Taos Activities
Taos is well-known for being one of the best playgrounds in the West for nature lovers, history and arts enthusiasts. There’s something for everyone here from the Kit Carson National Forest to the Millicent Rogers Museum and the world-famous Taos Pueblo.
Let our Northern New Mexico charm lure you for a romantic getaway or a family adventure!
Outdoor Activities | Art & Culture | Shopping | Nightlife
Taos and Northern New Mexico has plenty of outdoor activities year round.
If you are looking for maps, guide books or just would like more information about hiking, mountain biking, fishing and more please consult with local Taos experts at the Taos Visitors Center at 1139 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571 (800) 348-0696 www.taosguide.com
Hot Air Balloons
Pueblo Balloon Company
575-751-9877
www.puebloballoon.com
Eske’s Air Ventures – Paradise Balloons
575-751-6098
www.taosballooning.com
Horseback Riding
AA Taos Ski Valley Wilderness Adventures
575-751-6051 – Big Al
Cieneguilla Stables
575-751-2815
Guided Hikes
Wild Earth Llama Adventures
1-800-758-5262
www.llamaadventures.com
Taos Snowshoe Adventures (Winter)
1-800-758-5262
www.snowshoetaos.com
Wild River Tours
575-586-1189
www.tournewmexico.net
Mountain Biking
Angel Fire Resort
www.angelfireresort.com/summer/activities-biking.php
1-800-633-7433
Known World Guides
www.knownworldguides.com/
1-800-983-7756
Rafting/Kayaking
Cottam’s Rio Grande River Trips
www.cottamsoutdoor.com
(888) 322-8267
Far Flung Adventures
www.farflung.com/
1-800-359-2627
Known World Guides
www.knownworldguides.com/
1-800-983-7756
Fishing
Taos Fly Shop/Streit Fly Fishing
www.taosflyshop/
575-751-1312
The Solitary Angler
www.thesolitaryangler.com/
866-502-1700
Skiing
Northern New Mexico’s unique landscape aid in providing one of the most dramatic and breath taking ski experiences whether you are an experienced extreme skier or just starting out on the bunny slopes.
Taos Ski Valley
www.skitaos.org/
Angel Fire Resort
www.angelfireresort.com/
Red River Ski Area
www.redriverskiarea.com/
Sipapu Ski Resort
www.sipapunm.com/
Ski Santa Fe
www.skisantafe.com/
Cottam’s Ski Shop
www.cottamsskishops.com
Santa Fe: 505-982-0495
Taos: 575-776-8719
Angel Fire: 575-377-3700
Golf
Taos Country Club
http://taoscountryclub.com/
575-758-7300
The Country Club at Angel Fire Resort
www.angelfireresort.com/
575-377-3055
Art and Culture
Taos is one of most eclectic Southwestern hotspots to visit with historic sites, fine art, museums, shops, outdoor beauty and all of the Native American and Spanish culture. The Taos Pueblo is the only living Native American community designated both a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and a National Historic Landmark. Come and experience the mystique of a world older than ours—come see Taos!
Kokopelli recommends purchasing the “combination” ticket for all five of the Taos Museums for $25. It will be honored for one year from purchase date and is transferable in case you don’t get a chance to see all of the museums. It saves money! The one-time admissions per museum vary from $8 to $10 each.
E.L. Blumenschein Home & Museum
www.taosmuseums.org
Harwood Museum of Art
www.harwoodmuseum.org
La Hacienda de Los Martinez (Museum)
www.taosmuseums.org
Millicent Rogers Museum
www.taosmuseums.org
Taos Art Museum at Fechin House
http://www.taosmuseums.org
Kit Carson Home
www.kitcarsonhome.com
Taos Center for the Arts
http://www.tcataos.org
Shopping
Taos has many galleries and small boutique stores around the Plaza area. Kokopelli recommends visiting the shops in the Plaza area as well as the Taos Pueblo for the best art that Taos has to offer.
The Taos Plaza
Corner of Kit Carson Road and Paseo del Pueblo
John Dunn Shops
www.johndunnshops.com
Taos Farmers Market
http://www.farmersmarketsnm.org/
Nightlife
Adobe Bar at Taos Inn
www.taosinn.com/adobe_bar.html
575-758-2233 ext. 191
The Alley Cantina
www.thealleycantina.com
575-758-2121
Shadows Lounge & Grill
www.shadowsloungeandgrill.com
575-751-9600
The Anaconda Bar at El Monte Sagrado
www.elmontesagrado.com/Happenings/happenings.asp
888-213-4419
