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Authentic adobe homes, stream side cabins, ski slope chalets, mountain homes, desert villas, ski resort condos, and apartment rentals. Albuquerque, Angel Fire, Santa Fe, Taos, Red River, Ruidoso and all other New Mexico vacation destinations. From the Chihuahuan desert, to the Rocky Mountains, to the famous dry lakebeds, to the spectacular canyons, this state contains six of the seven recognized life zones on the planet! The Rio Grande runs through it and many hot springs bubble up from it. A New Mexico vacation rental is the perfect way to experience the spicy mix that is New Mexico - from native cultures to the blend of Hispanic and European traditions. The state's art, soul & stories reside in its celebrated museums, legendary historic sites and majestic monuments to the past. A New Mexico vacation home in the Taos area offers access to top skiing & snowboarding. Santa Fe is renowned for its art galleries & is home to North America's oldest church. Albuquerque, the state's largest city, is the entryway for most visitors. Ruidoso is home to world-famous skiing and horseracing and is near White Sands National Monument. Gila National Forest is a great place to explore near Silver City in the southwest. |
Orilla Verde Recreation Area is nestled along the banks of the Rio Grande, within the steep-walled Rio Grande Gorge. The local terrain is comprised of rugged, wide open mesas and chiseled steep canyons. The elevation along the river is 6,100 feet and rises 800 feet at the gorge rim. The Taos Valley Overlook offers stunning and breathtaking views of the Rio Grande Gorge and Sangre de Cristo Mountains from the mesa top above the river.
The Wild Rivers Recreation Area has been set aside to allow visitors to experience the beauty of two national Wild and Scenic Rivers protected by Congress. Here the Rio Grande and Red River are preserved in their natural, free-flowing state for present and future generations to enjoy and appreciate.