Pajarito Mountain

Pajarito Mountain

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Pajarito Mountain rises above Los Alamos, New Mexico, offering a unique blend of challenging terrain and welcoming atmosphere. This volunteer-built ski area showcases the community spirit that has defined it since 1957. With 40 named trails spread across 750 acres, Pajarito Mountain combines authentic charm with exciting skiing and snowboarding opportunities for all skill levels.

Five lifts serve Pajarito Mountain's diverse terrain, providing swift access to everything from gentle learning slopes to demanding expert runs. The Mother Lift and Townsight Lift carry skiers to panoramic views of the Rio Grande Valley, while our beginner-friendly lifts ensure newcomers can progress at their own pace. Our lift system maintains short wait times, letting you maximize your time on the slopes.

Pajarito Mountain Lift System
Total Ski Lifts = 5
Quad Chair
1
Quad Chair
Double Chair
3
Double Chair
Surface Lift
1
Surface Lift

Pajarito Mountain Resort Elevation

10440ft3182mResort Summit1440ft439mVertical Drop8999ft2743mResort Base
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Trails

Total Runs

45

Total Area

750 ac

303.5 ha

Difficulty Distribution

Beginner
20%
Intermediate
50%
Advanced
30%
Expert
0%
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Location

Located just minutes from Los Alamos National Laboratory, Pajarito Mountain provides an accessible mountain escape in northern New Mexico. The resort sits approximately 45 minutes from Santa Fe and two hours from Albuquerque, making it an ideal destination for both day trips and extended stays. Our unique position in the Jemez Mountains offers spectacular views of the surrounding Valles Caldera National Preserve and the Rio Grande Valley below.

Pajarito Mountain

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Season Info

Winter transforms Pajarito Mountain from late November through March, with an average annual snowfall of 125 inches blanketing our slopes. The mountain's elevation of 10,440 feet helps preserve excellent snow conditions throughout the season. During summer months, the mountain welcomes hikers and mountain bikers, offering verdant trails and cooling mountain breezes as an escape from the New Mexico heat.

Current Season

2024 - 2025

Opening Day

12/14/2024

Closing Day

4/13/2025

Days Open

121

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Annual Snowfall

Metric

4.19m

419cm

Imperial

13.7ft

165in

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