Santa Fe Adventure Center

Hop aboard our state-of-the-art Orbea mountain bikes for a private guided tour, tailored to your level of ability and interests, from thrilling downhill rides through aspen and alpine forests to more mellow meandering trails.

This trail system boasts 25 miles (40 kilometres) of single track, ranging from technical switchbacks to easy-flowing rides – all offering beautiful views of the Jemez and Sangre de Cristo mountain ranges. The hilly, cross-country aspect of these trails gives the rider a healthy workout in a picturesque environment. (Three-hour experience).

Embark on an exhilarating, easy-to-moderate downhill ride from the Santa Fe Ski Basin at 10,350 feet (3,155 metres) through a canyon full of pine, aspen groves, mountain streams, meadows and wildflowers. The descent ends in a piñon- and juniper-dotted landscape, just a few pedal strokes from Rancho Encantado. This is one of our most popular family rides. (Three-hour experience).

Experience “The City Different” on two wheels with a private guided e-bike tour. Begin your journey with a scenic overlook of the city before gliding down hillside streets to discover Santa Fe. Ride past storied monuments with stops along the way to learn about the historic plaza and Eastside, and explore popular spots in newly redeveloped neighbourhoods such as The Railyard district. (Three-hour experience).

Enjoy an uphill e-bike tour that climbs a few thousand feet into the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains before soaring back down, leaving the alpine wonderland for the high desert floor. Experience the cool air, pine forests and the rush of mountain streams. Cruise at your own pace, stopping to take in the sights of the northern New Mexico wilderness. (Three-hour experience).

Explore the local roads, whether into the city or through scenic backcountry areas, on a private e-bike tour tailored to your interests and fitness level. This immersive Santa Fe activity offers a closer look at sculpture gardens and galleries, a ride through charming neighbourhoods and a chance to soak in the Southwestern architecture, including the world-famous Santa Fe Opera venue revered for its outdoor theatre. (Three-hour experience).

Pedal into the past as you ascend into the sharp and dramatic peaks of the Jemez Mountains and Valles Caldera, a 13.7-mile (22-kilometre) volcanic crater formed more than 1 million years ago. The crater is defined by jagged peaks, a resurgent dome and other geologic formations from early volcanic activity. Featuring lush mountain meadow and stream views, this e-bike tour is underscored by both adventure and history. (Four- to five-hour experience).

Ride the world-famous Rio Grande rapids. Known as the Racecourse, this 4-mile (6.4-kilometre) series of class II and III rapids is the most popular in New Mexico and is an exhilarating ride.

Whether you’re an experienced angler or a beginner, we’ll send you out with an experienced guide. With water sources from large rivers to high mountain spring creeks and lakes, northern New Mexico is an excellent year-round destination for fly-fishing. 

Northern New Mexico is home to some of the best freshwater fishing in the western United States. Book an experience guide to catch species such as rainbow and brown trout, pike and carp. 

EQUUS is a personal expertise and leadership development organization that works to access wisdom and strengths by creating good conditions for breakthrough, learning and transformation. Available on site at the Resort, EQUUS’s signature process, The EQUUS Experience, is an innovative and award-winning approach that engages horses to support powerful self-discovery.

Ride through the countryside on full- or partial-day trips, suitable for beginner or experienced riders.

Hone your equestrian skills with a lesson at a nearby ranch, taking in the scenery of northern New Mexico.

Enjoy a beautiful, rugged Jeep ride through the alpine Santa Fe back country, offering grand vistas.

Soar high above the Land of Enchantment at sunrise on a private hot-air balloon flight, with the tour tailored to your time commitment and interests.

Venture outside and explore the Santa Fe landscape on a custom off-highway vehicle adventure. A variety of tour operators and options are available.

See the Sangre de Cristo mountains like never before on a zip-line adventure. Harness up before soaring above canyons and through the pines on this high-adrenaline experience.

Soak up the vibrant mix of cultures that abound in the nation’s oldest and highest capital city at 7,000 feet (2,134 metres) above sea level. With an itinerary tailored to your interests, your private guide will show you the historic neighbourhoods, buildings, architecture, churches, folklore, galleries, museums and shops of this great American Southwest crossroads. (Three-hour and half-day experiences available).

The Abiquiu (Valley of Shining Stone) area has inspired artists and adventurers for more than a century, offering a window into New Mexico’s past and present, influenced by Native American and Spanish cultures and traditions. Marvel at red rock mesas, surreal formations at Plaza Blanca, the hidden Copper Canyon and, towering above it all, Georgia O’Keeffe’s beloved Cerro Pedernal. (Half-day and full-day experiences available).

Take a private guided excursion along the back roads of northern New Mexico, once the Spanish Kingdom’s northernmost territory. Visit traditional villages and sacred holy places such as the Santuario de Chimayó, stopping along the way to meet local artists, historians and gallery owners. (Half-day and full-day experiences available).

Join us on a magical tour to Taos where art, nature and history meet. Visit Rancho de Taos, St. Francis de Assisi Church, the home of Kit Carson and Hacienda de Los Martinez, and the World Heritage Site of Taos Pueblo. Walk the Plaza and explore art museums that feature works by Ernest L. Blumenschein, Nicolai Fechin, Millicent Rogers and R.C. Gorman. Then, soak up the natural beauty during a scenic return drive over the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge and along the Rio Grande Valley. (Full-day experience).

A variety of explorations abound at this property made famous by artist Georgia O’Keeffe and her expressive depictions of the classic Colorado Plateau red rock geology, including hiking, museums, archaeology, paleontology and horseback riding. (Half- and full-day experiences available).

Follow the migration of winemaking through northern New Mexico with your knowledgeable guide, tasting fine local wines along the way. Each winery and tasting room has its unique flavour and charm. The tour is tailored specifically for you, stopping at quaint and friendly tasting rooms and historic cultural attractions. (Three-hour, four-hour or half-day experiences available).

This curated experience begins with a private guided exploration of the highlights of the City Different, followed by a visit to the luxury boot boutique Back at the Ranch for an exclusive shopping experience and meeting with founder and famed boot designer Wendy Henry. Then, head to the local tasting room of Gruet Winery, one of the country’s top sparkling wine producers, specializing in Méthode Champenoise sparkling wines. Enjoy a tasting flight of four different premium wines and select vintages. To complete the experience, receive a half-bottle gift of Gruet Doux NV to take home.

Discover the vibrant history of New Mexico’s largest prehistoric pueblo during this half-day tour, including entering Native American kivas and exploring old trade routes, as well as learning about the Battle at Glorieta Pass, also known as the Gettysburg of the West. Visit one of the nation’s largest national cemeteries, where Union and Confederate soldiers rest side by side.

Nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, our Resort is a short distance from Ski Santa Fe’s slopes and pristine powder.

Explore snow-covered forest trails in the Sangre de Cristo Mountain foothills or venture up high into the Santa Fe Ski Basin.

Enjoy on-site ski and boot fitting upon check-in, as well as seamless equipment delivery and roundtrip transportation to Ski Santa Fe.

Play a round of golf amid dramatic sandstone ridges at Black Mesa Golf Club in Mesilla or at the top-rated Paako Ridge, home to high desert views, native vegetation and arroyos.

Santa Fe’s clear skies and serene evenings make it an ideal stargazing destination. Capture up-close images of the moon, planets, star clusters and galaxies through a high-tech telescope.

Enjoy elevated sunset views from the Terra Bar patio, framing scenic vistas of the surrounding mountains with hues of red, pink, purple and orange.