New Mexico History

A snowboarder loads the Platinum Chair at Red River Ski and Summer Area above the town of Red River.

Drew Judycki arrived at Red River as a teenage ski bum in the 1960s, worked ski patrol and instruction, and climbed every rung over 40 years until he owned the whole mountain.

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The Complete History of Red River, New Mexico

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.

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