📷 Sipapu
North America
Sipapu
Projected to open November 21, 2026
Best months to book: February, March, January · last season + 30-yr record
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Projected to open Nov 21
Weather data is still collected for informational purposes.
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Sipapu is projected to open November 21, 2026. Here is when it is usually best to book.
Best months to book
- #1February25cm avg · last season 15.4
- #2March29cm avg · last season 10.4
- #3January23cm avg
Best weeks to book
- #1 1 Mar – 7 Mar · last season 12.3
- #2 22 Feb – 28 Feb · last season 15.4
- #3 16 Mar – 21 Mar · last season 9.8
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 21
Projected to open November 21, 2026
43 runs · 6 lifts — live counts and the SnowSure™ Score return when the lifts turn.
- Lifts– / 6
- Runs– / 43
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 Sipapu
Sipapu Ski & Summer Resort is located in northern New Mexico, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with a focus on affordability and accessibility. The resort features 41 trails, five lifts, and a mix of beginner to advanced terrain across 200 skiable acres. Signature experiences include uncrowded slopes, a relaxed environment, and a variety of on-mountain lodging options. Sipapu stands out for its early season openings, free lift ticket programs for children, and a welcoming setting ideal for families and first-time skiers.
Read the full resort guide →Frequently asked questions about Sipapu
- Where is Sipapu?
- Sipapu is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Sipapu?
- Sipapu runs from a base elevation of 2,591 m (8,501 ft) to a summit of 2,926 m (9,600 ft), giving a vertical drop of 335 m (1,099 ft).
- How big is Sipapu?
- Sipapu has 215 acres (87 hectares) of skiable terrain, 43 marked runs and 6 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Sipapu?
- Sipapu 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 Sipapu?
- Sipapu typically operates from November to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Sipapu get in a typical season?
- Sipapu averages 190 inches / 483 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
- How will El Niño affect Sipapu in winter 2026-27?
- El Niño Signal Rank: #44 of 488 SnowSure resorts · Tier A · strong-event signal +13% vs its own 30-yr average. In the three strongest El Niño winters on record ('97-98, '15-16, '23-24), Sipapu averaged +13% 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, Sipapu sits on the favorable side of the ledger. Analog winters: '97-98 +11%, '15-16 +13%, '23-24 +14%. A pattern, not a promise.
