendation this week as its almost completely dry up to treeline and the #aspentrees have their leaves! #ManzanitaCanyon and the #ItalianosTrail are hiking nicely, the #GavilanCanyonTrail is also in great shape with some snow in the highest reaches. #BulloftheWoods and #LongCanyon are good to go with a few scattered snow patches to cross. The #WheelerPeak trail is still snowbound, quite deep in some places and provides excellent opportunities for some #highalpine trekking for an experienced #peakbagger. Get an early start and bring plenty of food and water on your #wildernessadventures! #hiketaos #hikenm #travelnm #visittaos #adventure #taostrue #nmtrue #taosskivalley

What better way to spend the weekend (or any weekday) than enjoying amazing views on one of the most scenic golf courses in the #RockyMountains!? @taoscountryclub offers a #golfcourse known far and wide for its dramatic views of the #SangredeCristoMountains and intricate design that provides an awesome challenge for any enthusiastic golfer! To complement the course, the #TerraceRestaurant is the perfect place to relax and soak in the views, with a tasty beverage and delicious food. Don't miss the #SundayBrunch featuring a #bloodymary bar, one trip here and you'll see why this is one of Taos' locals and visitors' favorite places to hang out. #TaosOutdoors #SummerinNewMexico #VisitTaos #NewMexicoTRUE

Spring wildflowers are going off along the #RioGrandeGorge trails ~ and conditions are perfect to enjoy a #hike or #bikeride during the day ~ if you're looking for trail recommendations and views like these swing by @gearingupbikestaos, they know the area and have some awesome maps to bring along on your ride! Mornings should be crisp and clear this weekend, with a slight chance for scattered rain showers during the afternoons to watch for. Higher up we still have a lot of snow, the trails @northsidetsv are starting to melt out and should be rideable soon ~ we'll be riding there as soon as possible so stay tuned for more info about this amazing #highalpine #singletrack and #trail system. To find a good hike in the mountains, the Yerba, Manzanita and Italianos trails are in great shape, Gavilan has some snow near the meadows that's passable. The Williams Lake and Wheeler Peak trails are still snowbound but hikeable, if you're goal is a #mountainadventure bring some sturdy boots and gators and follow the trail to amazing views #SangredeCristoMountains. Visit our site www.TaosSkiValley.com for more info! #HikeTaos #HikeNM #BikeNewMexico #RideTaos #EnchantedCircleTrails #TaosMTB #BikeTaos #MountainHiking #NewMexicoTRUE #WheelerPeak #RideNorthside #CarsonNationalForest #RiftValleyTrail #RidetheRift

Summer is quickly approaching and we have an amazing lineup of exciting events happening! But you don't have to wait to experience all that Taos has to offer. There's a lot to do here and we have lots of suggestions and ideas. Visit our site www.taosskivalley.com for exclusive deals including activities such as #flyfishing, #hotairballoon rides, #bowling, #rockclimbinging and #hiking trips, as well as discounts on dining and lodging options. We have a lot to offer in our mountains without the crowds you'll find at other destinations. Right now we highly recommend a #whitewaterrafting trip, the #RioGrande and other rivers in our area are flowing better than they have for several years thanks to the awesome winter we had, if you've been considering going on a rafting trip this is the year to do it! #visittaos #newmexicotrue #taosskivalley

We love our local wildlife, rivers, forests and all the natural beauty that our mahestic mountains sustain. Congrats @skitaos and thanks for all the hard work you're doing! For the second time in three years, #TaosSkiValley has been awarded the industryâs most coveted award for sustainability: the #GoldenEagle award for environmental excellence chosen by the National Ski Areas Association (NSAA). Taos won the Golden Eagle âInnovation in Sustainabilityâ award for its cutting-edge food dehydrator system, which significantly reduces food waste. Michael Bower, Taos Ski Valleyâs director facilities, received the award at the NSAA annual conference in San Diego earlier this month.  During the 2018-2019 winter season, Taos invested in the large-scale food dehydrator, which keeps more than 80 percent of the food waste generated at resort restaurants out of the area landfills, and instead transforms the waste into rich soil amendment. Not only does it reduce the amount of trash produced by the resort, but it also significantly cuts down on carbon dioxide and methane produced by the waste. During the ski season, Taos was able to convert more than 7,000 pounds of food waste into over 700 pounds of soil amendment. âThe investment in the food dehydrator was just one of many investments weâre making to help protect our community, our environment and our mountain for generations to come,â said David Norden, CEO of Taos Ski Valley. âWe operate with a set of core values that ensures that we respect and, where possible, improve our air, water and land quality. Winning the award is gratifying, and we plan to continue to push the envelope in delivering smart, effective environmental programs.â

Check out this video from @losriosriverrunners at #SunshineRapid ð»âð how fun does this look! Reposted from @losriosriverrunners - A little bit of the #TaosBox for your enjoyment... Welcome to sunset rapid, the last rapid on the Taos Box. This is a boat of @taosskivalley snowmakers seeing there hard work melt into river fun! . . . #discovertaos #visittaos #becauseitsfun #losriosriverrunners #losrios #whitewaterrafting #taosnewmexico #taos #whitewaterrafting #rafting #riograndedelnortenationalmonument #Riogrande #sunset #nmtrue #newmexico #adventure #aguaesvida

From our friends @gearingupbikestaos; After five days of snow, rain and clouds the sun is shining and our mesa trails are starting to dry out again. We're stoked to have an above-average snowpack and enough water in the mountains to keep the streams flowing, and hopefully avert any forest closures like last year (wildfire conditions are rated low across the Carson NF). It's shaping up to be a great week to get some riding in! Remember when you encounter a muddy section especially on trails like the #RiftValley, #WestRimTrail and #HorsethiefMesaLoop, keep your #drivetrain clean and running smooth by walking around the mud. Grit, gravel and debris in the wet coliche sticks to everything and can find it's way into the smallest spaces causing inconvenient problems when you pedal, and possibly damage to your bike. Have fun out there, swing by a shop if you need a tune-up or recommendations on where to ride. And we just ordered a bunch of socks featuring creative and flashy themes, keep your feet happy and express your artistic style on the trail! #taosmtb #biketaos #ridetaos #taosoutdoors #bikenm #bikenewmexico #riograndemtb #riogrande #bikepacking #bikeshred #singletrack #bikeinstyle #taostrue #shoplocal #shoplocaltaos

After a few days of stormy weather (much appreciated precipitation bringing much needed H2O) the sun is shining and it's a beautiful day in #TaosNM! Fly high with @puebloballooncompany, experience the #RioGrande from a perspective you'll never forget. The views are stunning as you dip down towards the #river with the #SangredeCristo mountains across the valley ... a truly remarkable tour. #hotairballoon #balloonride #puebloballooncompany #riograndegorge #visittaos #taostrue #taosskivalley #newmexicotrue Visit www.taosskivalley.com for more info

#ElNino has brought a welcome change this year, after last year's historic drought kept us high and dry. This year the rivers are flowing strong, the mesas are green and the highest elevations are holding a deep snowpack. Conditions are great all-around #Taos for #whitewaterrafting, #mountainbiking and #hiking. And if you're into #backcountryskiing and #snowboarding this is quite a season! We just looked at the forecast and the storm we've been watching looks like it's turning into a significant precipitation event, with up to a couple feet of snow possible through the weekend! There should be some good opportunities to hike for some turns, of course #knowbeforeyougo and assess avalanche conditions carefully, we've seen some big snowstorms during May before and this could be one of them. Be aware that within the ski area boundaries mountain ops crews may be working, please avoid any areas where you see snowcats or snowmobiles or anywhere there appears to be an active work site. We want everyone to have fun but more importantly to be safe while enjoying our #publiclands on the #CarsonNationalForest, and remember that respect gains respect. Happy trails! For more info about trail conditions and the weather head on over to our hiking page at www.taosskivalley.com/play/summer-activities/hiking #hiketaos #taosoutdoors #biketaos #riogrande #wheelerpeak #kachinapeak #sangredecristos

The new Summer menu is on @aceqrestaurant, featuring classic entrees and creative specials from some of #Taos's #culinary masters, made with love! In the heart of #ArroyoSeco, #Aceq is the perfect place to enjoy after a day of adventures in the #TaosOutdoors! Opens at 5pm for dinner every day. #TaosTrue #VisitTaos #TaosSkiValley #LocalArt #FarmtoTable #ShopLocal #TaosNM

#waterislife - it starts here. Flow down through the snowpack, to the ground. Into a creek, to a stream. Through the canyon, to a tributary, into the mighty Rio. Sustain life, bring joy and prosperity. Greet the Ocean with love, rise to the sky, atmosphere flows. Rain. Snow. Fun. This is but one mountain, which we must respect, treat it with gratitude. It does not belong to us, tho our spirits are in it's grasp. The mountain rests and breathes, after the energetic buzz of ski season. The snowpack is deep and the continuous cycle goes on in the early morning light. We love You, Kachina! #respectnature #mountainlove #taosskivalley #newmexicotrue #earth #taos #water

The Rio Grande is the heart and soul of northern New Mexico. It's an important corridor for wildlife, and provides recreational opportunities for nature lovers of all kinds! We had a great winter with lots of snow, it's starting to melt and today the Rio is flowing above 1400cfs, afternoon temps are in the upper 70s - perfect conditions for a river adventure! Whether you want swift-flowing #whitewater or a relaxing cruise to enjoy the #scenery you can find it with any of our local rafting outfitters. Visit our website www.taosskivalley.com for info on booking a trip and lodging recommendations.

If you love #mountainbiking and beautiful scenery, #Taos is an energizing place to know! The trails along the #RioGrandeGorge are in great shape for a morning or afternoon ride. This view can be found along the #HorsethiefMesaLoop trail a little ways down the road from us in #ArroyoHondo. It's an intermediate 12 mile #singletrack loop ride with lots of amazing views of the gorge and the mountains, and an overlook abobe the #JohnDunnBridge. If you need to refuel head up the road into El Prado and grab a slice and cold beverage at #Pizanos @taospizza, a delicious way to cool down after your ride! We recommend the #MTBProject app to find all the good riding spots in our area, with descriptions and maps including GPS tracks. #mtb #biketaos #ridetaos #enchantedcircletrails #taosskivalley #taosoutdoors Visit www.taosskivalley.com for more info and exciting outdoor adventures in our area!

Spring is in full bloom @ojospa! About an hour's drive from #TaosSkiValley (a quite scenic and beautiful drive), these majestic #hotsprings are a must when you #visittaos. Bring your lift ticket or Taos season pass for 20% off Springs entrance or lodging through April 30th. Grab a bite to eat at the Artesian Restaurant, featuring locally-grown greens and veggies fresh from the @ojofarm, their salads are delicious and nutritious (we also recommend the green chile fries, they are amazing!). There's also an extensive #hiking and #mountainbike trail network on BLM lands adjacent to the #spa, featuring a 2 mile loop to ancient #NativeAmerican lodges along the P'osi Pueblo trail - learn about some important #NewMexico history - everything for an exciting (and relaxing) adventure awaits you at #OjoCaliente! #ojospa #soakyourbones #newmexicohistory #hikenm #bikenm #visitnewmexico #taostrue #taosadventure #newmexicotrue

Summer camps with @fitaos96 are full of active, hands-on adventure in the #TaosMountains and #TaosSkiValley! Lots of exciting activities are offered with various programs including weekday camps and weekends, visit our site at www.taosskivalley.com and www.fitaos.org for more info #taossummer #summerintaos #visittaos #newmexicotrue #adventure #mountainadventure #explorenm

Another season in the books... What a great winter it was! Close 300 inches of snow, so many powder days, and more smiles then we've ever seen! We can't thank you all enough for sharing your stories and experiences with us, let's keep the good times rolling as we transition to Summer! #Whitewaterrafting season has started, many of the #bike trails are dry and rideable, the hiking trails are melting out, and there's much more adventure to be had in and around #TaosSkiValley. #Backcountryskiing and #splitboarding is phenomenal here through June, as is the #flyfishing all across our region! Stay tuned to our website www.taosskivalley.com and keep following our social media posts for updates and info. #taosnm #taosoutdoors #newmexicotrue #visittaos #hikenm #biketaos #riogrande #wheelerpeakr

What a season it's been! The best snow we've seen for quite a few years, lots of new friendly faces and fun times all around. We hope you all had many great turns and memorable days! The lifts are closed tomorrow and Tuesday, then some will reopen Wednesday through Sunday for an encore to cap off the ski season, and it looks like it could snow, quite a bit if we're lucky we'll be closing out the season with some awesome powder. Hope to see you up here! #skitaos #ridetaos #skinewmexico #kachinapeak

The snowpack across the #SangredeCristo mountains, on #WheelerPeak and in the #WilliamsLake basin is 125% of average, spring conditions are setting in this week soon to fill the rivers and streams with snowmelt and fresh water, setting up a great #rafting season on the #RioGrande!Today it's flowing above 600cfs, look for a rise early next week as these beautiful conditions continue in the mountains. Further north in Colorado where the headwaters start the snowpack is up to 200%, what a season it's been, so many memorable #powderdays .... #waterislife #mountainlove #nmhighdesert #newmexicoadventure #taosoutdoors #riograndedelnorte #taosbox #racecourse #wildrivers #taostrue #whitewaterrafting

#TaosSunsets like this may happen often, but they're never boring! Summer will be here before we know it, once it is check out #Pizano's deck for one of the most amazing dinner views anywhere. Grab a quick slice or bring your friends and family, guaranteed you'll love the view! #taosviews #taospizza ##newmexicotrue

Beautiful day today, #bluebird sky and our above average snowpack is providing great conditions for your skis and boards. Snow returns tomorrow with a few inches in the forecast for Sunday. It's been a great water year and the rivers are starting to flow, quite a change from last year! Stay tuned for updates about Spring adventures in the #TaosSkiValley area, #whitewaterrafting season has started and much more awaits. The fun doesn't end when the lifts stop turning, it just shifts gears! #taosnm #visittaos #newmexicotrue #rafttaos #biketaos #hikenm #newmexicoadventure #riogrande #riogranderafting #newmexicowhitewater #kayak #paddleboard #sup #taostrue

We love our #NationalForest, the centerpiece of our community and skiing culture. Learn about the #CarsonNationalForest when you #SkiwithaRanger this afternoon, meet at 1pm by the Pioneer Lift. Then join Laura McCarthy of the Nature Conservancy at the #MartiniTree along with members of several organizations that manage wildfire, protect water, and create jobs in the forests. Discussion begins at 4:15, cash bar will be open. #taosskivalley #skithechange #nature

3" of fresh snow fell overnight in Taos Ski Valley with more in the forecast this afternoon. Come up to play! It's going to be a beautiful bluebird weekend! Visit our website for upcoming events this weekend, www.taosskivalley.com #taospow #ridetaos #skitaos #skinewmexico #newmexicopowderdays #enchantment #enchantedcircletrails #taosoutdoors

#Spring is in the air, which means there's lots of adventure in and around #TaosSkiValley! This time of year you can enjoy #powderskiing, #whitewaterrafting, #rockclimbing, #mountainbiking and lots, lots more. We have 3 more weeks to ride the lifts (the entire mountain is open with a 97" base!), it's the perfect time for a last-minute trip to the mountains. Check out our weekday lodging deals and availabilities at www.taosskivalley.com/stay

11 years slashing pow and surfing chutes at #TaosSkiValley, what a ride it's been! Our base is currently at 100 inches, with more snow expected throughout the week. Conditions are great, this #ElNino season keeps on producing magic! See you on the slopes! #RideTaos #SnowboardNewMexico #TaosPowder #RidePow #KachinaPeak #WestBasin #SangredeCristos

The fastest lift on the mountain, indeed! #blackdiamondespresso located by the base of Lift 1 and the Phoenix deck by Lift 4. Celebrating 11 years of snowboarding at Taos, today, with a #snowboard rally down Al's Run at 3:19pm #shoplocal #shoplocaltaos #taosskivalley #skitaos #ridetaos #taoscoffee #hotchocolate #espresso #coffee #skilift #snowboardtaos #kachinapeak

Couldn't ask for a nicer day on the mountain! Everything's open from the base to the peak with a 100 inch base. Another snow cycle is headed our way this week, our great powder season continues! Looking for a perfect #apresski spot to hang out? The #HondoRestaurant at the Snakedance is the perfect place to share stories of your epic day on the mountain, with an awesome #happyhour menu from 3 to 6. Check out their collection of historic pictures dating back to the early 1900s when the #HondoLodge was the centerpiece of #TwiningNM. #skitaos #taosskivalley #snowboardnewmexico #skinewmexico #kachinapeak #sangresecristos #springbreak2019 #elnino

Spring in Taos offers so many exciting adventures, on and off the snow! The mountains are covered with powder and the #skiing and #snowboarding is excellent biy that's not all ð as the high desert rivers and mesas wake up, water is flowing and the #NewMexicoSun shines bright - #whitewaterrafting season begins, #rockclimbing and #flyfishing opportunities abound, and more! Read about some of the many adventurous outdoor activities You can experience in our blog post at https://www.taosskivalley.com/blog ð #taosskivalley #visittaos #springbreak #mountainadventures #sangredecristos #riogrande #riograndedelnorte #wildandscenic #taosoutdoors

Another 4" last night, dreamy conditions on the mountain ... pow stashes everywhere ... âââ Another round of storms is lined up for next week, just when we thought it couldn't get any better! Visit www.TaosSkiValley.com to check last-minute lodging deals and apres events #taospowder #elnino #springbreak #skispringbreak #pow #powderday #skinewmexico #ridetaos #snowboardnewmexico #sangredecristos #newmexicoalpine #wheretherockiesbegin #skithechange #taosair #powstash

18" fresh in the last 24 hours â The wind that kept the lifts closed yesterday has subsided, it's going to be a great #TaosPowderDay today!â We have some last-minute lodging deals, find wonderful accommodations here; https://www.taosskivalley.com/trip-inquiry Looks like we're going to see the sun today, and another round of #freshsnow tonight. The #skiing and #riding doesn't get any better, get it while it's good! #taosspringbreak2019 #taosskivalley #skinewmexico #skitaos #ridetaos #skithechange #taospow #powderdays #riogrande #snowboarding #ridepow #pow

Scenes from the Taos #snowglobe ð¨ââ This storm has been great for us! A foot since the lifts closed yesterday, and over two feet since it started. While some lifts are on hold for wind and avalanche control, its a perfect day to warm up with some green chile stew at the #StrayDogCantina and @the_hondo_restaurant ðââ #skitaos #ridenm #taospowder #snowboardnewmexico #skinewmexico

Thanks to everyone for joining us to honor Corey Borg-Massanari and Matthew Zonghetti today, whether in person or in spirit on Kachina. These young men who loved skiing, and their families and friends will always be in our hearts and prayers, forever a part of these beloved mountains and our amazingly caring and compassionate community. So much gratitude for every moment we're here!

There's a lot to do besides skiing in Taos, if finding solitude in nature is your thing the many hiking trails on the #CarsonNationalForest provide excellent opportunities. There's nothing like stopping to take in the scene along a babbling mountain stream! This is along the Manzanita Trail about halfway between Arroyo Seco and the Ski Valley. Look for the trailhead on the left just after you pass the Taos East condos. #hiketaos #springbreak #taosspringbreak2019 #newmexicotrue #columbinehondowilderness #lobopeak #manzanita

Conditions are great and the mountain is ready for all Spring Breakers! We got a bunch of snow during February and March has started out with powder and New Mexico sunshine â Visit our website at www.TaosSkiValley.com to find all the useful info you need to create your amazing adventures in #Taos :) #thestokeishigh #taospow #powderdays #newmexicosun #bluebirdsky #thebabavarian #saintbernard #newmexicotrue #ridetaos #skitaos #kachinapeak #skinewmexico #taostrue #hiketaos #biketaos #sangresecristos #carsonnationalforest #snowshoe #snowmobile #skiing #snowboarding #skithechange #skipowder #ridepow #powderdays #skibueno #greenchile #redorgreen #nmtrue

Powder alert! This is been a great season for skiing and riding and it looks like it's going to continue, a strong Pacific storm is heading our way with over a foot expected by tomorrow night. Get those powder skis and boards ready, this could be a good one! #taospowder #skitaos #snowboardnewmexico #sangredecristos #elniñosnow #skithechange

Want a one-of-a-kind #ski photo with a spectacular #SangredeCristo backdrop, like this one? Well, then, you might want to schedule a trip to #TaosSkiValley so that #ColdSmoke photography's creative leader Alain Pinto and his team of talented shooters can snap it. Learn all about Alain and Cold Smoke in our latest âMerchants of Taos Ski Valleyâ blog (www.taosskivalley.com/blog). . . . #MakingLastingMemories #MerchantsofTaosSkiValley #SkiTaos #TaosSkiValleyPhotos #SkiPhotography #KachinaPeak

Fun ð» in ð¶ the â Sun! Every trip to this amazing peak brings gratitude, especially with these early Spring conditions And to top off an awesome run with a pretzel on the Bavarian deck ... so thankful to be #skiing at #TaosSkiValley! Looks like more in #NewMexicoSunshine tomorrow and chance for snow this weekend. Awesome conditions for the #Freeride comp. If you are up here tomorrow and Friday check it out, some of the best skiers and snowboarders in the West are here, it's pretty amazing to see them ride our world-class terrain. #SkiTaos #KachinaPeak #TaosFreeride #ElNino Visit www.TaosSkiValley.com for event schedules and inside info about the best places to hang out as Spring begins!

There's a lot of fun things you can do in #Taos besides skiing - one of our favorites we recommend is a #hotairballoon ride with @puebloballooncompany! They'll take you to some of the most spectacular views of the #RioGrandeGorge, mesas and arroyos of the #highdesert and the mountains around us. Visit our member directory at www.taosskivalley.com and give them a call at (575) 751-9877, we're sure you'll be glad you did! #taosballoon #hotairballoontaos #adventure #taosadventures #newmexicotrue #visittaos #skyhigh #newmexico

What a fantastic February this has been! We've had a bunch of great powder days and a lot more snow is on the way this weekend âð¨â If you want to show your support for the @skitaos #skipatrol (and thank them for the hard work they so we can all enjoy the mountain) stop by Patrol headquarters at the top of Lift 2 to purchase one of their unique t-shirts or ball caps. Hang out in #Taos and sooner or later you'll see someone wearing one, they're guaranteed to get you some street cred. Keep your eyes on the snow forecast, and come make some turns on our 70+ inch base! #skithechange #skinewmexico #taosstyle

The snow keeps falling ... and there's no lift lines! if you're not up here shredding the pow today (but wish you could be) click the "live cams" button at the top of our website to see the action in the base area and on #HighlineRidge www.taosskivalley.com #taospowderday #powdersnow #skiing #snowboarding #taosnm #taosair

Snow keeps falling and conditions are great today, we got a few inches overnight and two feet so far this week! Whether you're riding the lifts or hiking in the wilderness you can experience nature and the beauty of the forest. Our mountain is surrounded by 65,000 acres of Wilderness that can be accessed from several trailheads, while adventuring into the backcountry be prepared for the Alpine environment and changing conditions If you want to learn more about the #CarsonNationalForest, each Wednesday at 1 p.m. you can join a local #ForestRanger at the bottom of the pioneer lift for an hour to an hour and a half tour with a wide array of topics discussd about flora and fauna in the mountain environment, Wilderness with a capital 'W', and the history and culture of our area and the #ForestService. It's a fun tour, open to anyone who is comfortable skiing green runs including Honeysuckle. Look for the green and white banner that reads "Ski with a Ranger" â ð² â #forestscape #snowandtrees #taosscenes #wheelerpeak #kachinapeak #taosskivalley #skiwitharanger #usforestservice

Have you stayed @theblaketaos yet? Modern sophistication and creativity come together at the new centerpiece of Taos Ski Valley. It's not just a hotel, it's an experience! Visit us at www.TaosSkiValley.com/stay for weekday lodging deals at the Blake and many other accommodations in our village. #RideTaos #StayandPlay #TheBlakeHotel #ElNino is going strong, we got 7 inches last night and up to 18 predicted by tomorrow! It's turning out to be a February full of #PowderDays #TaosPowder #SangredeCristos

We got 9" overnight â and this is just the start - another round of snow is coming tomorrow, then Sunday through Tuesday looks like we could get a lot more. Cheers to some great powder days ahead! With a 65 inch base conditions are great. Stay with us a few steps from the lifts next week, we have some great deals on weekday lodging. Surf on over to www.TaosSkiValley.com/stay and see all the awesome accommodations that are available. #skitaos #ridetaos #powderdays #elnino #taosskivalley #taossnow #sangredecristos #winter201819

Historically February is one of the snowiest months of the ski season, when we see thick clouds like this along with warmer temps (its been in the 30s and 40s today) it's a good sign. Last time we checked the forecast it showed up to 17 inches tonight in our mountains! The other storm spinning above the Pacific looks good too, time to get the powder skis and boards ready ð«ð¨â For #taoslodging deals visit #taosskivalley.com

The Arroyo Seco Mercantile is one of the most unique shops you'll find in Taos. We can only begin to describe the diversity of items you'll find, from creative artwork and crafts to tools and household necessities, interesting and attractive gifts, wardrobe apparel you won't find anywhere else ... visiting this shop is an adventure in itself! Mention the Taos Ski Valley Chamber of Commerce for a discount on select items during February. If you're driving up to the Ski Valley the Mercantile is in the middle of Arroyo Seco next to the beautiful old truck (you'll know when you see it). Also you can catch the 341 Green shuttle from the town of Taos. #shoplocal #taosvibes #stayandplay #artisanshops #visittaos visit www.taosskivalley.com for useful info an awesome recommendations to experience our area!

We Interrupt Your Regularly Scheduled Beauty Shots With a #ValentinesDay Alert: We're one week out but there's still time to book a ski-spa-shop-dine overnight stay at #TaosSkiValley. Orâif you're going simpleâhow about a post-shredding or snowshoeing massage at one of our spas... for yourself and/or your valentine?! Either way, check out our latest blog (www.taosskivalley.com/blog) with a link to Hot Deals as well as a bit of history, dining, and other options.â¤ï¸ . . . #ValentinesDay #SkiTaos #Spa

#TaosSkiValley is the perfect weekday getaway. #skiing #hiking #snowboarding #snowshoeing, not to mention, fabulous #dining #shopping and #apres! Check out our weekday lodging deals, with discounts @theblaketaos, @stbernardtaos, @snakedancecondos, @paulandsusiecolumbine (Columbine Inn) and many other awesome places close to the ski lifts! Visit www.taosskivalley.com/weekdayspecials #stayandplay #skitaos #ridetaos experience the #taosoutdoors #wheelerpeak #bullofthewoods #gavilancanyon

If you've been to #AndeanSoftware in #TaosSkiValley, then you've likely met its worldly owner, Andrea Heckman... unless, she's on a buying trip to the Andes. Or Bali. Or Brazil. Or teaching at the #UniversityofNewMexicoTaos. Learn more about this dedicated adventurer in our latest blog (taosskivalley.com/blog) profiling the multi-faceted merchants of Taos Ski Valley. . . . #MerchantsOfTaosSkiValley #AndeanTextiles #PeruvianArt #ShopTaos #Shopping #TaosNewMexico

The nature of the mountains is truly impressive, the views are magnificent but that's not all you can experience once you're here. Breathing the pristine air, stopping to listen to a stream flowing down through the forest, seeing a hawk soaring effortlessly across the sky. Along with unlimited opportunities to build your strength and improve your skill sets, these are some of the ways the mountains can enlighten the soul. Because we understand how important our relationship with the natural world is, our community embraces sustainable practices to reduce energy use, keep our waterways clean, reduce waste by advocating the use of reusable products and containers, recycling everything possible, and continuing our commitment to creating a sustainable future for everyone, every way possible. #Taos has been leading the way regarding sustainable living for several decades, we are super happy to be a part of this community who genuinely cares about our planet! #skithechange #bethechange #earth #oneplanet #sustainableliving #mountainlove #gogreen #environmentalstewardship #cleanair #cleanwater #seetheforestforthetrees #wilderness #nmwild #pow #carsonnationalforest

ALPENGLOW (noun al·âpen·âglow \ Ëal-pÉn-ËglÅ \) Definition: a reddish glow seen near sunset or sunrise on the summits of mountains. The #Taos definition of #alpenglow: a nearly daily, otherworldly light show put on by Mother Nature! ð Read local tips on some of the best places to catch it, in this weekâs blog (taosskivalley.com/blog.) . . . #Sunset #Sunrise #TaosSkiValley #TaosNewMexico #NewMexicoTrue

Ernie's Run is open! Named for our ski area's founder, this exciting â¦â¦ glade run is a locals' favorite, providing close to a thousand vertical feet of moderately steep pitches and open shots through the trees. Thanks to the awesome snow we've been getting this year the #TaosSkiPatrol was able to open this run, and North American a few days ago. Have fun on the slopes, always ski and ride safely! If you want to learn more about the history of #TaosSkiValley pick up a copy of #SkiPioneers at #TaosSports, guaranteed you'll love reading through this awesome book about the early days of our ski area. #SkiTaos #RideTaos #ErnieBlake #SkiNewMexico #Steep #TreeSkiing #GladeSkiing #VisitTaos #NewMexico #NewMexicoTRUE

Every day in the mountains is a blessing. We're always thankful for our Veterans, if you're at Taos Ski Valley this week you'll have a chance to thank many, #NotForgottenOutreachWeek continues this afternoon and through the weekend as we welcome #veterans from near and afar. One thing we love about #skiing is how it unites people, and provides opportunities for everyone to experience the mountains. For a complete schedule of various events going on daily visit our site at www.taosskivalley.com/event/not-forgotten-outreach-week #peace #love #welcometotaos #thankful

There really is nothing quite like touring on a pair of snowshoes, through lush forests and alpine meadows by the light of the full moon! #TaosSnowshoeAdventures is guiding a full moon hike tomorrow night and this one is extra special, a full lunar eclipse will be visible from #TaosSkiValley. Visit www.taosskivalley.com/events for more info about signing up. The tour is $69 per person and includes your guide, snowshoes, hot beverages and snacks and a headlamp. This is one of the more unique ways to experience the #Taos magic! #fullmoonhike #lunareclipse2019 #snowshoetaos #hiketaos #wildernessadventures #visittaos

T-minus 9 days until #TaosWinterWineFest events at Taos Ski Valley! Have you booked your Taos Air ticket or slope-side lodging (so you can imbibe without driving), yet? Check out this weekâs blog for news you can use at TaosSkiValley.com/blog. . . . #PlayAndStayAtTaosSkiValley #WineTasting #WineAndDine #PerfectWayToTopOffASkiDay #SkiTaos

Our favorite #alpinelake looks pretty awesome with a fresh coat of #Winter! It was a perfect afternoon for a cross-country ski up to #WilliamsLake to enjoy the views. The mountain on the left is #WheelerPeak, New Mexico's high point at 13,161' above sea level. Time to head down for some #greenchile at the #StrayDogCantina ð²âðð¸ #WildernessViews #CarsonNationalForest #TaosSkiValley #WinterHiking.

The snow has been piling up in #TaosSkiValley this year, come stay with us! We know how important it is to have a comfortable bed at night and dry ski boots in the morning. Visit the website in our bio to find cozy, affordable lodging deals and begin your adventure in the mountains as soon as you click that link. See you on the slopes! #skinewmexico #mountainadventure #taostrue #kachinapeak #wheelerpeak #visittaos #taosair

Many of the ski runs here hold names carried over from Europe by our ski area's founder Ernie Blake, references to people and places of significance from his time working with U.S. military intelligence during World War II. Names like Stauffenberg, Zdarsky and Rubezahl reflect this historical significance. Some other runs have names with more local significance, like Castor and Pollux, named for two bright stars which during Winter can be spotted travelling across the sky high above Taos Ski Valley and Kachina Peak. These bright stars are part of the constellation Gemini, which can be spotted above the western horizon just before sunrise. If you're in the town of Taos look towards the Rio Grande Gorge before heading up to the mountains to ski and catch a glimpse of these bright, beautiful twin stars welcoming an adventurous day ahead #TaosSkiValley #TaosHistory #ErnieBlake #SkiTaos #RideTaos #Kachina #Starlight #Stargazing #NewMexicoNightSky #CosmicLight #MilkyWay #Galaxy

Women mark your calenders for #FemmedeFreeride January 12th-13th! A weekend full of on- and off-mountain fun for all ages and abilities. Visit www.TaosSkiValley.com/events to register and see the schedule. #womensweekend #taosyoga #taosskivalley #skitaos #ridetaos #sherides #freeriders #snowboard #skiing #taostrue

There is certainly a lot of beauty to be found in the mountains, our friends @northsidetsv spotted this #bobcattrack heading across Jean's Meadow! Some excellent #winterhiking trails are accessible from our village including the #NorthsideatTaosSkiValley property, and #snowshoe rentals are available at Cottam's Ski Shop if you don't have a set. #TaosSkiValley.com for info #HikeTaos #SangredeCristos #WinterScenery at it's finest.

Lots of people have been asking us when the peak will be open, so we just wanted to say that we don't have that information yet and ask for your patience, the terrain on Kachina is complex and may need a bit more snow, Ski Patrol is working diligently to assess conditions and conduct their control work to get it ready for everybody. As soon as an announcement is made we will post it, until then have fun shredding the mountain, the West Basin is open to Saint Bernard, conditions are great and there are powder stashes to be found!

Ring in the #NewYear with fresh #powder, so far we've gotten 7" since the storm started yesterday (tho we've heard it's deeper in some areas), it's snowing currently and another 9-15" is forecasted by tomorrow! #skitaos #ridetaos #snowboard #ski #mountainlove #deepsnow visit #taosskivalley.com to make your dream vacation happen!

Have you ever taken a llama to lunch? In #TaosSkiValley you can, and it's quite a unique adventure! Help support Wild Earth Llama Adventures' ongoing llama rescue efforts by entering the 9th Annual Llama Rescue Adventure Raffle, with a chance to win amazing prizes. The raffle drawing is on #NewYearsEve, all donations go directly to feeding and caring for these beautiful animals who love hiking with people in the mountains. Please visit www.LlamaAdventures.com for more info. #llamatrecking #llamas #taos #taosadventures #visittaos #hiketaos #wheelerpeak #columbinehondowilderness #riograndedelnorte

What a great way to start your ski day! #MuchoGustoDonuts located right at the top of the Gondolita by the #Eidelweiss will keep you energized while you shred the mountain. These #donuts are delicious! One of the many new and fun things to enjoy while you #skithechange. #ridetaos #donutshop #taosstyle #taosskivalley.com

Do you know what will be popping at #TaosSkiValley other than fireworks on New Yearâs Eve? The answer is the annual #TaosFolk pop-up store, featuring creative, handcrafted gift options by #Taos artisans. Visit TaosSkiValley.com/Blog for details on dates and times as well as a look at the unique, _permanent_ village shops where you can score holiday or other gifts in the 11th hour! . . #ShopLocal #ShopTaosSkiValley #TaosNewMexico #Celebrate #HolidayGifts #skiatos

This has been in the works for a long time, now #TaosAir is officially off the ground! With flights to and from #Austin and #Dallas and amazing deals for round trip weekend flights. The future of #TaosSkiValley is as bright as the New Mexico #sunshine! #VisitTaos #SkiTheChange #SkiTaos #NewMexicoTRUE

Nice view of the peak from the #WheelerPeakTrail! It was a bit breezy up there today, looks to calm down the rest of the week. Our #stormtracker friends say there's a good chance for snow between #Christmas and #NewYearsDay, keep your powder skis tuned in case they're right! #KachinaPeak #SkiTaos #ErnieBlake #FrazerMountain

Need to tune up your turns OR your skis? World class French ski instructor, ski tuner, and owner of Le Ski Mastery at #TaosSkiValleyâAlain Vethâhas you covered. Learn how he can help _you_ level up in the first of our âMerchants of Taos Ski Valley Seriesâ blogs. (taosskivalley.com/blog) . . . #LeSkiMastery #SkiTheChange #SkiTaos #TaosSkiValleySmallBusiness #BuyLocal #ErnieBlakeSnowsportsSchool

When you wish upon a falling star, magic happens ð ââ #Meteors were going off last night, at one point we saw a dozen in one minute including these two above the #TaosMountains, hope that means good luck for more ð¬ââ soon! #winterisback #taosskivalley.com #taostrue #mountainmagic #sangredecristos #visittaos #newmexicotrue

Look up any night this week, you'll have a good chance to see some meteors flying across the sky ð âð The #Geminid #meteorshower is happening with the peak expected early Friday morning. We've been seeing some good ones already and our astronomer friends say this is one of the better years for the Geminids in recent memory. #startrails #starparty #taosatnight #cosmictaos #newmexiconightsky #astronomy

Mother Nature has been good to us this early season, with over 18" of fresh snow during the first week of December and some of the lower frontside steeps are open including Al's Run. Thanks #TSVSkiPatrol for all the ski packing you did before this storm! This afternoon at 3:30 join us to kick off the holiday season in the village plaza by Lift 1 with live music and the Mayor Address with our mayor @christofbrownell followed by the Christmas tree lighting! #taosskivalley #freshpowder #happyholidays!

Box Canyon Gift Shop (and US Post Office) is a unique #familyowned business in the heart of our village, across from the season pass office. This cool little shop has quite a selection of original artwork and #Taos-themed gifts made by #localartists and craftspeople, including post cards and energizing snacks to keep you going on the hill. #ShopLocal when you #VisitTaos and #TaosSkiValley! #TaosArt #LocalArt #VillageofTaosSkiValley #NewMexico

Kachina's looking good with the recent snow, every storm is building the base and #skipatrol is working daily to get the terrain ready for #skiing soon... Looks like its going snow again later this week! #taosnm #snowboarding #skithechange #ernieblake #skischool #taosskivalley #skitaos #kachinapeak #skinewmexico

Good morning from the top of the world! Conditions are great, we got a foot of #freshpowder over the weekend and a #bluebirdsky today, a perfect way to start December. See you on the slopes! #SkiTaos #RideTaos #TaosOutdoors #NewMexicoTRUE #SkiTheChange #KachinaPeak #HighlineRidge #FrazerMountain #TaosSkiValley

Skiing amazing terrain and some of the best snow in the southern Rockies is only part of the Taos experience. From the Rio Grande Gorge across the high desert mesa to the towering Sangre de Cristo mountains, you'll find amazing views everywhere you go, welcoming vibes at the lodges and restaurants, unique and colorful artwork and locally owned boutique shops full of interesting souvenirs that won't be found anywhere else. We welcome you to our community and are stoked to share the beauty of this amazing place with everyone! Cheers to a great winter ahead, hope to see you on the slopes now that the snow is here! #skitaos #skithechange #visittaos #newmexicotrue #sangredecristos #riograndegorge #taospueblo #taostrue

Snowmobile tours with Big Al are running daily now! Bring your camera for the amazing views like this one from an afternoon sunset ride. Tours for the #Christmas holiday are filling up, to book yours call (575) 751-6051. Visit our member directory at www.TaosSkiValley.com for more info. #taosskivalley #adventureinthemountains #visittaos #snowmobiletour

One more day, we're looking forward to seeing you all on the slopes tomorrow! Meanwhile today is an awesome day to enjoy the sites around #Taos, like these awesome views of the #RioGrande and some of the local #Wildlife along the #WestRimTrail. #hiking #hiketaos #taosnm #riograndegorge #riograndedelnorte #nationalmonument

Two days until #SkiSeason Opening Day at #TaosSkiValley! Are your boards ready? Evidently, mine arenât.ð If youâre in the same boat, check out your tuning options at TaosSkiValley.comâ and, if you have time, read our latest blog. (P.S. If youâre looking for a snow and trails report, visit the ski resortâs website at SkiTaos.com.) . . . #SkiTuning #SkiTaos #ShredTaos #2018SkiSeason #TaosNewMexico

Coming to #TaosSkiValley for the 2018/2019 Ski Season Opening Day (Thanksgiving!) but arenât a skier or boarder? Donât fret, there are many #hiking, #photography, #holidayshopping and other off-piste activities in and near the ski valley... such as the Cañoncito Trail (pictured here) just downhill in El Salto! Check out all your stay and play options at TaosSkiValley.com. And visit SkiTaos.com for snow and trail opening reports from the ski resort. . . #SkiTaos #ShredTaos #HikeTaos #PhotographTaos #TaosSkiValley2018 #Taos

Have you hiked #NewMexico's highest summit, #WheelerPeak? During the Winter this challenging intermediate climb is popular with #peakbaggers and #backcountryskiers alike, access is via either the #BulloftheWoods or #WilliamsLake trails. #Snowshoes or climbing skins are recommended to attempt either route, as well as knowing how to assess snowpack conditions. With the proper equipment and experience the views from the top are worth the effort. #CarsonNationalForest #WheelerPeakWilderness #TaosSkiValley #HikeTaos

T-minus one week + one day until the 2018 #TaosSkiValley Ski Season grabs big air... OK, maybe grabs more _moderate_ air to start, but we are aiming high especially as we have fresh snow from a recent storm and our snow makers have been at it! Still unsure whether you should come up? Read our latest blog (taosskivalley.com/blog)for 9 reasons why! . . . #SkiTaos #Ski #Snowboard #Snowmobile #Snowshoe #OutdoorMecca #LandofEnchantment #NewMexicoTrue

16 days till opening! Show your love for #TaosSkiValley, head over to www.10best.com to vote for @skitaos in the best #skiresort category, and #Taos for best #skitown. With all the snow we've gotten already, a new Lift 1 ready to spin, and lots of other exciting things happening this is going to be a great season in the southwest's favorite #ski and #snowboard town Thanks for all the love and stoke! #thinksnow #powderdays #skitaos #ridetaos #visittaos #kachinapeak #wheelerpeak #carsonnationalforest #hiketaos #newmexicotrue #sangredecristos #rockymountains

While the slopes on the mountains are snowed in (conditions are great for #snowshoeing and #backcountryskiing in some areas), the trails along the #RioPueblo and #RioGrande are perfect for a day hike or #mountainbike ride, and #Autumn colors are still popping down low. #Outdoor #adventure is a daily thing here, there's always cool places to explore no matter what you prefer. #taosadventure #hiketaos #biketaos #newmexicotrue #hikepubliclands #carsonnationalforest #riograndedelnorte #nationalmonument #riftvalleytrail

With fresh snow on the slopes (up to 2 feet from yesterday's storm!) and opening day only 3 weeks away, now is the perfect time to start planning your winter vacation. Navigate over to www.taosskivalley.com/hot-deals to see all the early-season specials as well as weekly announcements about the upcoming ski season. With all the snow we've already gotten and more in the forecast next week it's going to be a great early season! #taosskivalley #travelnm #newmexicoadventure #taosoutdoors #skitaos #ridetaos #powderdays #elnino #winter201819 #newmexicotrue

We're loving these #Bluebird days between snowstorms, this weekend has perfect weather to go for a #hike or #mountainbike ride and enjoy the #NewMexico sunshine! The chance for #snow returns next week, and it's looking like it could be a good one. Opening day is less than a month away @skitaos! #newmexicotrue #newmexicosky #hiketaos #biketaos #gearingupbikestaos #enchantedcircletrails #riogrande #riograndedelnorte #riftvalleytrail #thelastofsummer #thinksnow #elnino2019 #skiseason #snowboard #ridetaos #skitaos #enchantment

Brr! Winter is here early. The question is... will you be? Learn more about all the options our snowy slice of Europe with New Mexican flair has to offer in our newest blog (www.taosskivalley.com/blog). And make sure to include a warm mug of cocoa, fireside, at the Hotel St. Bernard (pictured here) in the planning mix. Hope to see you, slopeside and fireside! . . #TaosSkiValley #SkiTaos #ShredTaos #WinterInTaos #Taos #TaosMountain #NewMexicoTrue #LandOfEnchantment #HotelStBernard

When you #visittaos this #skiseason, be sure to check out @ojospa's amazing #hotsprings! This world renowned #spa is a perfect place to relax after a day on the slopes. They also have their own farm, @ojofarm which grows the veggies for their Artesian Restaurant, including this beautiful Anasazi Rainbow corn. Visit our website at www.TaosSkiValley.com and navigate to their member page for deals and info #ojocaliente #soakyourbones #newmexicotrue #nmtrue #taosnm #hotspringsoftheworld #jemezmountains #artisan #mountainlove #taosart

#Bike season never really ends in Taos, it just takes some #powderdays off once in a while! The views from the #trails are pretty awesome especially when #TaosMountain and Vallecito are #snowcapped. This picture is from our friends @gearingupbikestaos, they're open Monday through Saturday and have great information about the local trails, all the gear you need including maps, and #rentalbikes available daily. #mountainbike #roadbike #biketaos #taosoutdoors #riftvalleytrail #riograndegorge #riograndedelnorte #taosadventures #nmtrue #travelnm

Across the snow covered Mesa Sea, your outdoor adventure awaits in the steep canyons and mystical valleys of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. We got some snow last night, the countdown to #ski and #snowboard season is on! #ElNino #RideTaos #WinterMagic #TaosSkiValley.com #LandofEnchantment #BlackDiamond #Espresso #TaosNM

It's snowing pretty good up here, #AutumnColors are still popping and the high peaks are snowcapped. The next few days will be awesome for a hike. Bring your camera, and fuel up with a ð at the #PizzaShack! Check the #hikingtrail conditions at #taosskivalley.com/play #hiketaos #newmexicotrue #kachinapeak #williamslake #goldhill #wheelerpeak #carsonnationalforest

#KachinaPeak & The K Chutes (Sounds like a band name, eh?) Ogled from the #LongCanyonTrail in #TaosSkiValley. Who else is itching to see it all covered in at least 200â of snow?ð Meteorologists have predicted a few flakes this week. ð¤ #StartSnowDancing #SkiTaos #HikeTaos #RideTaos #PhotographTaos

Thirty years ago archaeologists discovered over 500 culturally peeled #ponderosapine trees in the Warm Springs area of the Camino Real Ranger District. These living artifacts have provided important information about ancient land use patterns and traditional plant uses If Trees Could Talk: #PeeledTrees in the Picuris Mountains, will focus on an innovative ethnographic approach to peeled tree research done by Patricia Corral in the 1990s. Join us and find out what Jicarilla Apache, Hispano and Picuris elders shared about this amazing resource Ms. Corral, #CarsonNationalForest Assistant Archaeologist will be the featured speaker for the Carson National Forest presentation on Thursday October 11, to be held at the main Carson National Forest office at 208 Cruz Alta Rd in Taos, NM from 5:00pm to 6:00pm #nature #hugatree #forest #publiclands #hiking #hiketaos #taosnm #taosskivalley

#Longhorn is looking nice with the #AutumnColors reaching their peak! All week should be great for some authentic #NewMexicoGold leaf viewing. Tonight's full moon will lighten up the night, and there's a chance for some high elevation snow tomorrow night! Got us thinking of all the talk about #ElNino developing this winter

Have you ever been on a #fullmoon hike in the mountains? It's pretty amazing seeing the slopes at night nearly bright as day. Meet tomorrow night September 24th at 8:15pm at the #WilliamsLake hiker parking trailhead if you'd like to join a guided hike to the lake. The weather looks to be good with intermittent clouds, bring your headlamp and dress warm, there's a cold front coming through Tuesday with a chance of snow in the higher elevations Tuesday night! #hiking #hiketaos #fullmoonhike #tothestars #taoscosmos #taosskivalley #stargazer #moonlightmagic #alpineadventures #taosatnight

#AutumnColors are going off on the drive to #TaosSkiValley! Join us on the Plaza tonight (by Lift 1), @skitaos is hosting an evening of fun, music and food to support the Taos Community Foundation. This is a great event to meet other members of our community, enjoy the awesome views and contribute to a great cause. #skitaos #taoslifestyle #mountainvibes #winteriscoming #elnino #ski #snowboard #newmexicotrue

It's really starting to glow up here! Some of the #aspens are showing their full #autumncolors, it looks like the peak is going be later this week. This is a great time of the year to hike the #wilderness trails or bring your #mountainbike for a ride @northsidetsv. The #PizzaShack and #StrayDogCantina are open, fuel your #adventures and enjoy one of the best #margaritas in town afterwards! #hiketaos #taosskivalley #autumnadventure #nature #hiking #mtbsingletrack #mtb #taosoutdoors

The #PaseoProject 2018 is on! This year's theme is #space ~ which pairs great with the #cosmic nature of #Taos! Check it out downtown for an amazingly creative and interactive experience in true Taos style. #visittaos #paseoproject2018 #nmtrue #taosart #localart #astronomy #astrophotography #taoscosmos