No specifics have been made yet as to what type of lifts will replace these and what their capacities will be. According to Taos, the chairlifts will be a mix of fixed grip and detachable technology.
Taos has undergone major developments over the past decade, as they have added a fixed gripped quad to Kachina Peak that was previously only served by hiking it, along with a base area redevelopment that includes a major real estate complex(The Blake Residences). They have also recently become a Certified B Corporation for their commitment to environmentalism and sustainability.
Other Upgrades and Additions in the Master Development Plan Include:
-An addition of a Nordic Skiing Section around Ocean Boulevard and the Wild West Area
-A new water tank on the front side of the mountain that will assist with snowmaking and forest fire emergencies
-A redesigned and reconfigured frontside drop-off and parking area
-A RV camping area
– A previous proposal to add a chairlift to West Basin Ridge has been shelved for now. The terrain is still accessible by hiking inbounds
-Tree thinning in the glades of the Wild West Area and Minnesota’s
-A new on-mountain restaurant near the top of Lift 7
-Convert the ski patrol shacks at the top of Lifts 2 and 4 into multi-use facilities with bathrooms
-Expanded mountain bike offerings under Lift 4.
-A new hiking trail from the base of Lift 1 to the top of Lift 4.
A video explaining their Master Development Plan is below: