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Outdoor recreation, cultural tours, scenic drives, great dining, and more. Something worth doing in every season, for every pace.

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Our area offers opportunities for every taste, age and physical ability; from outdoor recreation to quiet reflection, scenic drives with plenty of cultural and historical tours and detours, as well as fantastic shopping and dining. We have gathered a selection of ideas that are great year round, but there are always exciting events upcoming in the Town of Taos, Taos Ski Valley and daytrips in the region and you can find more about those on our links page.

Get Outside

Outdoor Activities

Although there are many ways to enjoy this area, arguably one of our best features is our natural beauty, and all the many ways one can explore that beauty.

On the Water

From calm lakes to moving rivers, there's a way in for every skill level.

Fly Fishing

Spin Fishing

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Kayaking

River Rafting

Swimming

On Land

Miles of trails, open terrain, and wide skies waiting to be explored.

Hiking

Road Biking

Mountain Biking

Horseback Riding

Rock Climbing

Golf

Kids & Family Activities

Traveling with kids requires different kinds of options, although we think many of these are great adult fun also this list is kids and family friendly activities.
Kids & Family Activities

In Town

Ice Skating · Bowling · Swimming · Public Parks · Twirl Playspace · Mitchell Storyteller Cinema

Scenic Drives & Day Trips

Enchanted Circle · Great Sand Dunes National Park and Hooper Pools (Southern Colorado) · High Road to Santa Fe · Hopewell Lake/Chama · Southern Colorado Loop · Rio Grande del Norte National Monument

Explore the Area

History & Culture

The Taos area has a deep and layered history. These are some of the places worth making time for.

Museums & Historic Homes

Art, history, and remarkable lives on display across the region.

The Couse House

Blumenschein Home and Museum

Harwood Museum of Art

Taos Art Museum at Fechin House

Governor Bent Museum

Kit Carson Home and Museum

Landmarks & Sacred Sites

From ancient pueblos to iconic bridges and storied churches.

Taos Pueblo UNESCO Heritage Site

Holy Trinity Historic Church, Arroyo Seco

Turquoise Tours Daily Offerings

Greater World Earthship Community

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

Overlook Trail

Dining Recommendations

Taos Ski Valley

Taos Ski Valley

Several good options right on the mountain. Hours vary by season, so check ahead before you go.

  • 192 at The Blake (seasonal)

  • The Bavarian (seasonal hours)

  • Black Diamond Espresso (year round, grab-and-go)

  • The Blonde Bear Tavern (Edelweiss, seasonal)

  • Cafe Naranja (Edelweiss, seasonal)

  • SnakeDance Inn (seasonal, lunch and dinner)

Taos

Taos

Dozens of local eateries to choose from. These are some of our personal favorites in town.

  • Lambert's of Taos (fine dining, great courtyard)

  • Orlando's New Mexican Café (green and red chile)

  • The Love Apple (inspired dishes, great for a date)

  • La Cueva Cafe (Mexican, casual and quick)

  • KOKO Coffee Deli (sandwiches, soups, baked goods)

  • Sushi a la Hattori (Japanese, views of Taos Mountain)

Arroyo Seco

Arroyo Seco

A short drive from town with a handful of spots worth stopping for on the way.

  • Abe's Cantina and Cocina (New Mexican, full bar)

  • The Wake and Take (vegan bowls and smoothies)

  • Taos Cow Ice Cream (by the Rio Lucero)

  • Sol Food Market and Café (coffee, sandwiches, grocery)

  • Aceq (casual dining, relaxed atmosphere)

  • Sabroso (happy hour and dinner, great patio)

Recreation

Active Adventures in Northern New Mexico

Skiing

Top-rated resort with terrain for every level, year round.

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Mountain Biking Taos

Great trails for all levels, mostly intermediate and above.

Mountain Biking Taos

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Mountain Biking Taos Ski Valley

Singletrack above 9,000 feet through national forest.

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Fishing Taos and Taos Ski Valley

Pristine trout water across national forest and BLM land.

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