Pajarito Mountain Ski Area
Pajarito Mountain is home to over 300 acres of rideable terrain which does not include the incredible tree skiing that can be found scattered all throughout this resort. Situated on the easter edge of the Jemez Mountains this ski resort offers sweeping views with next to no lift lines, ever.
Coming to life in mid-December thanks to the high-altitude base and 165” of natural snowfall Pajarito Mountain welcomes riders from not only New Mexico but all over the United States. Visitors have 6 lifts to choose from which take them to 45 marked trails that cover 750 acres of terrain. From the summit of the resort visitors can look over to the Valle Grande all the way to the towering heights of Redondo Peak which stands at 11,258ft (3,431m).
Whilst there is no on mountain lodging available to Pajarito Mountain ski area visitors can rest their head and ski legs in the nearby town of Los Alamos or those looking for a few extra amenities and options can book accommodation in Santa Fe, New Mexico.
Pajarito Mountain Web Cam & Live Snow Cam
Stay up to date with the snow conditions from every corner of Pajarito Mountain Resort. We have collected all the best Pajarito Mountain web cam so you can see every aspect of the ski resort and surrounding mountains.
If you want to check out the snow depth from the latest storm, see if the sun is going to be shining or check out the weather at Pajarito Mountain before your next visit - check out the Pajarito Mountain web cam below.
Pajarito Web Cam | Deck
This Pajarito Mountain web cam can be found on top of the lodge in the main base area of the resort. This live snow cam moves around to show viewers other aspects of the resort.
Elevation: 9,200ft (2,804m)
Pajarito Mountain Lift System
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Where is Pajarito Mountain Resort
You will find Pajarito Mountain Ski Area on the eastern edge of the Jemez Mountains, just five miles west of Los Alamos, New Mexico.
From Los Alamos: 15 minutes
From Los Alamos town center on NM-502, either proceed through the LANL security checkpoint on the south side of Omega Bridge (photo ID required) or take West Road at the traffic light just north of Omega Bridge to avoid the checkpoint.
From Santa Fe: 55 minutes
Take US-285 N / US-84 W (Saint Francis Drive) North to Pojoaque. Exit NM-502 W to Los Alamos. Follow NM-502 through Los Alamos (Trinity Drive). Turn Left from Trinity Drive onto Diamond Drive. Proceed through the LANL security checkpoint on the south side of Omega Bridge (photo ID required), and turn right onto West Road, about 1 mile past the stop lights. Turn left onto Ski Hill Road (Camp May Road or Camp May Trail on most GPS devices) and continue 4 miles to Pajarito Mountain. To avoid the LANL security checkpoint, turn left onto West Road just before Omega Bridge, then right onto Ski Hill Road, and continue 4 miles.
From Albuquerque: 120 minutes
Drive north on I-25. At Exit 276, take NM-599 then merge onto US-285 N/US-84 W to Pojoaque. Exit NM-502 W to Los Alamos. Take NM-502 through Los Alamos town center. Either proceed through the LANL security checkpoint on the south side of Omega Bridge (photo ID required) or take West Road at the traffic light just north of Omega Bridge to avoid the checkpoint.
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