Old Red River Pass

Red River Inn

Monte Vista Lodge

Pioneer Lodge

Monte Vista Lodge

RED RIVER, New Mexico is a fascinating little village away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The people took the sign, “Slow Down and Live” to heart, and the ease and enjoyment of living is contagious here. Red River is a place many dream of, and their joy is boundless when they discover this beautiful valley. It is the ideal place for family vacations. There is something interesting for every family member.

The Monte Vista Lodge was built in 1932, and was the gathering spot for many vacationers. During the winter of 1959, in preparation of Red River’s first ski season, the owners added heaters to all the rooms. The old electrical wiring was not capable of handling the added electricity and the beautiful lodge tragically burned to the ground on New Year’s Eve 1959.

The Red River Inn is still standing in Red River. Can you identify it? It was known as “The Home of Hot Biscuits”. You could buy a cup of coffee, and egg and a hot biscuit for 35 cents. The building is located directly behind Red River Mining Liquor Store at the corner of Main and Mallette and is owned by Fifth Generation Brandenburgs.

The Pioneer Lodge is of course, still a mainstay on Main Street, with ice cream and coffee specialties pleasing crowds daily.

The Old Red Rive Pass evokes many memories for those that traversed the trail in order to get to Red River. There are many images of the “Old Pass” and it remains a fun activity for travelers today.