Taos Ski Valley, tucked away in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains of Northern New Mexico, is a high-elevation, high-adventure resort known for its steep terrain, world-class ski school, and unique Southwestern charm. While it’s a “big name” with a reputation for expert-level skiing and European-style ambiance, it’s still possible to ski Taos without blowing your budget—if you know how to unlock it.

How to Save at Taos Ski Valley

Taos can be pricey if you walk up to the window, but smart skiers can bring their per-day costs down to $99 or less using one of these three methods:

Mountain Collective Pass

Get 2 days at Taos plus 2 days each at 25 other iconic resorts like Alta, Jackson Hole, and Snowbird. This pass is perfect if you're planning multiple trips and want to ski elite mountains without elite prices. This pass will get you the cheapest deal on lift tickets if you ski 6 or more days during the season!

5-Day Flex Pass from Taos

Taos offers a 5-Day Flex Ticket for $525, dropping your daily lift ticket to $105. It’s a great deal for skiers planning to stay a little longer and make the most of the mountain.

Ikon Session Pass

If Taos is your focus and you only have a few days, the Ikon Session Pass offers 2 to 4-day options:

2 Days – $259

3 Days – $389

4 Days – $459

It’s not the cheapest option, but if you already own one or are eyeing multiple Ikon resorts, this could make sense.

Affordable Lodging in Taos

We’ve already done the work of finding the best value lodging options around Taos Ski Valley. We’ve curated the most budget-friendly accommodations and listed them at the bottom of this page.