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Ski Apache vs Ski Cloudcroft

Ski Cloudcroft excels for families prioritizing family features.

The Verdict

Ski Apache leads with 5 wins
Best for Families
Ski Cloudcroft

Family-focused experience

Best Snowfall
Ski Apache

37" average season

Best Terrain
Ski Apache

Impressive mountain

Best Value
Ski Apache

$0 day pass

Easiest Access
Ski Apache

Most accessible

Best Village Vibe
Ski Apache

Pleasant base area

Ski Apache
New Mexico, United States
$$
Ski Cloudcroft
New Mexico, United States
$$

Family

Ski School Age
-
-
Full-Day Program
-
-
Beginner Terrain
5.0
6.5
Walkability
5.0
5.0
Village Vibe
5.0
5.0

Mountain

Vertical
1,796'
651'
Skiable Area
0 ac
0 ac
Green Runs
16%
32%
Trails
45
25
Lifts
9
2

Getting There

Airport
ABQ
ABQ
Drive Time
2h
2h
Road Ease
5.0
5.0

Cost

Passes
None
None
Day Pass
$0
$0
Cost Tier
Moderate
Moderate

Village

Dining
Limited
Limited
Grocery
Spa
Pool
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Snowfall Comparison

Live conditions

Ski Apache

37"

avg season

2024-25 season

32" total

86%

Ski Cloudcroft

35.4"

avg season

2024-25 season

25.4" total

72%

Season Accumulation (10-Year Average)

OctNovDecJanFebMarApr
37"19"0"
Ski Apache
Ski Cloudcroft

Key Insights

Ski Cloudcroft excels for families prioritizing family features.

Key Differences

  • Ski Cloudcroft's beginner terrain score (6.5) exceeds Ski Apache's (5.0), making it better for families prioritizing beginner runs
  • Ski Apache offers more terrain variety (0 acres vs 0 acres)
  • Ski Apache has greater vertical drop (1,796' vs 651'), offering longer runs
  • Ski Cloudcroft has more beginner/intermediate terrain (72% green and blue), while Ski Apache skews more advanced (49% black and double black)

Best For

Ski Apache

  • Budget-conscious families
  • Expert skiers (49% advanced terrain)

Ski Cloudcroft

  • Families with first-time skiers (good beginner terrain)
  • Budget-conscious families

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Regions

Colorado
Utah
British Columbia

Best For

Best for Beginners
Most Walkable
Best for Toddlers

Guides

First Family Ski Trip Guide
Best Time to Go Skiing