Five Things You Must Do In Red River New Mexico
While a number of other towns in the area tend to garner more attention such as its neighbor to the south, Taos, Red River happens to offer more bang for your buck because there tends to be stuff to do all year. In other words, there is never a bad time to head out there because you'll always find ways to have fun & experience this beautifully preserved mountain town.
While in Red River, you get the thrill of being in Carson National Forest, one of five National Forests in New Mexico. You also get to say you've been the southern Rocky Mountains & are at an elevation of 8,750 feet above sea level.
Let's be honest, though - you're looking for some serious fun, right? Well, if you're in Red River New Mexico & are aching for some cool activities, here are five "must do" activities:
Snow Tubing
Yes, you could use the traditional methods of heading down snowy hills, but why not hop on an inflatable tube for a unique experience?
Snowshoeing at Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area
Maybe you're not the best skier or snowboarder, but you can still walk with the best of them. Well, grab some snowshoes & enjoy a veritable winter wonderland. There are even a few miles of trails made for you.
Snowmobiling in Valle Vidal
Have some high-powered fun making your way through Valle Vidal, a nearly 102,000 square mile mountain basin in the Sangre de Cristo mountain range part of the southern Rockies.
Moon Star Mining Camp
If you and your loved ones are admitted skiing novices, there's no shame in admitting it. In Red River, you can take your limited skill-set to through the Moon Star Mining Camp, a neat little trail that encourages lower-level skiers to take their time & explore at a slower pace.
Red River Ski & Summer Area's Snow Coach Dinner Tours
Take a heated coach & check out the sights while you travel to an elevation of over 10,000 feet and served a delicious dinner.
Red River New Mexico is the perfect combination of quaint mountain town & premier mountain destination, all without getting too "gussied up". With all that it has to offer in terms of activities for all seasons, you really do owe it yourself to make your way out there for your next vacation destination.
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