Location: Red River
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Red River is a resort town in Taos County, New Mexico, United States, located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. The population was 477 at the 2010 census. Red River is a prime spot for tourism on the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway, and is 36 miles (57.9 kilometres) from Taos, New Mexico.
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1. Horseshoe Lake
2. Columbine Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 45 reviews
Approximately five miles one-way, this is a scenic and moderate-rated trail that leads hikers along a river and through meadows.
Reviewed By Missing-mountains - Joplin, United States
We got to explore this beautiful trail with old and young hikers (age range 8-50 years). It was a great trail will some slope and loose rock, but not a problem for our family. The water crossings were all either log bridges (so exciting for the kids) or well spaced, dry, solid stepping stones. In 1.5 hours we had seen numerous waterfalls, 2 meadows full of wild flowers and were tired enough to turn around. You can easily hike as far as you want or keep on pushing to the further trails. We took the easy going short hike. Enjoy.
3. Lost Lake
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 13 reviews
Challenging, five miles, one way hiking trail.
Reviewed By lowell01 - Bentonville, United States
A beautiful well travelled trail. The trail has a slow manageable elevation gain of almost 2000'. Much of the hike is in the woods and then it opens up with huge views. The lake itself is a lovely alpine lake. Just a great place to take a break and enjoy the beauty. You can hike on to Horseshoe lake to reach higher elevation but for me Lost Lake is prettier and the addtition nearly adds to the difficulty of the hike.
4. Wheeler Peak
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 61 reviews
An extremely challenging, eight to ten mile hike (one way).
Reviewed By 2gonesomewhere - Marathon, United States
New Mexico's highest peak at 13167 (13161?13159? anyway it's the tallest). Shortest trail is up the Williams Lake side - about 1/4 mile before the lake hang a left. Well marked. I measured about 9.5 miles round trip from trail head at Williams Lake parking area, including a short detour to Mt. Walter which shares saddle to Wheeler and as second highest (13141) should easily be honored with a visit. Great views of Williams Lake area, and Red River area on the other side. Another trail leaves from the Taos Ski Valley parking lot and is much longer via Bull-of-the Woods Trail. This is a nice hike too - we went part way to visit Fraser (Frazer) Mountain at 12163'. Nice hike too, bighorns around. If you go to Wheeler this way it is more like 13-14 miles round trip.
5. Fagan's Guided Fly Fishing
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 40 reviews
Operating under special usage permit to access Carson National Forest, Guide Jeff Fagan has a variety of trips available for the novice or experienced angler. Join him for a day of fly fishing the best holes in the area. You will enjoy a great experience in the majestic Sangre de Cristo Mountains. Fly rod, tackle, and waders are provided. All participants must provide a valid NM fishing license.
6. New Mexico Adventure Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 504 reviews
3 Hour Wilderness Adventure Tour 3 Times A Day (9 Am, 1 Pm And 4:30 Pm) 7 Days A Week. Safari Style- Convertible Top, Able To Accommodate 12 People Comfortably We Will Take You Panning For Gold. Lots Of History Of The Ute Indian, Gold Rush And The Old West 100% Wilderness Wildlife Always Possible (elk, Black Bear, Big Horn Sheep) OUR SEASON STARTS THE FIRST WEEKEND IN JUNE THROUGH OCTOBER (UNTILL IT STARTS SNOWING)
7. Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 72 reviews
Enchanted Forest is New Mexico's largest and only full service cross country ski area. We offer a full rental shop, PSIA XC ski lessons, ski patrol, and snack bar, all at our comfy day lodge and lesson area. With 32 km of ski trails, and 18 km of snowshoe trails we offer plenty of terrain for anyone to have fun. We also offer Summer and Winter on trail yurt rentals. Ski or Snowshoe in the Winter, or Hike or Mt. Bike in the Summer.
Reviewed By hannahlQ2040XP
This is a charming and beautiful place for Nordic skiing. The owners and staff are just lovely and we are definitely coming back!
8. Red River Offroad
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 95 reviews
Off-road Mountain Tours. The only year around tour guide company in Red River. Jeep Tours..UTV Tours... Fall Foliage Tours of the Spectacular Aspen color change. Winter Snow Tours on our Snow Cat November-March.
9. Middlefork Lake
10. Taos Mountain Outfitters - Red River
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
We provide the very best in outdoor clothing and gear for an active lifestyle while giving the highest quality customer service and guidance.
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