Everything You Need to Know About Taos Ski Valley
Experience the world-class skiing and Southwestern charm at Taos Ski Valley—New Mexico’s premier destination for winter fun.
Badger Pass
Badger Pass is a small and intimate resort tucked in amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of world-famous Yosemite National Park. Snow sports first found a home in Yosemite in 1928 when Jules Fritch, a Swiss skier, opened the first ski school near the historic Ahwahnee Hotel. Since then, the park has blossomed into a renowned destination and millions of people each year flock to Yosemite to enjoy its stunning, one-of-a-kind vistas, unique geology, fantastic hikes, and sweeping landscapes.
Small with Quality Skiing
It may be small, but the area focuses its energy on the quality of skiing. The season generally runs from December through March. In total there are ten runs, 35 percent beginner, 50 percent intermediate, and 15 percent advanced. There is 800 feet of vertical to explore and two terrain parks to enjoy. The ski school is renowned and has been open since 1928. The instructors are PSIA or AASI certified and have years of experience. In addition to fantastic downhill skiing, a wealth of cross-country skiing is available. In all, Yosemite has 22 miles of groomed cross-country track and 90 miles of marked trails. For those interested in cross-country skating there are more than nine miles of lanes.
Off the Slopes
There are several dining options on the slopes, including quick grab-and-go meal options as well as a pub. There is a retail sports shop, an activity and information desk, lockers, ski repair shop, outdoor barbeque, first aid as well as a variety of guided snowshoe walks. There is no longer slope-side lodging offered, but guests have an extensive array of wonderful lodging options in the area. Lodging options are numerous with several amazingly affordable packages each winter, from beautiful and historic inns to more modern and luxurious lodges in the area. Many of the lodgings in the area offer free shuttles to the ski area.
Getting Here
The closest major cities to the ski area are San Francisco and Sacramento. Both have larger international airports with many flights arriving daily from all over the country. By car from San Francisco, take the Oakland-Bay Bridge (Highway 80 East). Take Highway 580 east, following signs for Tracy/Stockton to Highway 205. Follow Highway 205 to Highway 120. Take Highway 120 into Yosemite National Park. From Sacramento take Highway 99 south to Merced. Exit onto Highway 140 east in Merced and follow into Yosemite.
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Badger Pass is a small and intimate resort tucked in amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of world-famous Yosemite National Park. Snow sports first found a home in Yosemite in 1928 when Jules Fritch, a Swiss skier, opened the first ski school near the historic Ahwahnee Hotel. Since then, the park has blossomed into a renowned destination and millions of people each year flock to Yosemite to enjoy its stunning, one-of-a-kind vistas, unique geology, fantastic hikes, and sweeping landscapes.
Small with Quality Skiing
It may be small, but the area focuses its energy on the quality of skiing. The season generally runs from December through March. In total there are ten runs, 35 percent beginner, 50 percent intermediate, and 15 percent advanced. There is 800 feet of vertical to explore and two terrain parks to enjoy. The ski school is renowned and has been open since 1928. The instructors are PSIA or AASI certified and have years of experience. In addition to fantastic downhill skiing, a wealth of cross-country skiing is available. In all, Yosemite has 22 miles of groomed cross-country track and 90 miles of marked trails. For those interested in cross-country skating there are more than nine miles of lanes.
Off the Slopes
There are several dining options on the slopes, including quick grab-and-go meal options as well as a pub. There is a retail sports shop, an activity and information desk, lockers, ski repair shop, outdoor barbeque, first aid as well as a variety of guided snowshoe walks. There is no longer slope-side lodging offered, but guests have an extensive array of wonderful lodging options in the area. Lodging options are numerous with several amazingly affordable packages each winter, from beautiful and historic inns to more modern and luxurious lodges in the area. Many of the lodgings in the area offer free shuttles to the ski area.
Getting Here
The closest major cities to the ski area are San Francisco and Sacramento. Both have larger international airports with many flights arriving daily from all over the country. By car from San Francisco, take the Oakland-Bay Bridge (Highway 80 East). Take Highway 580 east, following signs for Tracy/Stockton to Highway 205. Follow Highway 205 to Highway 120. Take Highway 120 into Yosemite National Park. From Sacramento take Highway 99 south to Merced. Exit onto Highway 140 east in Merced and follow into Yosemite.
Vacation Coupons
View the category or activities listed for great ski vacation deals, discounts and get fantastic savings for a great ski vacation at Badger Pass Ski Area, California inside the famous Yosemite National Park!
