Cross-Country Ski the Blue & Orange Trails

Man cross-country skis on a snowy mesa top.

NPS / Sally King

Opportunities to cross-country ski, snowshoe, and hike may be found in the Upper Frijoles area of the monument located off of Highway 4, near Forest Service Road 289 (Dome Road). There are four trails - the Cerro Grande Trail, the Alamo Boundary Trail, and the two Upper Frijoles loop trails (one is 2.4 miles round-trip while the other is 5 miles round-trip). Trails are open during daylight hours only. Pets are not permitted. Please pack out all trash. Snowshoe users and hikers are asked to stay to the side of the ski trail.

Seasonal Conditions
Snow volume varies from year to year so call the visitor center (505-672-3861 x 0 or 1800) for current conditions. The ski and snowshoe season usually lasts from mid-November to mid-March. The trails are open all year to hiking.

Details

Duration

1-6 Hours

Activity

Cross-Country Skiing

Pets Allowed

No

Activity Fee

Yes

Entrance fee applies

Reservations

No

Season

Winter, Spring

Time of Day

Day, Dawn, Dusk

Accessibility Information

Cross-country ski trails are not groomed or maintained.