Pajarito Mountain Ski Area vs Ski Santa Fe

Pajarito Mountain Ski Area (New Mexico) and Ski Santa Fe (New Mexico) head-to-head: stats, terrain, and 2026-27 pass coverage.

StatPajarito Mountain Ski AreaSki Santa Fe
Vertical drop1,453 ft (443 m)1,752 ft (534 m)
Summit elevation10,430 ft12,093 ft
Base elevation8,976 ft10,338 ft
Lifts67
Runs6288
Beginner terrain29%30%
Intermediate terrain44%33%
Expert terrain27%37%
Night skiingNoNo

Ski Santa Fe has the bigger vertical (1,752 ft vs 1,453 ft); Ski Santa Fe has more runs (88 vs 62); Ski Santa Fe skews more expert (37% expert terrain).

Which pass covers them?

ResortPass coverage (2026-27)
Pajarito Mountain Ski AreaNot on a major pass; lift tickets only
Ski Santa FeNot on a major pass; lift tickets only

No single pass covers both, so skiing both means separate passes or lift tickets. Check your full resort list in the pass finder →

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