Red River Skiing

Terrain

Red River Ski Are features 63 trails serviced by 7 lifts on 209 skiable acres with a vertical drop of 1,600 feet. The base elevation is 8,750 feet, and the top elevation is 10,350 feet. The area receives 214 inches of annual snowfall. Snowmaking is available on 85% of the resort. You’re bound to enjoy some bluebird days with the areas 300-plus days of sunshine.

The terrain is 32% beginner, 38% intermediate and 30% advanced. There are three terrain parks at The Parks at Red River. The largest jumps, hits and jibs are at Hollywood. Cross-country skiing is available at Enchanted Forest Cross Country Ski Area, which has over 30 kilometers of ski trails and 18 kilometers of snowshoe trails, and the park is 1,400 acres.

Tubing and snowshoeing are available on the mountain as well as snowmobiling and OHV tours. If you have time, grab a spot on the Snow Coach Dinner Tours, where you’ll get dinner while learning the history of the mountain as well as scenic views. Summer activities include hiking, fishing, rafting, camping, biking, horse rides, hunting and OHV and Jeep tours. There is a ski and snowboard school, and you can rent or buy equipment on the mountain.

Breakfast

• T’Bucks is a family-owned restaurant known for its comfort food and donuts. It’s open for breakfast and lunch. 601 W Main Street, Red River, NM 87558

Lunch

• Anchovies Pizzeria specializes in gourmet pizzas, fresh salads and cannoli. 100 W High Street, Red River, NM 87558

Dinner

• The Bull O’ The Woods Saloon is a local tradition, having been serving guests since 1939. From a full kitchen to a large selection of beers and spirits to pool and shuffleboard, it’s the perfect spot to grab dinner and then enjoy some drinks with old and new friends. 401 E Main Street, Red River, NM 87558

Après/Nightlife

• The Motherlode Saloon is the best place to go dancing and listen to live music in town. 406 Main Street, Red River, NM 87558