When the Hidden Treasure Aerial Park, the largest ropes course in New Mexico, was opened in August of 2015, tourists and town folks alike would make a trip to the Red River Ski & Summer Area just to see what all the hubbub was about around town.
One sly reporter referred to it as “A Trap for Godzilla” and “A Net to Trap Mothra and Very Large Hummingbirds!”
The aerial park, which also has three zip lines as well as the ropes course as part of the fun, is an impressive structure, towering into the sky and only a few feet from the tall pine trees in the forest. It offers adventure and thrills for the entire family while also promoting healthy active lifestyles. It’s more than just positive exercise. It is also a place for confidence building and is a great place for team building workshops. Companies, corporations and educational institutions are frequent visitors.
There are three levels of difficulty available. Choose the easiest level course, utilize it and the more difficult course only, or include the most difficult course in your plans.
FYI: A certain spirit of adventure is recommended to make the most of the Hidden Treasures Aerial Park experience.
Located not far from the ropes course is the opportunity to enjoy summer tubing on the “Baby Blue.” Slide down the hill and take the new Little Blue Surface Lift back to the top of the run and do it again or ride the longest summer tubing lanes in the country on “Gold Rush Hill” serviced by the Gold Chairlift.
If you’re looking for a quality high country sightseeing experience, the Platinum Chairlift, located by the Lift House on Pioneer and River Street, offers a leisurely, comfortable ride to the top of the ski mountain which results in a spectacular view of the top of the world!
New Mexico’s highest peaks, Wheeler and Walter, and a long-distance peek at our Colorado neighbors to the north are worth the trip, and the vista includes a great look at the fabled Moreno Valley and the legendary Mount Baldy, rich in lore of the mining days.
Depart the lift and hike about the forest meadows and glades on well-worn trails that have been used by mule deer for untold centuries. There is a disc golf course at the top which hosts the annual Drew Judycki Memorial Disc Golf Tournament every September, and you’re welcome to play a round.
If you work up an appetite, dine on the outdoor deck at The Tip Restaurant which features live music on weekends and special occasions.
Mountain Biking is also a growing part of the mountain adventure. Haul your bike to The Tip and enjoy a gentle journey or dramatic thrash – your call – to the bottom on ski area roads and special trails.
