Peak Elevation
11,500 ft
3,505 m
Vertical Drop
1,900 ft
579 m
Skiable Area
750 ac
304 ha
Avg Snowfall
180 in
457 cm
Lifts
N/A
Ski Apache Weather Forecast
About
Ski Apache sits on the slopes of Sierra Blanca in southern New Mexico, owned and run by the Mescalero Apache Tribe since 1963. The area holds 55 trails across about 750 acres, with a vertical drop of 1,900 feet and 11 lifts. It runs the only true gondola in New Mexico, lifting skiers toward an 11,500-foot summit.
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Operated by Mescalero Apache Tribe
Data validated from official sources but may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify with the resort directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vertical drop at Ski Apache?
Ski Apache has a vertical drop of 1,900 feet (579 meters).
What is the peak elevation of Ski Apache?
The summit of Ski Apache sits at 11,500 feet (3,505 meters) above sea level.
How many trails does Ski Apache have?
Ski Apache has 55 marked trails, totaling roughly 19.5 miles of skiing.
How big is the skiable terrain at Ski Apache?
Ski Apache covers 750 acres (304 hectares) of skiable terrain.
Does Ski Apache offer night skiing?
No, Ski Apache does not offer night skiing.
Does Ski Apache have snowmaking?
Yes, Ski Apache has snowmaking to supplement natural snowfall and extend the ski season.
How much snow does Ski Apache get each year?
Ski Apache averages around 180 inches (457 cm) of snowfall per season.
Does Ski Apache have a ski school?
Yes, Ski Apache operates a ski and snowboard school offering lessons for a range of ability levels.
