Location: Red River
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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Couples in Red River, New Mexico (NM)
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. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
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. 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!
6. Middlefork Lake
7. Goose Lake Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Moderate to difficult hike, six miles one way.
Reviewed By Loveroftravels17
Took family old and young up the trail first in two four wheel drive Chevy trucks. Two tough spots but think we could’ve made it. We turned around after first one though. Next day took a razor and mule up the trail! Much more fun for the big and young kids! We had a blast, covered in mud and all! Highly recommended!! Would like to hike to the peak next time!!
8. Red River Ski & Summer Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 598 reviews
Whether you’re looking for wide open groomers, park laps, or powder filled trees you’ll find it with us! We are the family ski town of the Southwest.
9. Red River Sled Shed
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By MPKaustin
Best time! This was my first time snowmobiling, husband's third. I had a Blast! I was a tiny bit nervous driving my own snowmobile but it went away quickly as soon as we got started. I was behind the guide, Tim, who is friendly and fun. We took the first morning ride. He got a feel for our group and off we went. It was like riding through a winter wonderland; snow covered trees, fun trails and So fun going up the fresh trails. I felt like we went fast enough, so we really enjoyed that. Top of the mountain was gorgeous, took pics and the ride down was exhilarating!!! I can see how some would feel as if it's hard for the little ones bc it is very cold, and hard for children to handle, so maybe consider doing this with teens. We did the 2 hour trip, which is long enough and brought a thermos of cocoa along, as well. We will do this again bc it was SO fun! Thank you Tim for making it a great experience.
10. Bobcat Pass Wilderness Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 377 reviews
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