Taos Ski Valley visitor’s guide
H i g h - A lt i t u d e A d v e n t u r e
taos ski valley chamber of commerce • new mexico • www.taosskivalley.com
Taos Ski Valley • New Mexico lift to kachina peak Coming to Taos 2014 - 2015
Photo by Chris Dahl-Bredine
Photo courtesy of the Blake Family Collection
TAOS SKI VALLEY FOUNDERS ERNIE AND RHODA BLAKE, 1958
The beginning A SKI PIONEER’S DREAM Taos Ski Valley is here today due to the imagination and hard work of a remarkable Swiss-German man, Ernie blake. a passionate skier, blake dreamed of building a ski area for his family, and in 1951, he found the perfect spot for a destination ski resort—a huge snow basin nestled in the sangre de cristo mountain range. since 1954, blake, his wife Rhoda, along with their children and grandchildren, have maintained and operated this one-of-a-kind, Europeanstyled ski area. TAOS SKI VALLEY MOUNTAIN STATS OPENING DAY: Thanksgiving Day AVERAGE ANNUAL SNOWFALL: 305 inches AVERAGE ANNUAL DAYS OF SUNSHINE: Over 300 days 110 TOTAL TRAILS: 51% expert, 25% intermediate and 24% beginner VILLAGE ELEVATION: 9,207 feet KACHINA PEAK ELEVATION: 12,481 feet HIGHEST LIFT SERVED: 12,450 feet VERTICAL DROP: 3,274 feet, lift serviced RESORT INFORMATION: www.skitaos.org snow Phone 575.776.2916
Where we’re headed A CONSERVATIONIST’S VISION In early 2014, the Blake family sold Taos Ski Valley to renowned conservationist louis bacon. an outdoorsman and avid skier hailing from Colorado, Bacon is lauded for his efforts in locking his privately owned land into conservation trusts. in 2012, bacon protected 170,000 acres of his land in southern Colorado in a perpetual conservation easement —the largest held by the U.s. fish and wildlife service. Bacon’s team worked closely with the Blake family for several years to develop a masterplan of redevelopment for Taos Ski Valley’s base area, and expansion of the ski area’s mountain terrain, which includes a new chairlift to access the iconic kachina Peak. The redevelopment is expected to honor the European character and flavor of the existing ski area. bacon’s ownership will undoubtedly provide a viable future for many generations of skiers and snowboarders to come.
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Wintertime Adventures
Photos by Michael DeYoung
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Photo by Michael DeYoung
Photo by Michael DeYoung Photo courtesy of Northside
Photo by Brendan Curran
It’s a Snowy Playground
Photo by Michael DeYoung
Photo by Jim Cox
Photo by Al Johnson
Photo by Jeff Caven, courtesy of Hotel St. Bernard. www.stbernardtaos.com
Summer Enthusiasts
Photo by Michael DeYoung
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Photo by Michael DeYoung
Photo courtesy of Mountain Skills
Photo by Jeff Caven
Photo courtesy of Northside at TSV
Photo by Michael DeYoung
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Photo by Michael DeYoung
Photo by Michael DeYoung
Photo by Brendan Curran
Mountains of Fun
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BIKE RENTALS SALES MAPS SERVICE 129 Paseo del Pueblo Sur
ph. 575-751-0365 gearingupbikes.com
Bicycle Sales - Service - Accessories 1103 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, El Prado, NM 575-758-5551 • www.taoscyclery.com
Mountain Bike Rentals! Conveniently located at the base of Lift 1. www.skitaos.org • 575-776-2516
Taos Bike Park
in Taos Ski Valley
BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE MOUNTAIN BIKE FLOW TRAILS 3.4 miles of jumps, berms, rollers, and more! Call 575-776-2516 for details.
Rio Grande Stables Ride Horseback in Taos Ski Valley & Sangre de Cristo Mountains Providing safe, memorable trail rides with knowledgeable, experienced guides.
www.riograndestables.com 888-259-8267 • 575-776-5913
Field Institute of Taos Exciting youth summer programs focused on adventure and active, hands-on nature education! Non profit since 1996.
575-770-2391 • www.fitaos.org
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575-758-4545
Orvis Endorsed Outfitter
MOUNTAIN SKILLS
ROCK CLIMBING ADVENTURES
www.climbtaos.com 575-776-2222 Fun for the entire family! 11
Lodging
SIESTAS, SPAS AND AHHHS There’s a myriad of lodging options available for your family vacation, special event or your yearly ski week pilgrimage with college friends. relax by your hotel’s cozy, communal fireplace while sipping hot chocolate. revel in your ski-in/ski-out access. warm your tired bones in an outdoor hot tub with unobstructed views of the stars. treat yourself to a massage or custom spa treatment. Take a short trip downstairs to your lodge’s bar to hang with the locals.
For great lodging packages visit www.taosskivalley.com
Photo by Jeff caven, courtesy of edelweiss lodge and spa. www.edelweisslodgeandspa.com
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The ultimate traditional Taos Ski Valley experience is at the Hotel St. Bernard which includes the all-inclusive ski week package. Prime location, great food and service. Children’s program for families. 575-776-2251 www.stbernardtaos.com
Powderhorn
SuiteS & CondominiumS Year-round accommodations in the heart of Taos Ski Valley. Comfortable, casual, and conveniently located just 500’ from the lifts.
800-776-2346 • taospowderhorn.com
Luxurious mountain homes located a short walk from the base area. Condo guests are part of the Hotel St. Bernard family. Weekly dinner and ski week packages available. Join us for your dream ski vacation! 575-776-8506 www.stbernardtaos.com 12
Newest Luxurious Condos, 5 Min. Walk
vrbo.com 509978/553082 ph. 505-362-2807
Luxury Mountain Retreats
800.576.2666 • taosmtnrentals.com
CONDOMINIUMS
The Peak of Luxury in Taos Ski Valley Luxury ski-in/ski-out condos and hotel rooms. TSV’s premier property with underground parking, boot lockers, ski valet service, bar, restaurant, café, a spa, and first-class service.
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Two-minute walk to lifts Year-round mountain stream Studio to 3 bedroom condos Full kitchens Woodburning fireplaces
800-458-8754 www.edelweisslodgeandspa.com
Slope-side condominium hotel blending old world Alpine tradition with modern convenience. We specialize in warm hospitality offered by our entire Snakedance family, and enjoy sharing our love of Taos Ski Valley with passionate skiers ready to experience the thrill of the mountain. 800-322-9815 www.snakedancecondos.com
View Condos online: sierradelsoltsv.com 800-523-3954 13
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ECLECTIC ACCOMMODATIONS at the heart of taos ski valley’s hospitality is Gemütlichkeit. in Germany, that’s what they call a cozy, friendly, welcoming place, a place where you can check your worries at the door, walk in and feel like family. include taos ski valley while planning your next family reunion or group vacation. If you’re planning a destination wedding or special gettogether, consider our beautiful mountain setting as a backdrop to an unforgettable event.
For great lodging packages visit www.taosskivalley.com
Photo by Jeff caven, courtesy of taos mountain chalet. www.taosmtnrentals.com
Lodging
Taos Ski Valley’s most charming accommodations located just steps from the lifts. Amenities: kitchenettes, free wifi, fireplaces, hot tub, sauna, and massage center. Open year round. Low Summer rates. Pet friendly.
Lodge & Restaurant
800-576-2666 www.alpine-suites.com
Amizette Inn & Restaurant
P Home of the Great Breakfast and Year-Round Mountain Inn 800-446-8267 amizetteinn.com
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We know Taos Ski Valley and we know Real Estate! Call us at (575) 776-0600 tsvrealty.com
the ultimate in lodging and dining to those looking for something truly unique. 888-205-8020 www.thebavarian.net
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Suites, Studios, Chalets, Hotels and Condos in Taos Ski Valley. 877-557-9448 www.taospropertyrentals.com
DISCOUNT LODGING YEAR-ROUND
Since 1967, the Kandahar has offered the best ski-in/ski-out location in Taos Ski Valley. Our two bedroom, two bath condominiums feature fully equipped kitchens, wood burning fireplaces, balconies and high-speed wireless internet. Summer and Winter 800-756-2226 www.kandahar-taos.com
Adventure Taos Reservations & Property Mgmt, Inc. Quaint Studios • 8 Person Condos • Vacation Homes
Call Now! 877-776-4001 taospowder.com
SNOW BEAR INN AND
CONDOMINIUMS Ski-in, ski-out accommodations to fit the needs of any group including hotel rooms, luxury suites and condo units. 800-243-5253 www.snowbearinn.com
RIO HONDO CONDOS 2, 3 & 4 bedroom condos, largest outdoor hot tub, next to Children’s Center
800-461-8263 www.riohondocondos.com
SLOPESIDE CONDOS FOR SALE 15
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Lodging Directory
d Lodging in the Village of Taos Ski Valley f Lodging in and around the Town of Taos (18 miles from the ski area) P Reservation specialists for the Village of Taos Ski Valley and the Town of Taos X Vacation Rentals by Owners in Taos Ski Valley
d TAOS SKI VALLEY LODGING
Units
Phone
website
alpine village suites
31 suites
800-576-2666
www.alpine–suites.com
amizette inn
10 rooms
800-446-8267
www.amizetteinn.com
columbine inn
19 rooms
888-884-5723
www.columbineinntaos.com
the bavarian lodge
4 suites
888-205-8020
www.thebavarian.net
edelweiss lodge & spa
24 condos
800-458-8754
www.edelweisslodgeandspa.com
kandahar condominiums
16 condos
800-756-2226
www.kandahar-taos.com
Powderhorn suites & condominiums
16 rooms
800-776-2346
www.taospowderhorn.com
rio hondo condominiums
13 condos
800-461-8263
www.riohondocondos.com
sierra del sol condominiums
30 condos
800-523-3954
www.sierradelsoltaos.com
snakedance condominiums
33 condos
800-322-9815
www.snakedancecondos.com
snow bear inn & condominiums
15 condos
800-243-5253
www.snowbearinn.com
st. bernard condominiums
12 condos
888-306-4135
www.stbernardtaos.com
st. bernard hotel
28 rooms
575-776-2251
www.stbernardtaos.com
st. moritz condominiums
4 units
505-362-2807
www.vrbo.com/509978 or 553082
f TOWN OF TAOS LODGING
Units
Phone
website
el Pueblo lodge
50 rooms
800-433-9612
www.elpueblolodge.com
sagebrush inn
156 rooms
575-758-2254
www.sagebrushinn.com
historic taos inn
44 rooms
575-758-2233
www.taosinn.com
P RESERVATION SPECIALISTS
Units
Phone
website
adventure taos reservations and Property mgmt, inc
877-776-4001
www.taospowder.com
taos central reservations
23 properties
800-776-1111
www.skitaos.org
taos luxury Property rentals
35 units
877-557-9448
www.taospropertyrentals.com
taos ski valley Properties
25 properties
866-234-taos(8267) www.tsvproperties.com
X VACATION RENTALS by Owners Units / sleePs Phone
website
edelweiss chalet
10-12 people
575-776-8104
www.taosedelweisschalet.com
brownell chalet
4 units
575-776-2625
www.brownellchalet.com
hollywood
4 people
575-776-5676
homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p218565
taos mountain rentals
8-10 people
800-576-2666
www.taosmtnrentals.com
wellman chalet
2-8 people
305-283-1763
www.vrbo.com/324058
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Photos courtesy of Eric Thompson (top) and Michael DeYoung (bottom).
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Photo by Michael DeYoung
DINING IN TAOS SKI VALLEY
Phone
website
amizette restaurant
800-446-8267
www.amizetteinn.com
the bavarian restaurant
575-776-8020
www.thebavarian.net
black Diamond espresso
575-770-8070
www.facebook.com/blackdiamondespresso
blonde bear tavern
575-776-6900 ext. 6996
www.edelweisslodgeandspa.com
café naranja
575-776-6900 ext. 6997
www.edelweisslodgeandspa.com
chocolate extreme
575-758-4253
www.taostoffee.com
the hondo restaurant
575-776-2277 ext. 230
www.snakedancecondos.com
martini tree bar
575-776-2291 ext. 2285
www.martinitreebar.com
Phoenix Grill
575-776-2291 ext. 2281
www.skitaos.org
Pizza shack
575-776-8866
www.taosskivalleypizza.com
rhoda’s restaurant
575-776-2005
www.skitaos.org
st. bernard bar & Deck
575-776-2251
www.stbernardtaos.com
stray Dog cantina
575-776-2894
www.straydogtsv.com
tenderfoot katie’s cafeteria
575-776-2291 ext. 2280
www.skitaos.org
whistlestop café
575-776-2291 ext. 2283
www.skitaos.org
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Dining
HONDO
RESTAURANT & BAR on-s lope at taos sk i va lley
Lunch, Après Ski & Dinner snakedancecondos.com 575-776-2277 ext.230
Lodge & Restaurant experience bavarian hospitality at its warmest 888-205-8020 www.thebavarian.net
Hand pattied New Mexico beef burgers and daily specials. Located at the base of Lift #1.
Ph. 575-776-2005
PIZZA • PASTA • BBQ SALADS • BEER • WINE Open Daily • Gluten-Free Available WE DELIVER • Taos Ski Valley 575-776-8866
Open for breakfast lunch and dinner. Serving authentic New Mexican cuisine, green chile cheeseburgers and fresh lime margaritas.
www.straydogtsv.com
CAFÉ NARANJA Be Enchanted
Authentic New Mexico Cuisine Ski Season - Open for Breakfast Summer - Open for Breakfast & Lunch 575.737.6900 Located within the Edelweiss Lodge & Spa, Taos Ski Valley, NM
On site grocery convenience store in Taos Ski Valley. Ask for info about stocking your condo before you arrive.
575-776-2277 ext. 420
THE BLONDE BEAR TAVERN World-Class Cocktails - Wine Bar Critically Acclaimed Food Après Ski - Dinner
575-737-6900 blondebeartavern.com Located within the Edelweiss Lodge & Spa, Taos Ski Valley, NM
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For a full list of shops visit www.taosskivalley.com
Photo by Jeff caven, courtesy of bootdoctors. www.bootdoctors .com
Shopping
ANDEAN SOFTWARE CLOTHING | FOLK ART | TEXTILES | JEWELRY
575.776.2508 - TAOS SKI VALLEY OPEN WINTER, SUMMER AND FALL
www.andeansoftware.com
FREE Overnight Storage on Slopes Come
Explore
BOX CANYON Post Office and Gift Shop
Unique Gifts, Cards, Local Art, Toys, Snacks, Pack and Wrap! Located in Beautiful Taos Ski Valley
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Performance & Demo Ski & Snowboard Packages Snowshoe Rentals Featuring the Latest in Ski Apparel Full Service Tuning Shop. Locations: Taos Midtown, Taos Ski Valley, Santa Fe, and Angel Fire. Open daily from 7am. Call 800.322.8267
www.cottamsskishops.com
Latest Demo Skis and New Boot Rentals
“Best Tune in the West”
Le Ski Mastery Since 1990
Stockli, Rossignol, Salomon Volkl, Nordica, Dalbello, Poc, Tecnica, K2, Scott, Bolle, Marker, Swix
Alain and Peggy Veth, owners
business for 25 years. leskimastery.com inPhoto of Nicolas Veth, J2 US National Champion 2012 575-776-1403
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Taos Ski & Snowboard Specialists
www.terrysports.com ph. (575) 776-8292
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Taos Ski Valley’s Only Ski-In/Ski-Out Ski Shop High performance ski and board rentals. Located at the Edelweiss Lodge & Spa. Open daily from 7:30am.
575-776-8380 www.alpinextreme.com
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Summer Events MAY Summer Chairlift Rides Begin Saturday Summer Music Series Begins Photo by Brendan Curran Taos Opera Institute Performance TSV Road Cycling Hill Climb Time Trial Series JUNE Saturday Summer Music Series full moon hike to williams lake Taos Bike Park Opening Taos Opera Institute Performances German Summer School Jillana Ballet School Performance Field Institute of Taos Summer Camps TSV Road Cycling Hill Climb Time Trial Series JULY Fourth of July Village Parade & Celebrations Saturday Summer Music Series full moon hike to williams lake Taos School of Music Concerts & Seminars mountain bike skills workshop weekends Field Institute of Taos Summer Camps TSV Road Cycling Hill Climb Time Trial Series AUGUST Saturday Summer Music Series full moon hike to williams lake Hand Cycle Event w/ Forgotten Outreach Up and Over 10K Trail Run Field Institute of Taos Summer Camps TSV Road Cycling Hill Climb Time Trial Series SEPTEMBER Michael Hearne’s Big Barndance Music Festival full moon hike to williams lake Oktoberfest KTM Motorcycle Adventure Rider Rally 22
SATURDAY SUMMER MUSIC SERIES Outdoor stage at the base of Lift #1, 3pm - 6pm
Every Saturday from May 26 til Sep 13 www.taosmountainmusicfestival.com
SEPTEMBER 4 - 6, 2014
www.michaelhearne.com/bigbarndance
2014 Taos Opera Institute Festival Free classical vocal performances in Taos, Taos Ski Valley, and Santa Fe during the month of June. Complete schedule online:
www.TaosOI.org
for an up-to-date calendar with exact times and dates visit www.taosskivalley.com/calendar.
Photo by Brendan Curran
Winter Events
Photo by Jeff Caven
NOVEMBER Taos Ski Valley’s Opening Day Early Season Ski Specials DECEMBER Brewmasters Festival Christmas Eve - Torchlight Parade & Village Celebration New Years Eve - Torchlight Parade & Fireworks Consumer Demo Days JANUARY taos winter wine festival FEBRUARY Helly Hansen Big Mountain Battle USASA Slopestyle Competition Paint for Peaks: Snowboard Art Auction & K2 Bumps Challenge for Breast Cancer Awareness New Mexico Cup Ski Mountaineering Race MARCH Salomon Extreme Freeride Championships New Belgium Scavenger Hunt Spring Beer Festival Ernie Blake’s Birthday - Torchlight Parade & Fireworks Ben Myers Ridge-a-thon APRIL closing weekend festivities Visit taosskivalley.com for a complete and up-to-date list of year-round events in Taos Ski Valley!
Spend the Holidays in Taos Ski Valley Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade & New Year’s Eve Fireworks
www.taosskivalley.com January 28 – 31, 2015 GRAND TASTING WINE SEMINARS RESERVE TASTING CHAMPAGNE BRUNCH PINK SNOW PARTY taoswinterwinefest.com
10th Anniversary
2015
World’s top freeride athletes compete at Taos’ famed terrain.
skitaos.org/freeride
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Photo by cameron martinez Jr., courtesy of taos Pueblo. www.taospueblo.com
Around Taos Ski Valley
Ski TSV Aprés at Ojo
Find detailed information at www.taosskivalley.com
INN & SUITES TAOS , NEW ME X I C O
‘the living room of Taos’
20% Off Skier’s Special
LIVE MUSIC NIGHTLY
LUNCH, DINNER and WEEKEND BRUNCH
Sulfur-free Mineral Pools • Mud Area Massage & Full-service Spa Enchanting Suites Restaurant & Wine Bar
AdobeBar.com
ojospa.com 575-758-2254 SAGEBRUSHINN.COM
1508 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571
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AT THE HISTORIC TAOS INN
575-758-1977 DocMartinsRestaurant.com
Less than an hour from TSV via Rim Road/US 285
Daily Daily 4:30pm 4:30pm-10pm -10pm
On the road to Taos Ski Valley 575-776-3333 www.sabrosotaos.com
Serving Serving American American and and Mediterranean-accented Mediterranean-accented fine fine dining dining and and bistro bistro fare fare complimented complimented by by cocktails cocktails and and aa award award winning winning wine wine list. list. Package Package sales. sales. On On the the road road to to Taos Taos Ski SkiValley. Valley. 470 470 State State Highway Highway 150 150 ★ ★ Arroyo Arroyo Seco Seco ★ sabrosotaos.com sabrosotaos.com 575-776-3333 575-776-3333 ★
TAOS PUEBLO 1000 Years of Tradition (575) 758-1028 www.taospueblo.com TCLA 14-051 TSV 2014 VG_TCLA 13-000 TSV 2013 VG 2/17/14 9:04 AM Page 1
EL PUEBLO LODGE Charming New Mexico lodging, with several building spread out over three acres in the historic district of Taos. All buildings are constructed in the traditional adobe-style architecture, and the rooms evoke a classic southwestern charm synonymous with this special historic place. Combine these elements with warm, friendly service and you have the recipe for a memorable stay in Taos.
800-433-9612 www.elpueblolodge.com
Ski Taos, then explore our town. A whole host of dining, entertainment, and world-class art await you in our tri-cultural community. Get to know the town right here
TAOS.org
Taos Pueblo Pow Wow by Terry Thompson.
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Photo courtesy of Pueblo balloon company. www.puebloballoon.com
Rafting New Mexico Since 1978 RIO GRANDE – FULL & HALF DAY RAFTING ADVENTURES RIO CHAMA – 1, 2, & 3 DAY TRIPS
farflung.com 800.359.2627
$ 40
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LOS RIOS RIVER RUNNERS Half day, full day, overnight adventures and feasts on the Rio Grande and Rio Chama.
Because it’s FUN! 575.776.8854 / 800.544.1181 www.losriosriverrunners.com
RIO GRANDE RIVER TRIPS • Half Day & Full Day Rafting Trips • Taos Box, Race Course or Scenic Lower Gorge • Trips Run Twice Daily
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www.cottamsriogranderafting.com
Getting to Taos IT’S EASIER THAN YOU THINK Non-stop flights to Albuquerque Chicago Southwest, American, United Dallas American, Southwest Denver United, Southwest Houston United, Southwest Los Angeles Southwest, American, United New York JetBlue Phoenix Southwest, US Airways San Francisco United Seattle Southwest washington, Dc southwest, United
DRIVING TO TAOS From
Distance
Driving Time
153 miles
2:55
Amarillo
320 miles
5:45
Dallas
682 miles
11:00
Denver
318 miles
5:20
houston
1,065 miles
17:10
lubbock
348 miles
6:40
oklahoma city
576 miles
8:55
Phoenix
586 miles
9:00
Santa Fe
70 miles
1:15
Albuquerque
Driving times are approximate.
Non-stop flights to Santa Fe Dallas American Denver United Los Angeles American
Shuttle service to Taos Ski Valley Taos Ski Valley now provides shuttle service from albuquerque sunport. see website for details www.skitaos.org/page/shuttle or for reservations call 1.800.776.1111. Local Transportation Taos’s Chile Line offers local transportation services from different stops around taos to taos ski valley. For more information, go to www.taosgov.com/transportation/chile-line.php
Find detailed information at www.taosskivalley.com
for current road conditions, call 1.800.432.4269 or visit www.nmroads.com.
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