Are dogs allowed on Santa Fe Ski Basin?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Santa Fe Ski Basin but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Santa Fe Ski Basin?

No, Santa Fe Ski Basin does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Santa Fe Ski Basin?

Santa Fe Ski Basin is rated difficult. It is 4.0 miles long with 1,709 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Santa Fe Ski Basin suitable for kids?

Santa Fe Ski Basin is not typically recommended for young children due to length, exposure, or technical terrain. Older kids with hiking experience may be fine — use your judgment based on your family's comfort level.

Status unknown — verify before visiting

We don't have current condition data for this trail. Check with the land manager before you go.

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New Mexico

Santa Fe Ski Basin

Santa Fe, New Mexico

4.0 mi

Distance

1,709 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 11m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Ski Santa Fe or Santa Fe Ski Basin is a medium-sized ski resort located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, United States, 16 miles east of the state capital of Santa Fe. It includes 7 lifts and 88 runs at elevations of over 10,000 feet (3,000 m). It is the southernmost major ski resort of the Rocky Mountains, and one of the oldest and highest in the nation.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:3,151 ft

Max:3,653 ft

521 ft

Trail Details

Dogs on leash

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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