New Mexicans and travelers get overjoyed in the fall as the Aspen trees’ foliage turns green to gold. The turning of green to gold marks the beginning of fall and cooler weather in Red River, New Mexico. Now is the time to drive to the mountains and experience one of the most beautiful times of the year and enjoy the amazing fall weather.
Timing of Foliage in Red River
The timing of fall foliage is different every year. Foliage peak usually comes in late September into early October. You can guarantee that by September’s end, you will find some gold, red, and orange Aspens. Higher altitude means that the colors begin to change earlier than the areas in lower elevation.
Best Way to See the Foliage in Red River
Whether you’ve never been horseback riding or you love to ride horses, the fall is the perfect time to ride. Make reservations with Red River Stables for any of their horseback riding tours. You will not regret the time you have on these horse tours, especially if you’re looking at the gorgeous colors of the Aspens while riding.
ROV riding is another way to explore the mountains and see the foliage of the Aspens. Bring your own or borrow one from a friend. We have properties available with trailer parking so that you can haul your ROVs to the mountains for a day of joyriding through the trails. You don’t have your own ROV? You’re in luck because Big Horn Sports located on Main Street has toys you can rent for a day.
Jeep tours with Red River Offroad start mid-September and go through November. Take some time out of your day and enjoy family time while you drive through the Sangre De Cristo Mountains and see some of northern New Mexico’s spectacular foliage. The best part about a Jeep tour is that you can spend the whole time taking pictures and videos because you’re just there for the ride. They do the driving for you!!
If you have the time, drive the 80-mile loop through the Enchanted Circle, which follows Highway 38, and check out all the dancing colored leaves as the sunlight hits them just right.
Camping During The Fall in Red River
Red River offers some of the best camping in New Mexico. Camp at one of the campsites in town, or pack your bags and hike up to Middlefork Lake or Wheeler Peak and pitch a tent. These two camping destinations offer the best views and are high enough in elevation that you’ll see red, orange, and yellow as far as the eye can see.
Time to Update Family Pictures
The weather is perfect, the color of the leaves is changing, and it’s time to finally update those family pictures hanging in your living room. Southern Exposure, located on Main Street in Red River, is one of the best photographers in the state. Call before your arrival at the Enchanted Circle and coordinate family outfits. Choose to take pictures in the Upper Valley or somewhere closer to town.
There’s a reason September in Red River is the month everyone talks about. People can’t wait to see the Aspens change colors and experience cooler temperatures.
