Mardi Gras Celebrations throughout the Enchanted Circle

Want six days full of fun, fireworks, parades, costume contests and more? Well head on down to the Enchanted Circle in festive Northeastern New Mexico. It's six days of enjoyment for the whole family!

Angel Fire Events:

Starting on Friday February 13th you can enjoy live music at the Village Haus in the Angel Fire Resort from 3-6 then from 6-9 at Legends Grill!

Saturday February 14th the kiddos can enjoy free mask making at the Village Haus from 4-5. (all materials included)! Followed by live music (Time and location same as on Friday).

Sunday February 15th is the Mardi Gras Parade starting at the Chile at the Angel Fire Resort, followed by live music (same as on the other days).

On Monday February 16th there will be live music at the Village Haus from 3-6 followed by the Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball with the theme (A Night On The Orient express)!

Ending the festivities on Fat Tuesday with live music from 3-6 at the Village Haus and ending with the Mardi Gras Grande Ball in the Garden Court with Chef Mathis showing his style in Elements!

Red River Events:

Starting Thursday February 12th the Krewe Krawl & Burning of the Tchopitouias (which is like the Zazobra in Santa Fe NM).

Friday February 13th is the famous drink making contest, where you can get your creative juices flowing!

Saturday February 14th is the Mardi Gras Parade, Ball, & Costume Contest!

Sunday February 15th the kids will get to have fun at the Children's Ball! Don't forget your costume!

Ending on Fat Tuesday with the Cajun Cook-off! Enter and show off your cooking skills...

Taos Event:

On Friday February 20th at Taos Mesa Brewery is the Mardi Gras Carnival, Dress your best and enjoy the live entertainment!

While enjoying the Mardi Gras, stop by New Mexico Mountain Properties and make us your number one choice for all your Angel Fire and Taos Real Estate Needs. With offices in Angel Fire and Taos, we have everything you could ever want, like vast land for sale in Angel Fire, or perhaps a winter condo for sale in Angel Fire or a Taos Ski Valley condo. We also have a great selection of homes for sale in Taos and Angel Fire. We are here to serve and welcome you.

December in Taos and Angel Fire New Mexico

Come join us for the Holidays special events throughout the Enchanted Circle.I believe you will enjoy all the Holiday magic and amazement that the Enchanted Circle offers!

-Taos Events-

On Friday December 5th you can enjoy the 28th annual Yuletide Caroling and Tree Lighting Ceremony from 4:00pm-6:00pm at the Taos Plaza. There will be many booths and guest speakers there to light up your evening.

On Sat. December 6th the "Lighting Of Ledoux" has become a holiday favorite in Taos. This block party is held on Ledoux street beging at 3:00pm. The streets will be closed to make way for the farolitos, which is a spanish word for paper lanterns. The tridition originated with lighting the way to the church for Christmas Eve mass. Over the years Farolitos have taken on a broader importance as an offering of light in the darkest days of the year. Festivities begin at 5:15pm on the Taos Plaza when Father Christmas arrives. Maria the firetruck will be carrying Father Christmas to Ledoux street. This is a family event appropiate for all ages.

Sat. December 6th and 7th is the Holiday Arts and Crafts fair form 10:00am-4:30pm at the Talpa Community Center HWY 518 Ranchos de Taos.

Also on Sat. December 6th will be the Holiday Bazar from 9:00am-3:00pm at the St. James Episcopal Church on Gusdorf and Santiago. A great way to shop for all your holiday gifts.

-Angel Fire Events-

On Fri. December 5th from 5:30-7:30 at the Angel Fire Visitor Center will be the tree lighting ceremony where you can enjoy cookies, hot coco, caroling, dance performers, kids crafts, and of course Santa Clause followed by the lighting of the tree.

Fri. December 12th is opening day at the Angel Fire Ski Resort. So get your skis and borads ready to shread the mountain.

Wed. December 24th the evening will be lit up at the Angel Fire Resort as skiers entice you with the tourchlight parade followed by fireworks starting at 6:oopm. This will also be done on Wed. December 31st for New Years Eve also at 6:00pm.

While enjoing the festivities call New Mexico Mountain Properties at 575-758-5852 in Taos 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire or 575-770-3306 for Paula for all your Taos and Angel Fire Real Estate needs. We have stunning Angel Fire homes for sale as well as sceanic Land for sale in Taos and Angel Fire. If it's condos for sale in Angel Fire or Taos your looking for, well.... look no futher than New Mexico Mountain Properties, we are here to serve and welcome you to the alluring Enchanted Circle.

Thanksgiving in the Enchanted Circle

The Enchanted Circle is the place to be this Thanksgiving to enjoy all of the Holiday events and fun.

Angel Fire will be having a Thanksgiving Feast at Elements resturant in the Lodge at Angel Fire Resort from 11-2pm on Thanksgiving day $34 per person $17 for children. You can also ask about hotel package deals for only $99 per couple, which includes room and dinner.

On November 29th you can attend is the Calling All Flakes Festival from 6-8pm at the Lodge at Angel Fire Resort, 10 Miller Lane. There will be live music and free hot coco, so come down and help call in the snow.

Opening day at the Angel Fire Ski Resort is on December 12th so tune up your skis and boards and get ready for fun.

Red River Ski Resort will open November 26th. On Thanksgiving day, attend the annual Frozen Turkey Race. That's right, you will get to ride down the hill on a frozen turkey!

Then at 7pm will be the "Switch On The Holidays" with carolers, hot coco and the lighting of the tree.

If you want more excitement, you can see the 3rd annual Thanksjibbing Rail Jam on November 29th at the Pot-O-Gold Terrain Park near the main chalet.

Taos Ski Resort will open on Thanksgiving Day! After a day of sking, you can enjoy the 9th annual Free Thanksgiving dinner from 12-5pm at Caffe Tazza at 122 Kit Carson RD.

Then starting on November 28th thru November 30th is the 32nd annual Yuletide Arts and Crafts Fair at the Bataan And Rio Grande Halls 121 Civic Plaza DR. This event is free for all.

With all of these wonderful things to do you will never be bored or lacking entertainment. So make the Enchanted Circle your Thanksgiving destination this year and see why New Mexico is called the Land Of Enchantment.

While your here, call 575-377-2626 in Angel Fire, 575-758-5852 In Taos, or 575-770-3306 for Paula or stop by New Mexico Mountain Properties for all your Taos and Angel Fire Real Estate needs. With locations in both Taos and Angel Fire NM, we can always find just what your looking for. Like our fabolous homes for sale in Angel Fire or our Taos and Angel Fire ski condos for sale. Right down to the glisting snow covered land for sale in Taos or Angel Fire, we have it all, so let us serve and welcome you to our glorious winter wonderland.

Winter In The Enchanted Circle!

The majestic Enchanted Circle in New Mexico, is the place to be when it comes to winter and winter activities.

The Enchanted Circle Byway is about a 2 to 2 1/2 hour drive, but well worth it for the views. It takes you through Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Elizabethtown, Red River, Questa, San Cristobal/Lama, the D.H. Lawrence Ranch, Taos, Taos Canyon, and back to Angel Fire. With all these places to stop you will never be bored or lacking adventure.

First stop, The enticing Angel Fire Resort, where you can have a day basking in the wintery weather and skiing or boarding the vast mountain. Not a skier, no problem, Angel Fire offers other activities for you to enjoy. You can Snowshoe on the golf course, go tubing by the lake, enjoy a horse drawn carriage ride or just enjoy the scenery in this winter wonderland.

Next, you will head towards Eagle Nest, where you can see the pristine Eagle Nest Lake, where you can enjoy ice fishing, or just enjoy walking across it and listing to all the sounds it makes. Walk by the Dam and see the old railroad tunnel. Take in the view of majestic snowcapped Wheeler Peak which is the highest mountain in New Mexico.

Just out of Eagle Nest, is the old mining town called Elizabethtown, where you can see some of the old alluring buildings that still stand today. Passing by Elizabethtown, you travel over Bobcat Pass, which is quite magical seeing the snow sparkle and cover the mountains. There are also many different hiking spots throughout the pass. At the end you reach the cowboy western town of Red River, where you can enjoy another wonderful ski resort, and many other winter activities. There is also an access to Wheeler Peak from here.

Traveling past Red River, you go through Questa, San Cristobal/Lama, And the D.H. Lawrence Ranch, where you can enjoy the white covered land and the rich culture of this historic area.

Taos, is your next stop where you have a world class ski mountain, that even has a new lift to ride! Taos is also known for it's diverse culture, many art galleries and shops, and fabulous restaurants. Visit The Taos Pueblo, the longest continually inhabited Native American Community where Pueblo Indians have lived for over 1,000 years. Here you can rest assured you will always find something to do. The streets are filled with color and mesmerizing wonder.

Lastly you go through the scenic Taos Canyon, with plenty of places to stop as well as hike. You will see the snow covered mountains while you make your way back to Angel Fire. This is why you should make the Enchanted Circle your destination spot this winter.

While enjoying the Enchanted Circle, stop by New Mexico Mountain Properties and make us your number one choice for all your Angel Fire and Taos Real Estate Needs. With offices in Angel Fire and Taos, we have everything you could ever want, like vast land for sale in Angel Fire, or perhaps a winter condo for sale in Angel Fire or a Taos Ski Valley condo. We also have a vast selection of homes for sale in Taos or Angel Fire. We are here to serve and welcome you to our winter wonderland.

Fall Hiking Through The Enchanted Circle

Now is the best time to see why New Mexico is really called the Land of Enchantment, Fall is a spectacular time to go hiking up here in the mountains where you can see the aspen changing colors and get some good old mountain air which is crisp and cool this time of year.

The first stop would be Angel Fire, New Mexico. There are many trails open year round here that allow you to hike, bike, cross country ski, and snowshoe, trails are maintained by the trekkers and free of hazards. The trailheads are marked with mileage every 1/4 mile. The trailheads are named Bobcat, Solar Loop, Sendero del Sol, Deer Elk Bear, Coyote, Oeste Vista, Lake and Lady Slipper. This time of year is a great time to see all the animals preparing for winter and the streams are in full movement. Angel Fire also has access to the Elliot Barker Trails which is a 23 mile round trip that starts in Angel Fire and goes to Taos. The trailhead pullout is off U.S. 64, 1.5 miles west of its intersection with Angel Fire Highway (N.M. 434)

Taos New Mexico would be the next stop around the Enchanted Circle, You can stop in the canyon between Angel Fire and Taos along the way and enjoy the colorful mountainsides with loads of great hiking trails. You also have places to stop and camp and enjoy the river while you are there. Once in Taos, you will have everything from moderate to extreme trails to choose from. You have the Divisadero Loop which makes a great way to start the morning before getting too warm, Then you have the Williams Lake trail by the Taos Ski Valley which also gives you access to go all the way up to Wheeler Peak, the highest peak in N.M.. It's a little more difficult trail once you get past Williams Lake but well worth the hike. The view is breathtaking. Flechado Canyon Trail starts out at 8,000 feet with a steep climb up crossing streams, rock towers.

Last stop on your journey will put you in Questa and Red River, New Mexico. In Questa you will find a rare river access down into the gorge; in the area of the Rio Grande del Norte National Monument.

Once in Red River you are surrounded by 138 miles of marked hiking trails marked all the way from easy to extreme and short to day trips, like the Wheeler Peak hike. You can access Wheeler Peak from all over the Enchanted Circle.

I guarantee you will not be bored hiking in this glorious area, so come enjoy fall with stunning scenic views and color changing everywhere.

While here you can call New Mexico Mountain Properties for all your Taos Real Estate needs at 575-758-5852 or 575-770-3306. We have the best land for sale in Taos, where you can see the beauty all year round. If it's homes for sale in Taos we can help you find the perfect one just for you. We also offer Homes for sale in Angel Fire, as well as Angel Fire Land. We are here to serve and welcome you to our circle so come stay awhile.

HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY YOUR FRIENDS AT NEW MEXICO MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES.

There are many reasons to come to Taos and the surrounding towns of northern NM for the holidays.

This season you can savor the many flavors of the Land of Enchantment. Taos and the surrounding communities of Angel Fire, Eagle Nest, Red River, Chama, and Sipapu offer an eclectic mix of history, culture, the creative arts, recreational activities galore and many forms of healing arts, both traditional and naturopathic.

The Taos Pueblo is a must on any visit to Taos. It offers a unique look into the intriguing culture and lifestyle of the Taos-Tiwa Indians. It is considered the oldest continuously inhabited community in the Untied States. The Taos Pueblo is committed to maintaining the traditional values and detailed oral history of the Tiwas. Visitors will see exquisite examples of adobe architecture in the traditional multi-storied structures which have been continuously inhabited for over 1000 years – to this day without electricity or running water. There is no better time to visit the Taos Pueblo than Christmas. Christmas Eve Vespers and Bonfires offer a magical experience. Natives, locals and tourists all gather for the procession of Mary through the pueblo. Large bonfires are built of aromatic cedar offering a warm glow on a cold winter's night. Christmas Day and New Year's Day visitors may observe ceremonial dances. Traditional and contemporary arts can be purchased at the many shops located within Taos Pueblo

The Lighting of Ledoux Street is a favorite for locals and tourists alike. This year the annual Lighting of Ledoux is scheduled for December 12 beginning at sunset. Join the shops, art galleries and museums located along one of Taos' most historic and picturesque streets as they open this doors to share music, food and holiday cheer while you experience the centuries-old traditions of luminaries lining the street and bonfires burning in the courtyard.

Sipapu Ski Resort offers a Christmas party full of fun for the entire family with cookie decorating and tree trimming.

On Christmas Day from 6-9PM just outside of Red River you can enjoy a winter fantasy of cross country skiing by the light of hundreds of luminaries at the Christmas Enchanted Forest Cross-Country Ski Tour. Posole, a traditional New Mexican holiday dish can be savored at numerous bonfires along the way. Torchlight parades are scheduled for Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve at 7PM

Of course there is skiing at the Taos Ski Valley, one of the nation's top ski and now snowboard areas. Christmas Eve Torchlight Parade starts at 6PM. Taos Ski Valley rings in the 2010 with the New Year's Eve Torchlight Parade and Fireworks at 6PM

Angel Fire Ski Resort offers Night Skiing where you can ski or ride 50 acres of groomed trails, Terrain Park, and NASTAR race course nightly from 4-9PM. Angel Fire also has Christmas Eve and New Year' Eve Torchlight Parade starting at dusk.

Another family favorite is the Cinder Bear Christmas Express on the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, a unique narrow-gauge train which travels throughout the mountains of New Mexico and Colorado. The trip includes a visit by Santa and Cinder Bear along with storytelling, caroling and lots of Christmas cheer.

Experience more of the cultural diversity and rich history of Taos and the wide variety of creative arts in the town's many museum, galleries and artists studios.

No visit to Taos can be complete without a visit to the San Francisco De Asis Church, one of the most painted and photographed churches in the southwest.

This is just a sampling of the magic that is Taos. So now you see why I say ...come to Taos for the Holidays and stay a lifetime? Allow me and my experienced agents at New Mexico Mountain Properties to show you how you can acquire Taos Real Estate and make Taos your home, too.

You can go back to the website and search all Taos Real Estate Listings, an up-to-the-minute source for information on Taos real estate featuring a complete database of all Taos real estate listings, updated daily! By indicating your specific search criteria, you will be able to narrow down the requirements which matter most to you in Taos Real Estate by entering the keyword in the search box of the FAST SEARCH, i.e. Lakefront, ranches, horse property, etc.

Allow us, at New Mexico Mountain Properties to make your dream of owning Taos Real Estate a reality. Give us a call today. See you at the Pueblo on Christmas Eve!

Happy Holidays to you and yours!

Happy Thanksgiving to all!

Taos Ski Valley opens its ski season Thanksgiving Day! For all you ski and snowboard enthusiasts this is a great day. Taos Ski Valley has been making snow for weeks thanks to Mother Nature's early snowfall. Remember, Taos Ski Valley now allows snowboarding so families will no longer have to divide their time between Taos and Angel Fire especially since Angel Fire Ski Mountain doesn't open until December 12.TSV will open with lift one running to White Feather and Powderhorn. There is presently a 20" base of natural snow and the mountain has been making "massive amounts "of manmade snow.

In the meantime, Sipapu Ski Resort has claimed is seventh consecutive year as the first ski area open in New Mexico. The ski mountain opened last weekend nearly top to bottom. Sipapu offers new features to their terrain parks as well as improvements to glades and runs.

Red River Ski Area has opened November 25 with their new triple chair to midway. The new lift will provide faster times to the summit and will also reduce lift lines providing a better over all experience.

So skiers....there is no better time to enjoy the ski mountains of northern New Mexico. While you are enjoying the natural pleasures of our gorgeous mountains, why not contemplate an investment in Taos Real Estate so that you can enjoy these pleasures year after year? Whether you are looking for a ski in/ski out condo in the Taos Ski Valley or in Angel Fire, New Mexico Mountain Properties can assist you.

Perhaps a Taos home may be of interest to you or Taos property to build you dream home. The weather may be turning colder, but Taos Real Estate is Hot! There are fabulous deals on Taos homes for sale or land in Taos. Taos real estate is always a great investment.

Allow our knowledgeable agents at New Mexico Mountain Properties assist you with all your Taos real estate needs. We are here to serve you. Give us a call today...well after you have enjoyed your scrumptious Thanksgiving dinner!

Planning a vacation with the dual purpose of looking at real estate in Angel Fire or for a home in Taos, New Mexico? While you are travelling or looking for mountain property, great food with relaxing dining ambience is a must.

Taos offers a variety of dining experiences. For one of the best upscale gourmet dining experiences in Taos, visit Joseph's Table in the Hotel La Fonda on the Plaza. If you want the great food, but don't want to pay a large tab sit at the bar and order from the grill menu. Enjoy a sunset over the Rio Grande Gorge while gourmet dining in a hacienda-like setting at The Stakeout located a few miles south of Taos (you can't miss the lit-up sign). Outback Pizza in El Prado is a popular local hang-out with the best pizza in town. Dine inside or out under the trees, enjoying one of their unique pizza creations or choosing your own toppings. Doc Martin's at the Taos Inn, within walking distance of the Plaza, has great gourmet or Mexican food, spirits to lift your spirits, and live music several nights of the week. Also just off the Plaza on Bent Street are the Bent Street Deli and the Apple Tree, both popular establishments. You're in New Mexico and you want to eat Mexican food? Of course you do! Orlando's and the Guadalajara Grill are two restaurants where you can't go wrong.

If you are looking for more of a mountaintop experience, cool off in Angel Fire which sits above 8400 feet in elevation (bring a sweater). Angel Fire offers a variety of dining choices. Angel Fired Pizza has excellent views of the Angel Fire Ski Mountain while providing tasty pizza creations or choices of your own toppings with a nice glass of wine or refreshing beer. Craving veggies? Yu Garden uses fresh ingredients in their extensive menu of Chinese food with no added MSG. For one of the best dining experiences in the Enchanted Circle visit the Roasted Clove. The gourmet meals ranging from seafood, to elk medallions or wild boar chile rellenos with all fresh ingredients, exotic desserts and an extensive wine list will make this the dining experience you will remember. Dos Amigos has great Mexican food with a very extensive menu. For breakfast, lunch or dinner, Avalon's has it all from bakery items, to a full breakfast, fresh tasty sandwiches and roll-ups, or a full dinner menu.

You don't have to rough it for dining while you're vacationing, and you don't have to rough it for service while you are looking for a mountain home in Angel Fire or a condo in Taos. If you are planning to build your own vacation home in Taos we can locate the perfect piece of land in Taos or the surrounding area. Our Taos property or Angel Fire land specialists can also assist you in finding property in Angel Fire as well as putting you in touch with builders for log homes, mountain chalet-style cedar homes or a variety of custom or modular building options.

Come visit us for the Best in Taos Real Estate or Real Estate in Angel Fire. We have offices in both Taos and Angel Fire for your convenience. Allow us to assist you in making your dream of vacation, retirement or investment property come true.