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Sandia Peak Resort Guide
Projected to open Dec 11
Projected to open December 11, 2026
Best months to book: January, February, December · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Dec 11
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Resort Guide
Sandia Peak is located just outside Albuquerque, New Mexico, offering skiing and snowboarding on the eastern slopes of the Sandia Mountains. The resort features a range of terrain suitable for beginners and intermediates, with scenic views of the Rio Grande Valley and access via the Sandia Peak Tramway. Key amenities include equipment rentals, ski school, and a mountaintop restaurant, providing a relaxed atmosphere and convenient access from the city. Sandia Peak stands out for its proximity to Albuquerque and its panoramic vistas from the summit.
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Sandia Peak
Lifts
4
Skiable area
200 ac
Longest run
3 km / 1.9 mi
Lift fleet
- Aerial tram1
- Double chair3
- Surface lift1
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Power Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Ten 3 Bar & Lounge – Located at the summit of Sandia Peak, Ten 3 offers stunning panoramic views alongside craft cocktails and a sophisticated après-ski atmosphere, making it a standout spot for relaxing and socializing after a day on the slopes.
Season vs Historic
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The last completed season totaled ~0.4 cm. That's 60% below the 5-year average (1 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 60% below the 30-year average (1 cm).
Sandia Peak Season Snowfall
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Sandia Peak Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 52cm with an average of 13 snowfall days per season. The recent decade runs 63% above this average (84cm over the last ten tracked seasons). The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| November | 6cm | 1 days | 1cm | 6cm | 4cm |
| December | 10cm | 3 days | 3cm | 8cm | 4cm |
| January | 11cm | 3 days | 4cm | 8cm | 5cm |
| February | 10cm | 3 days | 2cm | 7cm | 4cm |
| March | 8cm | 2 days | 1cm | 6cm | 4cm |
| April | 4cm | 1 days | 0cm | 3cm | 3cm |
| May | 1cm | 0 days | 0cm | 2cm | 2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Dec 11, 2026
Through Feb 28, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Sandia Peak
- Where is Sandia Peak?
- Sandia Peak is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Sandia Peak?
- Sandia Peak runs from a base elevation of 2,645 m (8,678 ft) to a summit of 3,163 m (10,377 ft), giving a vertical drop of 518 m (1,699 ft).
- How big is Sandia Peak?
- Sandia Peak has 200 acres (81 hectares) of skiable terrain, 35 marked runs and 4 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Sandia Peak?
- Sandia Peak is on the Power Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Sandia Peak?
- Sandia Peak typically operates from December to February. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Sandia Peak get in a typical season?
- Sandia Peak averages 117 inches / 297 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
