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Adventure, Culture, History and Nature!
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Skiing:
Taos Ski Valley, located just three miles from Chalet Rio, is one
of the most renown winter sports destinations in this country.
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The resort features more snow than Aspen (312"), more vertical
drop than Breckenridge (2,612'), more sun than Sun Valley (88%), and
more skiable acres than Telluride (1,294 acres). Best of all, Taos
Ski Valley's charm comes with no crowds and no lift lines!
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The Ski Valley When the Snow's Gone:
Taos Ski Valley is truly a year round recreational destination. The
most scenic ski lift operates in warm weather providing unmatched
site seeing opportunities.
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Fishing:
Excellent fishing opportunities abound in both streams and lakes
around Taos including the Rio Hondo which flows through Chalet Rio's
property. New Mexico law allows year round fishing.
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Hiking and Backpacking:
The trail head for U.S. Forest Service Trail #58 is literally just
across Highway 150 from Chalet Rio. This well maintained yet
challenging trail intersects five other U.S. Forrest services
trails providing a myriad of trekking opportunities in some of the
most scenic areas in the state.
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Another excellent choice is U.S. Forest Service Trail #62 with its
trail head located a few miles from Chalet Rio, just south of the
Kachina Chairlift in Taos Ski Valley. This trail passes scenic
Williams Lake and proceeds on to the top of 13,161 foot Wheeler
Peak, the tallest in New Mexico.
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Horse Back Riding:
A variety of riding stables in the Taos area provide the opportunity
to see the high country on horse back. An excellent full-service
equestrian facility is located just three miles from Chalet Rio in Taos
Ski Valley.
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Mountain Biking:
The large number of trails around Chalet Rio and in the Taos area
provide virtually endless opportunities for biking adventures. Rental
bikes are available from several area operators.
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