Posted in New Mexico December 29, 2020 by

The Tiny Town Of Red River, New Mexico Is The Grandest Winter Wonderland You’ll Ever Visit

The coolest winter hot spot in New Mexico just got a little cooler thanks to one of our favorite accessories: snow! Each year, the tiny town of Red River only needs a few inches of smooth, powdery snow but it manages to exceed all expectations by being the snowiest place in the entire state.

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That's right, this tiny resort mountain town manages to collect some of the greatest amounts of snow in the state.
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According to the experts at the Weather Channel, Red River receives an average of a whopping 151.1 inches of snow annually.
That amount of snowfall combined with the mountains is exactly why Red River is a popular winter destination.
Red River Ski & Summer Area/Facebook
If taking a quick vacation in a winter wonderland sounds and looks idyllic, then we have a few suggestions.
Book a stay at one of the town's many quaint cabin retreats. Pictured here are the Rio Colorado Cabins in a beautifully frozen landscape.
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After greeting the day, warm up with a hot coffee and hearty breakfast sandwich at Steam Coffee Company.
Steam Coffee & Tea Co./Facebook
A train caboose turned coffee house, the drinks at this cafe will help keep you warm from the inside out.
One of our favorite ways to enjoy that snowy beauty?
Red River Ski & Summer Area/Facebook
By journeying to the Red River Ski & Summer Area for some wintery fun with skiing, snowboarding, and other snowy activities.
Later on, grab a brew and a Hatch chile cheeseburger or some mouthwatering BBQ over at Red River Brewing Company.
Red River Brewing Company & Distillery/Facebook
Grab a seat on the heated patio for the perfect spot to enjoy the snowy mountain views.
Have you been to Red River in the winter? What do you enjoy seeing, doing, and eating while in town?
Visit Red River, NM/Facebook
Red River is located in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, approximately 37 miles northeast of Taos via the Enchanted Circle Scenic Byway.
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Ready to truly enjoy that glimmering, snowy goodness this winter? New Mexico’s hiking trails are just as lovely when coated in a layer of snow. Read about some fairly easy trails around the state that you can embark on this winter in These 5 Snowy Strolls Are The Perfect Way To Welcome Winter In New Mexico.

Address: Red River, NM, USA