Things To Do

Downtown Taos, New Mexico

Arts & Culture!

Earthship Community & Biotecture of Taos

Ojo Caliente Mineral Springs

Fly Fishing!

Skiing & Snowboarding!

Rio Grande Gorge Bridge

Rock Climb!

Snow Mobile Tours

Llama Trecking Adventure

Yerba Canyon Trail

If you want to experience a snowy hike in the woods, consider the series of trails located along the Taos Ski Valley Road (State Road 150). "Yerba is very beautiful in winter and you don't have to go in too far to really have a nice experience," says Craig Saum, trails planner for the Carson National Forest. The trail goes all the way to Lobo Ridge, a total of about 8 miles round trip and an elevation gain of 3,600 feet, but in the winter many people stay in the lower reaches of the trail near the creek to enjoy the sound of the water and the sunny spots along the way Directions: From Taos Plaza, go 4 miles north on Paseo del Pueblo to the intersection with the Taos Ski Valley Road. Take this road through Arroyo Seco, bearing left at the old Arroyo Seco school and go up the canyon to mile marker 10. After a big snow, it is more difficult to park along the road, so you may want to wait a few days before heading up the canyon.

The Slide Trail

The Slide Trail is a 2.7 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near Embudo, New Mexico that features a river and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from September until May. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash.