While there's not always much snow in the desert in the winter, a snow tubing park and play area in Ruidoso knows just how to fix that. Ruidoso is home to the largest snowmaking system in the area and provides all of the snow you need for a white winter. So, when you want a true winter activity, Ruidoso Winter Park is the place to go. Get ready to spend a day going up and down some of the snowiest hills in the Land of Enchantment for an experience that is scarce, and much underrated to New Mexicans. For the best snow tubing in New Mexico, this is one family destination that you need to visit this winter.

Welcome to Ruidoso Winter Park in Alto, New Mexico.

There's truly something for people of all ages at the Ruidoso Winter Park. This park is much more than a snow tubing hill with ziplining, play areas, and more. It is home to the best snow tubing hills in New Mexico.

The Winter Park is made completely with artificial snow using one of the largest snowmaking machines in the area. No matter where the snow falls, there will always be enough for a winter wonderland right here in Ruidoso.

This snow tubing hill in New Mexico is fully equipped with state-of-the-art Magic Carpet lifts, so you will never get tired walking up the hill. This means you can use all of that extra energy to go get a slice of pizza from the snack bar.

Giant tubes are available for families who want to experience the rush together. These tubes can carry four to six people and are available on a first-come-first-serve basis. Smaller tubes can also be linked together so you can all stick together as you fly down the hill.

There are height requirements to ride on certain hills at this Winter Park in the Land of Enchantment. For all guests under 42-inches-tall, there is a special area just for them. Nobody is left out at this snow play area in New Mexico.

For a true party, guests can even rent out a VIP igloo. Igloo packages include your very own furnished igloo with heat for hand warming, pizza, and refreshments. These packages also include ziplining passes and reserved tubes.

The Ruidoso Winter Park is a true winter experience for New Mexicans everywhere, and home to the best snow tubing in New Mexico. Get out in the snow today!

All tickets are good for three hours or until the end of the day, whichever is shorter. To learn more about snow tubing at Ruidoso Winter Park and to purchase your tickets online, click here.

Have you ever been to The Ruidoso Winter Park? What was it like? Let us know your thoughts in the comments and feel free to share your photos from all of your winter outings in our New Mexico Nature Lovers Facebook group. You can also tag us on Instagram by tagging #onlyinnewmexico for a chance to be featured!

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