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A quick-links guide to the Red River Ski & Summer Area website for 2026, covering snow reports, trail maps, tickets and passes, lessons, rentals, and summer activities.

Essential quick links to Red River's official visitor website, from things to do, events, and lodging to vacation rentals, webcams, weather, and trip-planning resources.

Red River, New Mexico, is a picturesque resort town nestled in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains within Taos County. With a population of 542 as of the 2020 census, it serves as a year-round destination for outdoor enthusiasts, offering activities like skiing, hiking, fishing, and mountain biking.

Red River's Fourth of July parade began in 1941 as the old mining town remade itself into a summer resort, a patriotic hometown tradition now spanning more than 85 years.

Each Fourth of July, Red River becomes a patriotic mountain celebration, with a 10 a.m. parade down Main Street and a full day of games, music, and family fun in the park.

Get ready for one of Red River’s most intense winter competitions — Race the Face returns on Saturday, January 17th, 2026 at 4PM. This adrenaline‑charged event pits snowmobiles and snow bikes against the steep climb of The Face, with racers battling the clock for the fastest ascent and a shot at cash payouts.

Red River NM Welcomes 2026 Fresh Snow, Bright Lights, Mountain Magic Slopes Packed, Families Laughing, Adventures Everywhere Music, Bonfires, Local Flavor All Night Sunsets And Stargazing That Stopped Everyone In Their Tracks Community Heartbeat Strong And Full Of Joy Wild Heart, Red River Start Your Mountain Escape Awaits In 2026.

Red River Christmas Blessing

Seasonal Activities Calendar – Red River, NM

The holiday season in Red River, New Mexico, is about to get even more magical with the return of Santa’s Secret Workshop. Scheduled for December 16–17, 2025, this free community event offers locals and visitors alike a warm, festive space to prepare for the holidays in style.