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A captivating winter scene at Red River ski resort in New Mexico showcasing snow-covered slopes and a ski lift bustling with winter sports activities.
A captivating winter scene at Red River ski resort in New Mexico showcasing snow-covered slopes and a ski lift bustling with winter sports activities.
A pristine view of the Red River in New Mexico USA featuring a sparkling lake with a mountain's majestic silhouette in the background.
Image of a ski lift ascending through a winter landscape at Red River New Mexico. The scene depicts a ski resort with a challet in the distance part of a bustling winter sports activity.
Red River in USA - a person on a snowboard going down a hill.
Winter sports enthusiasts engaging in skiing at the Red River ski resort in New Mexico USA. They're descending on clean white slopes under a ski lift.

Red River Overview

Red River Ski & Summer Area is a versatile resort offering an array of recreational activities throughout the year, ensuring exhilarating experiences for all age groups. In the summer, the resort offers exciting tubing activities that are both enjoyable and refreshing. The winter season brings fantastic skiing opportunities, with a diverse range of trails and high-quality snow conditions to suit varying levels of proficiency.

The resort's staff is noted for their friendliness and readiness to assist, thereby enhancing the overall guest experience. The accessibility of parking spaces, seamless lift ticket system, and on-site rentals contribute to the convenience of the resort. The location is also child-friendly, with smaller rides and slides for younger visitors to enjoy.

For visitors seeking to take a break from the exhilarating activities, the resort offers breathtaking views and photo opportunities, particularly from the ski lift. Despite the hour-long ride, guests often find the experience worthwhile, offering a chance to take in the stunning surroundings.

The resort's layout and organization are also commendable, with well-directed lines at the lifts ensuring quick and easy access. The proximity of the lifts to accommodation options is another advantage, allowing guests to conveniently access the slopes. However, some guests have found the width of certain trails somewhat narrow, causing concern for their children's safety.

While the resort offers limited vending machine options and sometimes has restricted food and beverage services at the summit, the town's proximity allows guests to easily find alternative dining options. The resort has also received praise for its adherence to safety protocols, particularly in terms of enforcing mask-wearing.

In summary, Red River Ski & Summer Area is a charming and engaging destination, reminiscent of a scene from a Hallmark movie. It offers a blend of fun-filled activities, picturesque views, and a welcoming environment, making it a preferred choice for both novice and advanced skiers, as well as families seeking a memorable vacation experience.

Key insights

6 insights available

Skiable Terrain

209
Total area of accessible ski terrain
Max: 12366 ac

Total Run Distance

29.0
A total distance of all the piste runs
Max: 600 km

Number of Lifts

7
Total quantity of operational lifts
Max: 165 total

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Terrain Difficulty

Beginner
37.0%
Intermediate
34.0%
Expert
29.0%
Measured independently from mapped ski runs — figures may differ from resort marketing. Terrain statistics are derived from OpenStreetMap data © OpenStreetMap contributors, via OpenSkiMap.

Features

2 features available

Traditional Ski Resort

A classic ski resort with real snow

Night Skiing

Enjoy after-dark skiing operations

Frequently asked questions about Red River

Where is Red River?

Red River is a ski resort in Red River, New Mexico, United States, at coordinates 36.7100, -105.4100.

How many lifts does Red River have?

Red River has 7 lifts, serving 29 km of marked runs and 209 ac of skiable terrain.

How high is Red River?

Red River has a peak elevation of 3,132 m, a base elevation of 2,635 m and a vertical drop of 497 m.

How is Red River rated?

ShredIndex rates Red River 65.3 out of 100, based on catalogued resort data and 4 skier reviews.

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209 ac

Skiable Terrain

29km

Total Run Distance

7total

Number of Lifts

3132m

Peak Elevation

497m

Vertical Drop

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Best Time to Visit

156cm
Annual Snowfall
11 year average
Peak: March (30.8cm)
14.4cm
Nov
18.5cm
Dec
22.6cm
Jan
25.0cm
Feb
30.8cm
Mar
21.9cm
Apr
Snow Season (Nov-Dec-Jan-Feb-Mar-Apr)
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