Summer Activities

Hiking, Mountain Biking & Climbing

Summer Vacation Fun

Beat the heat at 9,300 feet with a summer vacation in Taos Ski Valley – it’s a breath of fresh air…literally. With its diverse range of great outdoor fun, a visit here can provide you a new lease on life. The valley and village are alive with music performances, educational programs and outdoor activities including hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing and fishing. Have lunch on the deck of The Bavarian, ride the scenic lift up the mountain, relax at our beautiful Resort Plaza, or head off for white water adventure!

Hiking

Mountains, Lakes & Valleys

A man and woman hike in summer in front of a rocky mountain face in Taos Ski Valley

Mountain Biking

Downhill Trails, High-Speed Lift Served

A woman rides a mountain bike down a trail through a grove of aspens in summer

Climbing

See the Mountains From a New Perspective

Boy rock climbing in Taos Ski Valley in the summer sun

Rafting

Hit the White Water or Take a Float

Whitewater rafting the Rio Grande with New Mexico River Adventures

Horseback Riding

Traverse the mountains on horseback

A group of horse riders walk down a forested path next to a mountain stream.

Other Summer Activities

Scenic Lift, Train Tours, Disc Golf & more!

Summer and winter gear rental - A group of hikers take a break in front of a scree field

Get the Scoop from The Highline Blog

Need a little inspiration to your trip planning ideas rolling? Check out these stories on our Highline Blog to give you the local’s insight into summer plans in Taos.

Fly Fishing in Taos Ski Valley: The Best Rivers, Lakes & Guided Trips Near Taos

Fly Fishing in Taos Ski Valley: The Best Rivers, Lakes & Guided Trips Near Taos

The Ultimate Guide to Fly Fishing in Taos Ski Valley & Northern New Mexico

When most visitors picture Taos, they imagine ski slopes, adobe architecture, and high desert vistas — not necessarily world-class trout fishing. But for those in the know, the rivers running through this corner of…

Ride the Mountain: Mountain Biking in Taos Ski Valley and the Surrounding Carson National Forest

Ride the Mountain: Mountain Biking in Taos Ski Valley and the Surrounding Carson National Forest

Taos Ski Valley: Lift-Served Riding for Every Level

When most people think of Taos Ski Valley, they picture deep powder and steep chutes. But from early summer through mid-fall, those same mountains transform into one of New Mexico’s premier mountain biking destinations, a place where lift-served downhill trails…

5 Reasons Summer in Taos Ski Valley Beats the Beach

5 Reasons Summer in Taos Ski Valley Beats the Beach

Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico  ·  Summer Travel Guide

Every summer, millions of Americans pack their cars and point toward the coast with sunscreen, sandy towels, and the same crowded stretch of beach they visited last year. We get it. The ocean is beautiful. But what if the…