The Sandia Mountains
Our Mountain
A 10,378-foot summit, 1,700 feet of vertical and 30 trails high above Albuquerque.
10,378 ft
Summit elevation
8,678 ft
Base elevation
1,700 ft
Vertical drop
Terrain for everyone
Thirty trails range from gentle learning slopes to steeper fall-line runs, with wide beginner terrain and tree-lined cruisers that suit every ability.
Beginner
A dedicated learning area and gentle green runs — the perfect place for first turns.
Intermediate
Long, tree-lined blue cruisers with big views across the Rio Grande valley.
Advanced
Steeper fall-line terrain to open it up when conditions are right.
Lifts & getting around
Chairlifts and a learning-area carpet keep you moving. Check the snow report each day for open lifts and trails before you arrive.
Cibola National Forest
Sandia Peak Ski Area operates under permit with the USDA Forest Service in the Cibola National Forest. Please respect closures and posted conditions, and check the snow report before you head up.
Before you go
Conditions change fast at elevation — check the latest report first.