📷 Red River
North America
Red River
Projected to open November 27, 2026
Best months to book: February, April, March · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 27 — closed April 5
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Red River is projected to open November 27, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February23cm avg · last season 13.3
- #2April23cm avg · last season 21.4
- #3March24cm avg · last season 7.4
Best weeks to book
- #1 29 Mar – 4 Apr · last season 16.7
- #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 13.3
- #3 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 8.4
Ranked on 25% last season's SnowSure score (2025-26) · 75% 30-year snowfall and base-depth record. The live score returns when the lifts turn.
Current Conditions
Reported Mon, Oct 12, 10:02 PM UTC
Terrain Open
Projected to open Nov 27
Projected to open November 27, 2026
67 runs · 7 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 7
- Runs– / 67
Days 8–14 and every model are in SnowSure Pro.
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Maps
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Webcams & Proof of Powder
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About Red River
Red River is a mountain town and ski destination located at 8,750 feet in northern New Mexico, offering a blend of Old West charm and outdoor adventure. The resort features the Red River Ski & Summer Area, providing skiing, snowboarding, tubing, and snowshoeing in winter, along with a variety of summer activities. Visitors enjoy a welcoming atmosphere, family-friendly experiences, and easy access to Main Street’s shops, dining, and live music. Red River stands out for its small-town character, year-round events, and proximity to wilderness and scenic mountain views.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Red River
- Where is Red River?
- Red River is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Red River?
- Red River runs from a base elevation of 2,668 m (8,753 ft) to a summit of 3,155 m (10,351 ft), giving a vertical drop of 487 m (1,598 ft).
- How big is Red River?
- Red River has 209 acres (85 hectares) of skiable terrain, 67 marked runs and 7 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Red River?
- Red River is on the Freedom 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 Red River?
- Red River typically operates from November to April. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Red River get in a typical season?
- Red River averages 214 inches / 544 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Red River in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #107 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +8% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Red River averaged +8% versus its own 30-year snowfall baseline. The pattern has historically been a friend here. With a record-strength event forecast for winter 2026-27, Red River sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 -15%, '15-16 -3%, '23-24 +43%. A pattern, not a promise.
