Sandia Peak Ski Area snow report
Sandia Peak Ski Area
Sandia Peak Ski Area is a ski resort located in New Mexico offering 37 trails for skiing and snowboarding. The resort's best trails are considered to be Nose Dive, Loki, and Devil's Elbow. An interesting fact about this resort is that it was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the Great Depression. For beginners, the easiest trail is called the "Easy Street" which is a 0.6-mile long trail. For après ski, the best bar is the Double Eagle Restaurant and Bar, which offers a stunning view of the Sandia Mountains while serving delicious food and drinks.
Terrain mix: Sandia Peak Ski Area is located in the Sandia Mountains in New Mexico. The most pertinent mountain ranges and aspects of the ski resort include:
1. Sandia Mountains: The ski area is situated in the Sandia Mountains, which are part of the southern Rocky Mountains in New Mexico. The Sandia Mountains offer a range of terrain for skiing and snowboarding, with elevations reaching up to 10,678 feet at Sandia Crest.
2. South-facing slopes: The ski area primarily features south-facing slopes, which can receive ample sunlight throughout the day. This aspect can impact the quality and condition of the snow, as well as the overall skiing experience.
3. Northeast-facing slopes: While the majority of the ski area faces south, there are also some northeast-facing slopes that can offer different skiing conditions and challenges. These slopes may receive less direct sunlight and may hold onto snow longer, providing a different experience for skiers and snowboarders.
Overall, the varied terrain and aspects of the Sandia Peak Ski Area in the Sandia Mountains provide a diverse and exciting experience for winter sports enthusiasts.
Plan your day down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no. Watch the snow column the morning of a storm to know when to call in sick.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & snow
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks -- start of next storm cycle, end of last one.
Nearby SNOTEL stations
USDA NRCS SNOTEL stations within driving range. Cross-check whether the snow at Sandia Peak Ski Area is a one-off accumulation or a regional storm cycle.
| Station | Snowpack | View |
|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Sink | 1 in | → |
Beyond the slopes
Other ski areas, basecamp options, alpine fishing, and scenic stops near Sandia Peak Ski Area -- worth knowing whether you're in for a day, a long weekend, or a season pass.
Campgrounds
- Campbell Scout Ranch
- Kirtland Afb Military
- Coronado State Monument
- Coronado
- Cedro Peak Group Campground
- Cedro Peak Camping Sites - Robin And Jay
Fishing spots
- La Junta Fishing Site
- Las Casitas Fishing Site
- San Diego Fishing Site
- River's Bend Fishing Site
- Bluffs Fishing Site
- Rincon Fishing Site
Mountain & avalanche safety
- Know before you go
- Check today's avalanche bulletin from the regional avalanche center before any off-piste / side-country / backcountry travel. Conditions can shift dramatically between morning and afternoon on storm days.
- Carry the gear, know how to use it
- Beacon, shovel, probe. Practice companion rescue on a calm day, not during a real burial.
- Mind the weather window
- Heavy snow + wind builds wind slabs at ridgelines. The day after a storm is often the riskiest in the backcountry, even if the resort itself is open.
- Respect closed terrain
- Ropes are there for a reason. Even in-bounds, ducking a closure can trigger a slide that catches you and others below.
Track Sandia Peak Ski Area in the Snoflo app
Save this resort as a favorite, set push alerts when snowfall crosses a threshold (e.g. "alert me when Sandia Peak Ski Area reports 6″ new"), and Snoflo's iOS app will push the moment the SNOTEL station crosses.
About Sandia Peak Ski Area
Where does the snow data for Sandia Peak Ski Area come from?
Snowpack, SWE, 24-hour snowfall, and air temperature come from the nearest USDA NRCS SNOTEL station. Forecast comes from the National Weather Service / yr.no feed that Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the snow report updated?
Snowpack and SNOTEL data are updated continuously by NRCS (typically hourly). The 15-day weather forecast is refreshed throughout the day. Snoflo caches and renders the most recent observation -- look for the "as of" timestamp on the snowpack hero.
What's the elevation at Sandia Peak Ski Area?
See the Resort Metrics panel above for base / summit / vertical drop. The summit elevation drives snowpack accumulation -- higher summits hold snow longer through spring.
How is "% of normal" calculated?
Today's snowpack is compared to the average snowpack on this calendar day across every recorded year at the nearest SNOTEL. 100% means right on average; 130% is a big year; 60% is thin.
What ski resorts are near Sandia Peak Ski Area?
See the Other Ski Areas pill grid at the bottom of the page for resorts within driving distance. The sister Other Ski Areas card in the Plan-a-longer-trip grid above shows the closest few.
Can I get alerts when fresh snow hits?
Yes -- snow alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this resort, set a snowfall threshold (e.g. "alert me when 6+ inches"), and you'll get a push the moment the SNOTEL crosses.
Other resorts near here
Snoflo-tracked ski areas within driving distance of Sandia Peak Ski Area.