In Apache Bowl, he pointed out a potential chairlift corridor which would add loads of upper-expert skiing, and he also has an eye on another potential expansion area. But, expansion or no, Parker said he expects to close out his distinguished career at Ski Apache. This has been my life. Not a bad way to go. Free lift tickets to first-timers enrolled in ski school.
Most people drive-it is about three and a half hours to the ski area from Santa Fe.
The ski area is 12 miles from Ruidoso up a windy, narrow road off NM 48. Chains are required during storms. A few miles beyond Ruidoso is the Inn of the Mountain Gods, a four-season resort owned and operated by the Mescaleros. Amenities include a casino, indoor tennis courts, and swimming. A shuttle service provides rides to the ski area and town.