Adventure seekers can follow NM 150 up the scenic Rio Hondo canyon to its end, where the Village of Taos Ski Valley offers a cool, high-alpine basecamp near Wheeler Peak, the highest point in New Mexico.
At more than 9,000 feet, this walkable mountain village is an ideal place to beat the heat and launch into Northern New Mexico’s outdoor and cultural experiences.
In the warmer months, visitors can hike to Williams Lake or summit Wheeler Peak, explore Carson National Forest trails, or enjoy lift-served mountain biking and scenic chairlift rides in Kachina Basin. Guided Via Ferrata climbs on Kachina Peak offer a unique way to experience the alpine landscape. The
village also hosts lawn games, family-friendly activities and seasonal programming.
Originally a timber and mining area, Taos Ski Valley was trans- formed in the 1950s by ski pioneer Ernie Blake into a world-class destination. Today, it remains a vibrant, year-round community with lodging, dining, shopping and wellness offerings rooted in stewardship and connection to the land.
Whether seeking high-country adventure or a peaceful escape, Taos Ski Valley delivers both, with easy access to Taos’ arts, culture and cuisine just down the canyon.