- The list below includes 40 free or cheap things to do in or near Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico, including 25 different types of inexpensive activities like Horseback Riding, Art Museum, Hiking Trails and History Museums.
- From A.A. Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures to Williams Lake, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Taos Ski Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Taos, Red River, Angel Fire and Cimarron.
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With a bridge spanning the canyon, the Red River Canyon provides wonderful views of the Red River and surrounding rock formations. Hiking, all terrain vehicle excursions, and viewing fall Aspen colors can all be done from the canyon site.
8.2 Miles
Considered to be a hiker's paradise, the Red River Nature Trail has a wide range of paths. It essentially travels two miles along the Red River and Goose Lake Road and also features a side nature trail beginning at Mallette Park.
8.2 Miles
The Middlefork Lake Trail leads to a lake at the top with picnic areas. The trail is used for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in the winter and hiking, horseback riding, and mountain biking in the summer.
10.9 Miles
A part of the 30,000+ acre Colin Neblett Wildlife Area, Cimarron Canyon State Park offers hiking, wildlife viewing, and striking scenery. Perhaps the most unique draw is the Cimarron Palisades, massive granite formations standing 400 feet high.
12.3 Miles
Offering a guided whitewater rafting experience, Far Flung Rafting Adventures has single- and multi-day trips to the Rio Grande, Chama and Arkansas rivers. Also provided are guide and whitewater schools, swiftwater rescue training and kayaking lessons.
12.3 Miles
The KTAOS Solar Center is a combination radio station, restaurant and bar, music hall, and solar center. Restaurant visitors can watch the radio station's operations through soundproof glass, listen to live music, or look out over the surrounding mountains.
12.9 Miles
Housed in a southwestern hacienda with a view of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, the Millicent Rogers Museum has a collection of Hispanic, Anglo-American and Native American art. This art includes paintings, photography, pottery, jewelry and crafts.
14.1 Miles
Located on 19 acres of land, Kit Carson Park has a 3/4 mile walking trail at its perimeter. Inside the park are baseball and soccer fields, picnic areas, basketball and tennis courts, a bandstand and play areas for children.
14.3 Miles
Dedicated to veterans of the Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial was originally known as the Vietnam Veterans Peace and Brotherhood Chapel. The memorial also features a Visitors Center to act as a place for reunions, healing, reflections, and sharing of experiences.
14.4 Miles
Located two miles outside the city of Taos, the Taos Indian Horse Ranch offers guided trail rides through spectacular countryside, with views of the mountains. Tours include narration and storytelling, and the company offers seasonal sleigh rides.