Native Sons Adventures Snowmobile, Mountain Bike and Raft Trips
February 5, 2012

Mountain Bike Tours

Taos Rift Valley Tour

Ride the new loop overlooking the majestic valley south of Taos. This trail just cut by the BLM last season provides intermediate to advanced single track riding along the rim of the Rio Grande and Rio Pueblo. A meandering 9 mile trail over the volcanic mesa amongst pinon, sage and cedar. This trail provides exciting downhills and small spaced uphill climbs to many viewpoints. This tour requires riding experience and familiarity with a range of gear selections. Tours are led with CPR and wilderness first aid certified guides carrying trail repair and lots of local knowledge. Come ride with us on one of our newly built suspension bikes. Tours depart daily with a reservation at 8 am from our shop in Taos.

Duration
2-3 hours, 9 miles w/ 12 mile option

Restrictions
Intermediate riding ability, recommended ages over 12 yrs

Pricing
$59 pp includes Guide, Bike, H20, transportation and snacks at the end

 

West Rim Box Overlook Bike Tour

This scenic mountain Bike Tour parallels the famous “Taos Box” River section of the Rio Grande Gorge. The West Rim trail is an intermediate ride with many places to view the rapids. This area is rich in wildlife especially birds of prey such as Bald and Golden Eagles, Peregrine Falcons and Red Tailed Hawks. This ride is approximately 12 miles and ends with a decent into the gorge and refreshments by the river. Tour includes a Diamondback or Giant suspension mountain bike, helmet, guide, water bottle, transportation to gorge and back to Taos, and Snack. Departing daily from Native Sons Adventures Office at 8:00

Duration
3 hours

Restrictions
Minimum rider height requirement of 4’10"
Recommended minimum age 12

Season April 1st - November 30th

Pricing
$59 pp + tax

 

Mountain Bike & Raft Tour

This combination pedal to paddle tour combines the West Rim Box Overlook Bike Tour and the half day Racecourse rafting trip. This tour is the perfect way Experience the best of the Rio Grande Gorge. The tour begins with 12 miles of intermediate mountain biking and spectacular views of the mountains and gorge. After a picturesque decent to the Rio Grande River for lunch, you’ll grab your paddle and tackle the 6 miles of whitewater adventure waiting downstream.

Duration
6-8 hours

Restrictions
Riders should be at least 5 ft tall, and 12 yrs of age

Season April 22nd-October 31st

Pricing
$114 pp + tax

BIKING includes: Transportation, Guide, Suspension Mountain Bike, Helmet, Bottled Water, Lunch.
RAFTING includes: Transportation, Guide, Boat, Rafting Gear, and fun

 

South Boundary Trail Shuttle Service

Daily shuttle services from the Native Sons office in town to the South Boundary Trail #164, about a 45 minute drive through the Village of Angel Fire and up Forest Road #76.

Running daily through November 31st. Morning meet time per customer request

Shuttle can take up to 7 riders.

Diamond Back Suspension Bikes also available for rental @ $25 per day, helmets @ $5 per day

Pricing
$25 per person

 

Custom Tours

Call (800) 753-7559 or email nsac@newmex.com to inquire about custom half-day tours.

Specializing in guided raft trips and mountain bike tours of Northern New Mexico.
Rio Grande Gorge Video

Carson National Forest Bureau of Land Management
As featured in
National Geographic Adventures
Current Conditions
River Levels

Rio Grande below Taos Jct Bridge: 452 cfs
Updated 02.05.12 - 6:00 am

Taos Weather

Reported at Taos Municipal Airport at 6:52 AM

Currently: Overcast, 17 F (-8 C)
Wind: Calm
Barometer: 30.33 in. Hg (1027 hPa)
Relative Humidity: 78%


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