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Red River Nature Trail
Red River, New Mexico
3.2 mi
/ 413 ft gain
Red River Nature Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a river located near Red River, New Mexico.
Hike the Red River Nature Trail
Red River, New Mexico
2 mi
The Red River Nature Trail starts right in town next to the Platinum Lift off Pioneer Road. The trail travels 2 miles to Goose Lake Road. The hike itself can be taken as a two or four mile hike, depending on weather you access it point to point or out and back.
We started the trail behind the visitor center and crossed over the river with a beautiful covered bridge. The path then follows the ri...
Explore Mallette Park & Canyon
Red River, New Mexico
We stumbled upon this little gem as we were driving through town. This park is nestled right at the base of Mallette Canyon and has several features that becken a winter visit.
Along the west side of the canyon, over the small green bridge in the park you will find yourself following along a quarter mile nature trail. The trail takes you past a closed for the season cave, thats still worth taki...
Greenie Peak OHV Loop
Red River, New Mexico
24.17 mi
/ 4334 ft gain
Greenie Peak OHV Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Red River, New Mexico.
Explore No Name Point
Red River, New Mexico
Not even a mile down Bitter Creek Rd, there’s a right-hand turn that takes you next to this spectacular rock outcropping. There's a little dirt parking area when you come down and around the turn that sits right next to Bitter Creek itself.
It’d be a swell place hang out, play around on the rocks, or have a picnic anytime of year! The area also provides views of the ski resort that are worthwh...
Sledding in Red River
Red River, New Mexico
If you’re looking for an alternative winter activity to indulge your need for gravity sports, you may take the time to rent a sled from Sitzmark’s for $5 and head over to the library to take your chance at reviving your childhood spirit!
Heading to the library at the east end of town, you can find street parking anywhere you please on the main road, directly across the street from the library y...
Goose Lake OHV Trail
Red River, New Mexico
13.87 mi
/ 3287 ft gain
Goose Lake OHV Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Red River, New Mexico.
Ski Red River Ski Area
Taos County, New Mexico
The resort itself, sits right in town, with 6 lifts. Two of the lifts come down to the river and access various parts of the town, it’s a place that makes you remember what skiing used to be like.
The mountain has roughly 170 acres of skiable terrain, and appeals to those of all abilities.
The upper part of the mountain has a dedicated chair - “Emerald Chair” for beginner terrain. This area fe...
Goose Creek Trail #65
Red River, New Mexico
11.7 mi
/ 3136 ft gain
Goose Creek Trail #65 is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Red River, New Mexico.
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Red River, New Mexico
Elephant Rock Campground
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Elephant Rock Campground has excellent fishing access to the well-stocked Red River, nearby Eagle Rock Lake and hiking into the ...
Questa, New Mexico
Fawn Lakes Campground
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Fawn Lakes Campground is located in Carson National Forest, one of a few campgrounds located along the scenic canyons of Red Riv...
Red River, New Mexico
Columbine Campground (Nm)
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Columbine Campground is located between Questa and Red River, New Mexico. The Red River flows past the campground and a trailhea...
Colfax County, New Mexico
Cimarron Campground
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Cimarron Campground is located in the scenic Valle Vidal within Carson National Forest in northern New Mexico, at an elevation o...
Tres Piedras, New Mexico
Aldo Leopold Cabin
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NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS.
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Vadito, New Mexico
Amole Canyon Group Shelter
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NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS / NOT OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE. PROJECTED OPENING 2020The Amole Group Shelter is located immedi...
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